How to measure your home for gutters.
It takes about 10 minutes, you only need a tape measure, and close is good enough — we always confirm exact measurements on-site before fabricating anything.
What you're measuring
Gutters are priced by linear feet — the total length of roof edge that needs a gutter. Not square feet, not the size of your house. Just the length of the edges where rainwater runs off.
Step by step
- Walk around your house and note each side where a gutter is needed (or where an old one hangs now). Most homes have 2–6 runs, including the garage.
- Measure each side at ground level, directly below the roof edge. No ladder needed — the ground distance is close enough.
- Round up to the nearest foot and write each side down. If a wall steps in or out, just measure the overall end-to-end length.
- Add the sides together — or type them into the calculator below and we'll do it for you.
Add up your sides
Common questions
Do I count downspouts?
No — just the horizontal roof edges. Our estimate tool adds downspouts automatically based on your total length and number of stories.
My house is two stories. Does that change how I measure?
Measure the same way, at ground level. Just select "2 stories" in the estimate tool — second-story work takes more time and equipment, and the tool accounts for that.
What if I only need gutters on part of the house?
Only measure the sides that need them. Many homeowners start with the front and the sides over walkways and doors.
What's a typical total?
Most single-story homes land between 100 and 160 linear feet. Larger two-story homes commonly run 150 to 250.
Rather have us handle it? Call or text (281) 201-4870 and we'll measure for free on-site.