Guttering in St Albans

Find Guttering Prices in St Albans

Home > Guttering, Soffits & Fascias Projects > Gutter replacement > St Albans

Guttering in St Albans

Guttering is a crucial aspect of the roofing of your house. It offers aesthetic advantages as well as ensuring that rainwater that runs off your roof is appropriately channeled away from the edge of the building and down into drains. The key to deciding on the best guttering for your home is understanding the requirements of your existing roof. For example, steeper or larger sized roofs will demand guttering able to channel a larger flow of water. It might be appealing to simply replace like for like, but an expert guttering company will be able to survey your home to understand your needs, and suggest for you the best guttering for your roof. Guttering is available in a range of types and materials. For materials, PVC is typically the most popular. PVC guttering is very inexpensive while still being resilient. It's available in an array of colours and styles. However, guttering is also manufactured from metal, generally either steel, aluminium or cast iron. While these materials are usually higher priced than PVC, they also last longer and are well suited to period properties as they have a more traditional appearance. Different moulds of guttering will also affect the flow of the water. Half round and square guttering are standard and suit many properties, while deep flow or ogee guttering are suited to use on buildings that require increased water flow. Ogee guttering also has a unique mould which has an eye-catching appearance. Guttering is also available in a range of colors, from traditional black or white to brown and grey. In addition, some PVC guttering is available in a cast iron effect.

Average Gutter replacement cost in St Albans

The typical cost of Gutter replacement is £1000. Costs can change based on the materials and the contractor picked. The upper price range can be as high as £1150. The material costs are commonly about £250

Average price per Gutter replacement job in 2024

Avg. price low

Avg. price low
£384

Avg. price

Avg. price
£1,334

Avg. price high

Avg. price high
£2,250

£2400

£1800

£1200

£600

£0

Prices based on actual Gutter replacement costs for St Albans, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Gutter replacement installation cost in St Albans 2024

Labour cost £700
Material cost £250
Waste removal £50
Time frame: 1-3 days

Gutter replacement searches in November 2024

Gutter replacement Projects in St Albans in October 2024

5,921

Requests for quotations in St Albans in October 2024

0

Requests for Gutter replacement quotations in St Albans in October 2024. 0% change from September 2024.

0

Requests for Gutter replacement quotations in Hertfordshire in October 2024. 0% change from September 2024.

Source: Numbers calculated based on the search volumes in major search engines

Gutter replacement searches in cities and towns near St Albans October 2024

St Albans

Located just twenty-two miles from London in the county of Hertfordshire, the city of St Albans is notorious for high housing rates, which are among the most pricey in Britain. St Albans keeps its historic origins, such as a 15th century clock tower. To keep this high home value it's vital that you complete home upgrades as required, and thousands of property owners have been seeking to make use of the top tradespeople within St Albans for work that's needed.

Latest Gutter replacement completed projects

  • Completed Gutter replacementproject picture by Intrend Builders Ltd
  • Completed Gutter replacementproject picture by ProGuard Roofing & Building Ltd
  • Looking for Gutter replacement in St Albans?

    Get free quotes from local gutter installers

    Get free quotes

    Gutter replacement pros in St Albans

    Colt Property Improvement Ltd

    74 review(s)
    Based: in Dunstable, LU6 2PP

    We are a family orientated company established in 1994. Utilising only the best quality materials and a highly skilled workforce we believe we offer the highest quality service in the following areas: NEW ROOFS, FLAT ROOFS AND ROOF REPAIRS PVC-ue ...

    Latest review

    Simon H., LU3
    5

    Roofline | Guttering in Luton

    Great service - will use again

    A.O.L Roofing Specialist

    2 review(s)
    Based: in Tadworth, KT20 7HD

    Welcome to All Over London Roofing Your trusted London and Surrey based roofing company – we promise an exemplary service, in-house expertise and a job well-done! What we do, and why we do it… We’re a family run roofing business located in...

    Latest review

    Simon H., RH5
    5

    Roofline | Guttering in Dorking

    Gutter/down pipe replacement and gutter realignment for a residential property in Newdigate, Dorking: We experienced a h...

    Ark Roofers Ltd

    27 review(s)
    Based: in Cambridge, CB23 8SQ

    Ark roofers ltd is a family run business with years of experience through out the roofing industry Whether it's a new roof or simply a missing tile we cover it all with very experienced workers who are fully Insured polite and clean on your prope...

    Latest review

    Gabriela P., CV8
    3

    Roofline | Guttering in Coventry Southern Satellite Villages & Kenilworth

    They contacted me but I didn’t engage because I gave the job to another company

    Probuild

    29 review(s)
    Based: in Cambridge, CB4 1TU

    Hello thanks for taking the time read this quick Introduction At probuild roofing We take on all types off roofing work we are skilled tradsmen and take pride in are work all work is gaurrented Works carried out Fascia soffit and gutterin...

    Latest review

    Gloria L., CM24
    5

    Roofline | Guttering in Stansted

    Probuild are fantastic

    Jp Weather Proof Roofing

    6 review(s)
    Based: in Leighton buzzard, LU7 9BP

    Weather proof roofing are a well established roofing contractor in London we built up our business solely on reputation and quality of work. This is a reputation we value and work hard to maintain. We pride ourselves on offering first class workmansh...

    Latest review

    Son T., KT14
    5

    Roofline | Guttering in West Byfleet

    friendly staff. Done a good work. highly recommend to friend and family

    A-plan home improvements

    3 review(s)
    Based: in Cambridge, CB4 1UN

    When it comes to your roof, you should never take chances. To keep your home safe and undamaged, finding a roofing company that you can trust is the first step. A-plan home improvements are the local experts to call... Is you roof in need of a rep...

    Latest review

    Nicola H., MK2
    4

    Roofline | Guttering in Milton Keynes

    Too expensive

    ELT Landscapes Ltd

    14 review(s)
    Based: in Cambridge, CB24 9PW

    ELT Roofing are thoroughly experienced, comprehensive roofing specialists who provide every aspect of roofig to residential and commercial properties in Cambridgeshire.

    Latest review

    Catherine M., CB22
    5

    Roofline | Guttering in Cambridge

    Very happy with the work and speed of response

    247Roofing

    4 review(s)
    Based: in Potters bar, EN6 3PX

    Searching for a Roofing Technician Check out 247Roofing. We can help you with a range of flat roofing and roof repair services and guttering service

    Latest review

    Donna P., MK17
    5

    Roofline | Guttering in Milton Keynes

    Great price, Very friendly and able to do the work quickly for me.

    Co-operative Roofing & Decorating LTD

    9 review(s)
    Based: in Buckinghamshire, HP17 8SN

    Our Building Services Company, PCS BUILDING SERVICES has over 17 years experience in the trade. Since then we have been helping customers in Aylesbury and the surrounding ares by providing professional, trustworthy building service. We know it ca...

    Latest review

    Danny F., HP15
    5

    Roofline | Guttering in High Wycombe

    Excellent service

    JD Care and Repair

    3 review(s)
    Based: in Hatfeild, AL9 7ND

    Latest review

    David D., AL4
    3

    Roofline | Guttering in St. Albans

    Good price but couldnt do job in time

    Similar Customer Enquiries for Gutter replacement in St Albans

    16 Oct

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL4

    Enquiry from: Terry D

    Start Date: Immediate

    New guttering at the front of a 7m conservatory and a solution to the leaks which occur because water is getting in behind the soffits. Please email as not at home to take calls.

    Post a similar request >

    14 Oct

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL3

    Enquiry from: Philip S

    Start Date: Immediate

    Gutter replacement Lead Gutter replacement Lead

    customer made an online enquiry for gutter replacement and confirmed on sms they would like a call with a gutter installer to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the...

    Post a similar request >

    25 Feb

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL4

    Enquiry from: Val L

    Start Date: Immediate

    I need a piece of guttering replaced. It just fell to the ground one day

    Post a similar request >

    02 Nov

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL4

    Enquiry from: Arthur H

    Start Date: Immediate

    new down pipe installation required plus fitting to existing installation are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 what level of s...

    Post a similar request >

    28 Oct

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL2

    Enquiry from: Daniel B

    Start Date: Immediate

    Guttering needs changes front and back to semi detached house.

    Post a similar request >

    18 Sep

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL4

    Enquiry from: Patrick M

    Start Date: Immediate

    Guttering replacement to compleat house

    Post a similar request >

    11 Jun

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL1

    Enquiry from: Hannah D

    Start Date: Immediate

    i would like to seek the quotes for the following: - replacing old front rainwater pipe, front gutter, front timber boards (to replace with upvc) and installing rear bay gutter - inspecting roof timb...

    Post a similar request >

    05 May

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL2

    Enquiry from: James E

    Start Date: Immediate

    require complete guttering replacement and ideally joining with neighbours as semi detached are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-...

    Post a similar request >

    25 Sep

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL2

    Enquiry from: Howard C

    Start Date: Immediate

    Full replacement on deep-flow guttering across front of house.

    Post a similar request >

    24 Sep

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL2

    Enquiry from: Brett D

    Start Date: Immediate

    New guttering on one side of house. . May need facias and soffits too.

    Post a similar request >

    20 Feb

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL1

    Enquiry from: Chris L

    Start Date: Immediate

    Gutter replacement Lead

    customer visited the myguttering.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: terrace property owner: owner, work description: the downpipe at the rear of the property has become detached from...

    Post a similar request >

    23 Jan

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL1

    Enquiry from: Joon O

    Start Date: Immediate

    Customer visited the myguttering.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Gutter leaking

    Post a similar request >

    04 Oct

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL2

    Enquiry from: JIGNESH N

    Start Date: Immediate

    customer in st. albans areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for gutter replacement.confirmed interest via sms and email at 04/10/2021 15:30.please call to a...

    Post a similar request >

    21 Aug

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL2

    Enquiry from: Denise M

    Start Date: Immediate

    guttering needs redoing due to cowboy builder property type: terrace how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 what level of service do you require: replacement do you require guttering to be replaced: yes w...

    Post a similar request >

    16 Aug

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL2

    Enquiry from: Denise M

    Start Date: Immediate

    guttering needs redoing due to cowboy builder property type: terrace how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 what level of service do you require: replacement do you require guttering to be replaced: yes w...

    Post a similar request >

    09 Aug

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL4

    Enquiry from: Ann S

    Start Date: Immediate

    *homeowner guttering supplied and fitted please call to appoint

    Post a similar request >

    27 Jul

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL3

    Enquiry from: Steven B

    Start Date: Immediate

    *Homeowner Guttering Supplied and fitted Please call to appoint

    Post a similar request >

    14 Dec

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL2

    Enquiry from: Mark H

    Start Date: Immediate

    Customer visited the myguttering.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Gutter repair on side of garage

    Post a similar request >

    22 Oct

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL3

    Enquiry from: Annalien v

    Start Date: Immediate

    Customer visited the myguttering.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Some of the gutters require repairing as brackets are broken so g...

    Post a similar request >

    28 Sep

    Roofline | Guttering

    St. Albans - AL3

    Enquiry from: Michael L

    Start Date: Immediate

    Customer visited the myguttering.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Gutters soffits &facias all round

    Post a similar request >

    How it works

    Tell us about your Gutter replacement project

    Answer a few quick questions, so we can match you with professionals who can help.

    Find up to 4 Gutter Installers in St Albans

    Get free, no-obligation quotes from 4 verified Gutter Installers working in St Albans.

    Hire with confidence

    Compare customer reviews, services and prices, and choose the right professional for you.

    Our reviews

    Average

    Would highly recommend

    Would highly recommend, they found me a firm which I was happy with a quote they give me and went ahead and had my job done within 2 days of enquiring.

    Good easy way to find a selection of…

    Good easy way to find a selection of trades you need all in one place.

    Love LeadsDoWork it's a big part of my …

    Love LeadsDoWork it's a big part of my Business I would recommend to anyone

    FAQs

    What are gutters normally made from?

    In the UK, gutters are normally made from uPVC. It’s a hardy plastic that won’t rot, warp or tarnish very easily, which is why it’s so popular. It’s the same material that’s used for most homes’ windows these days; they don’t have to be the standard white as they can be made into a range of colours. Expect to pay an average of £500 for the supply and installation of uPVC guttering, and more if you require scaffolding.

    Other materials that are popular for gutters include copper, aluminium and cast iron. These are much more expensive – you might be looking at around £1500 or more for the supply and installation – but they give a more polished look and are often used on period properties or those in a conservation area. If you're considering these types of gutters, make sure you get a few quotes from different roofline companies so you can compare the different materials.

    In the past, gutters were made from wood, asbestos concrete or stone. They were often lined with lead to stop the water from seeping through. When it was discovered that asbestos was seriously harmful, it of course stopped being used. Wood was prone to rotting, even with lead lining, and stone is heavy and expensive. So when uPVC came along, it became an affordable and easy material to use for gutters so homeowners could be confident that rainwater will be kept away from the foundations of their properties. It’s important to keep gutters clear from leaves and debris, because if they become blocked, they can make water to fall against your property’s walls, causing damp.

    How do you replace gutters?
    The best way to replace gutters is to ask a reputable installer to do it for you. They have all the right safety equipment and knowledge to do it. But if you’re a competent DIYer, you could have a go at replacing the gutters yourself. If you do, you could save yourself an average of £359 on labour costs. The biggest risk from replacing guttering yourself is the height. Even if you’re on a secure ladder, if you’re not used to working at height you could seriously hurt yourself. If your home is a bungalow, the risk is lower, but anything two storeys and above carries significant risk. If you’re still happy to go ahead, there are a few things you’ll need to fit gutters yourself:
    • A sturdy ladder
    • Gloves and safety goggles
    • A hammer and nails to secure your fascia so it doesn’t fall down mid-replacement
    • A hacksaw – this will cut through uPVC guttering – just make sure you leave a margin of error with every cut you make
    • Cable ties or rope to secure the existing gutters while you dismantle them, so they don’t fall off
    • All the right fixings and brackets to secure the guttering
    • An electric drill and/or screwdrivers
    Once you’ve removed the old guttering, you can get started with the new ones. Follow these steps:
    1. Add a gutter bracket to the top of the fascia board at the opposite end to the stop-end outlet, if you have one. Then tie a piece of string around the base of the bracket.
    2. You’ll need to place the gutter outlet accurately over the drain. Hold a plumb line against the fascia directly over the drain, and mark that position with a pencil. Following the manufacturer’s advice on the number of screws to use, fit the gutter outlet no more than 50mm below the level of the roof tiles.
    3. Stretch the piece of string you tied on the bracket along the fascia board, and tie it to the outlet. Make sure you check with a spirit level that the string slopes towards the outlet.
    4. Mark the positions of the other brackets. They should be no more than 800mm apart, or 600mm if your roof is very steep. They also shouldn’t be any more than 150mm from a joint or fitting. Then fit the rest of the brackets.
    5. Fit a stop-end to the first length of gutter and clip it into position on the brackets. At the other end, fit a union piece and screw it into the fascia.
    6. Then fit the next length of gutter into it, and the next until you’re finished. Cut the last one to fit using your hacksaw before attaching a stop-end. Then make sure all the joints line up with the insertion depth marks on the fittings. Then you’re done!
    What is a gutter?

    A gutter is part of the system that takes rainwater away from a building. Every home will have some form of guttering system to stop water from dripping off the roof and into the walls. It’s important to keep your gutters clear because if water starts to seep into your home’s walls, you’re likely to get damp.

    A guttering system consists of half pipes, troughs, bends and downpipes. They’re usually cylindrical in shape but they may be square on some homes and in countries outside of the UK. Technically, the gutter is the part that you’ll see across your roof that collects rainwater. The water will then feed into a downpipe from your roof’s edge to the base of your home, where you can collect it in something like a water butt, or it will be discharged to a surface water drain or soakaway.

    In early times, gutters used to be made from lined wood or stone. Lead was often used as the liner to stop rainwater from seeping through the material, but you won’t see it used much anymore. These days, most homes have uPVC guttering as it’s a hardwearing plastic that should last a long time. But you’ll also see gutters made from aluminium, cast iron and copper, especially on period homes or those in a conservation area.

    Every home needs a guttering system to ensure that rainwater doesn’t affect the foundations of the property. It’s also important to keep the gutters clear of debris like fallen leaves, as this will cause them to overflow, potentially causing water to soak into the walls and causing damp.

    How to install guttering and downpipes?
    If you’re a competent DIYer, it’s not too difficult to install guttering and downpipes if you’ve got uPVC ones. uPVC is a type of plastic and therefore is relatively light, but if you’ve got cast iron or copper guttering you might find it more difficult to replace and install. When you install new guttering and downpipes, you’ll need to remove your old ones. It’s a good idea to tie some rope or cable ties around the existing guttering while you dismantle them so they don’t fall down. We’ve explained how to replace guttering in a previous FAQ, so here we’ll focus on the downpipes. It’s simple if you have the right tools, including a sturdy ladder, a drill and screwdriver and all the fixings and brackets you’ll need.
    1. Hang a plumb bob from the outlet to the drain to use as a guide while you draw several marks on the wall with a pencil to show you where the downpipe will run.
    2. Join the marks up with a straight edge, creating a line to show where the centre of the downpipe will be.
    3. Position a downpipe clip at the top of wall, in the centre of the pencil line. Mark the position of its fixing holes on the wall. If you need an offset bend, put a downpipe clip directly below the bend.
    4. Repeat the process down the wall. Make sure there is no more than 1.8 metres between pipe clips.
    5. Refer to the guttering manufacturer’s instructions to see which drill bit is required. Use a drill to drill the fixing holes and insert wall plugs.
    6. Fit the first piece of downpipe starting from the outlet and moving towards the drain.
    7. If you need to add more downpipe, join the two pieces with a pipe socket and clip. Leave a 10mm gap between the end of the pipe and the bottom of the pipe socket, because it will probably expand. Then attach a pipe clip over the joint.
    8. Continue attaching pipe clips down the length of the downpipe.
    9. If you need to, fit a downpipe show to direct the water into the drain. Attach a downpipe clip directly below the socket of the shoe.
    Although it seems easy, it’s always best to leave guttering works to the professionals. They’ve got experience with fitting neat and tidy guttering and downpipes, and they are used to working at height.
    Placholder Image

    Other Top Projects in St Albans

    Are you a gutter installer in St Albans?

    We can help you get more Gutter replacement work and boost your business.

    Join today