How much does it cost to fix a leaking gutter?

Sealing a leaking seam or corner is often between about $85 and $205, according to HomeGnome. More if the leak is from a sagging run or rotten fascia.

Is it cheaper to repair or replace gutters?

Repair is cheaper for isolated faults. Replacement is better value when problems are widespread or keep coming back.

Does gutter repair include fascia repair?

Not usually. Fascia work is often priced separately because the extent of the damage is only clear once the gutter is off.

How much is gutter repair for a sagging gutter?

Rehanging a sagging run is usually a small job priced on time and hangers, unless the fascia behind it is rotten and has to be replaced first.

What is the cost to fix gutters on a two-story house?

Expect a higher price for the same repair than on a single-story home, because of ladder setup time and safety equipment.

Pricing

Gutter Repair Cost: Prices for Leaks, Sagging and More

Most gutter repairs cost a few hundred dollars. The type of fault, the height of the house and the condition of the wood behind the gutter decide the final figure.

Updated 2026-10-26 · Gutter Fixing Editorial Team

HomeGnome reports a national range of about $217 to $698 for gutter repairs including materials and labor. Thumbtack puts repairs between roughly $70 and $591, with most homeowners paying $175 to $250. The difference between a small and a large repair is usually how much of the run has to come down.

Rain gutter repair cost by type of problem

Problem	Typical range (HomeGnome)
Leaks at seams or corners (sealing)	$85 to $205
Sagging sections	$77 to $367
Wrong pitch (re-sloping)	$78 to $233
Clogs causing damage	$130 to $325

A single reseal is quick. Re-pitching or rehanging a sagging run takes longer because the gutter is lowered, hangers are replaced and the slope is reset along its length.

Cost by height of home

Home height	Average repair (HomeGnome)
One story	$223
Two stories	$357
Three or more stories	$479

Cost by gutter type and material

HomeGnome reports repairs on sectional gutters at about $100 to $337 and on seamless gutters at about $137 to $500, since replacement pieces for seamless runs may need to be formed. By material, repairs to copper and box gutters cost the most because the parts and skills are specialized; vinyl and aluminum are the cheapest to fix.

Gutter fixing cost: labor rates

Where repairs are billed by time, HomeGnome lists labor at roughly $50 to $125 per hour. Many contractors have a minimum call-out charge, which is why a five-minute fix can cost the same as a half-hour one. Bundling several small repairs, or adding them to a cleaning visit, makes better use of that minimum.

What makes a repair cost more

Rotten fascia that has to be repaired before the gutter can be refastened.
Second and third story work, steep roofs and difficult access.
Matching an old color or profile with new parts.
Specialist gutters such as copper, half-round, box or built-in.
Emergency or after-hours visits following a storm.

Repair or replace?

If a repair costs a small fraction of a new system and the rest of the gutter is sound, repair is the better value. If you face several repairs at once, or have paid for repairs on the same run in consecutive years, compare the total with the gutter replacement cost guide before committing. A good contractor will tell you honestly which side of that line you are on.

Getting an accurate repair price

Photos help but rarely settle the price, because the cause of a leak or sag is often the hangers or the fascia, which a contractor needs to see. Describe where the water goes in rain, how long the problem has been there, and whether the wood behind the gutter looks stained or soft. Ask for the repair and any fascia work to be priced separately.

Common repairs and what they involve

Resealing a leaking seam, corner or end cap: old sealant is cleaned off and new gutter sealant or a patch is applied.
Replacing loose spikes with hidden hangers: the gutter is refastened into solid fascia at closer spacing.
Re-pitching a run: the gutter is lowered and rehung so water flows steadily to the outlet.
Replacing a damaged section: a dented or holed length is cut out and a matching piece is joined in.
Reattaching or replacing downspouts and elbows that have come loose or split.

Downspout repair costs

Downspout repairs are usually among the cheapest gutter repairs, because the parts are inexpensive and the work is at a lower height. Fixr reports that a handyperson repairing a leaking or swinging downspout typically charges about $37 to $68 per hour. Replacing a whole downspout costs more, priced by the foot and by material. Blockages in buried drain lines are a separate job and can cost more if the line has to be dug up.

Storm damage repairs

Repairs after hail, wind or falling limbs often cost more than everyday repairs, because several sections may be damaged at once and demand is high right after a storm. If the damage was sudden, it may be covered by homeowners insurance, minus the deductible. Get a written estimate that separates storm damage from old wear, since insurers generally only pay for the former, and photograph the damage before anything is removed.

When a cheap repair costs more later

A bead of sealant over a joint on a sagging gutter may stop the drip for a season, but water still pools at the low spot and the seal fails again. Screwing new hangers into soft fascia holds for a while, then pulls out. Paying a little more for a repair that fixes the cause, such as the slope or the board behind the gutter, is usually cheaper than paying for the same small repair every year.

Repairs on copper, seamless and half-round gutters

Repairs on specialist gutters cost more. Copper needs soldering and matching metal. Half-round gutters need matching round hangers and profile pieces. Seamless runs may need a new section formed to match, which can mean bringing the forming machine back for a short length. Expect fewer contractors to quote and a higher minimum charge.

Tips for keeping repair costs down

Book repairs at the same time as a cleaning visit.
Fix small leaks before they rot the fascia behind them.
Keep gutters clean so weight does not pull hangers loose.
Ask for the cause to be fixed, not just the symptom.
Get two quotes for any repair over a few hundred dollars.

Minimum charges and trip fees

Many contractors set a minimum charge for any visit, because driving out, setting up a ladder and packing away takes time whatever the fix. A single resealed corner can therefore cost close to the minimum. Grouping every small problem on the house into one booking, and asking for the minimum up front, is the easiest way to get more done for the same visit fee.

Second-story and steep-roof repairs

Repairs high on a two-story wall or above a steep slope take longer and may need extra equipment, such as roof anchors or a lift on difficult sites. Expect higher labor for the same part, and ask whether the price assumes ladder access only.