Gutter Installation & Repair in Austin
Protect your foundation with professional gutter services. Custom seamless gutters, gutter guards, and expert repairs that keep water flowing away from your home.
Why Gutters Matter for Your Austin Home
Central Texas gets heavy rainfall that can dump inches of water in hours. Without properly functioning gutters, all that water runs off your roof and pools around your foundation, causing erosion and expensive structural damage.
Foundation Protection
Gutters direct water away from your foundation, preventing the soil erosion and settling that causes cracks and structural problems costing thousands to repair.
Landscape Preservation
Uncontrolled roof runoff erodes mulch beds, damages plants, and creates muddy trenches along your home. Gutters protect your landscaping investment.
Prevent Water Intrusion
Clogged or damaged gutters cause water to back up under roofing materials, leading to fascia rot, soffit damage, and leaks into your attic and walls.
Complete Gutter Services
From new seamless gutter installation to repairs and maintenance, we provide comprehensive gutter services throughout Central Texas. Our team installs custom-fabricated gutters on-site, ensuring perfect fit and optimal water management for your specific home.
Seamless Gutter Installation
We fabricate seamless aluminum gutters right at your home using professional-grade equipment. Custom-cut to the exact length needed, seamless gutters eliminate the weak points where sectional gutters typically fail. Choose from a variety of colors to match your home, backed by manufacturer warranties.
Gutter Guards & Protection
Austin's oak trees drop massive amounts of pollen and leaves that clog gutters fast. We install micro-mesh gutter guards that block debris while allowing water flow. While no system is maintenance-free, quality guards dramatically reduce cleaning frequency and prevent the clogs that cause overflow and damage.
Gutter Repair & Restoration
Sagging gutters, leaky seams, detached downspouts, and storm damage all compromise your gutter system. We repair and restore existing gutters when possible, or recommend replacement when repairs aren't cost-effective. Every repair includes inspection of the entire system to catch additional issues.
Downspout Extensions & Drainage
Getting water away from your foundation is just as important as collecting it. We install downspout extensions, underground drainage lines, and splash blocks to direct water safely away from your home. Proper drainage solutions prevent foundation problems that cost far more than the drainage system.
Our Gutter Services
- Seamless Aluminum Gutters
- Gutter Guard Installation
- Gutter Repair & Rehanging
- Downspout Installation
- Underground Drainage
- Gutter Cleaning
- Storm Damage Repair
Why Choose Hive for Gutters
- On-Site Custom Fabrication
- Heavy-Gauge Aluminum Materials
- Color-Matched to Your Home
- Insurance Claim Assistance
- Licensed & Insured
- Workmanship Warranty
Gutter FAQs
How much do seamless gutters cost in Austin?
Seamless aluminum gutter installation in Austin typically costs $6-$12 per linear foot, with most homes requiring 150-200 feet of gutters. A complete installation usually runs $1,200-$2,500 depending on home size, stories, and corners. This includes gutters, downspouts, and hangers. Gutter guards add $3-$8 per foot but eliminate most cleaning needs.
What's the difference between seamless and sectional gutters?
Seamless gutters are custom-fabricated on-site from a single piece of aluminum, eliminating joints where leaks typically occur. Sectional gutters come in pre-cut pieces that connect together, creating seams every 10 feet that can leak over time. Seamless gutters cost slightly more but last longer and require less maintenance.
Do gutter guards really work?
Quality gutter guards significantly reduce debris accumulation and cleaning frequency. Micro-mesh guards are most effective for Central Texas, blocking oak pollen, leaves, and pine needles while allowing water through. While no guard eliminates all maintenance, good guards reduce cleaning from twice yearly to once every few years.
How often should gutters be cleaned in Austin?
Without gutter guards, Austin homes typically need cleaning twice yearly—once after spring oak pollen season and again after fall leaves drop. Homes near large oak or pecan trees may need more frequent cleaning. With quality gutter guards, cleaning frequency drops to every 2-3 years or as needed.
Does insurance cover gutter damage from storms?
Yes, homeowners insurance typically covers gutter damage from hail, wind, and fallen trees. We document storm damage with photos and detailed reports that insurance adjusters trust. Dented, detached, or crushed gutters from severe weather are commonly approved claims. We handle the claim process for you.
Ready to Protect Your Home?
Get a free estimate on seamless gutter installation or repair. We'll assess your current system, discuss your options, and provide transparent pricing.