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Most Pittsburgh homes are better served by 6-inch gutters than the standard 5-inch — our rainfall intensity and freeze-thaw conditions demand more drainage capacity than typical sizing provides. We fabricate seamless gutters on-site, set them at the correct pitch for drainage, and install downspouts sized and positioned to handle the actual water volume of your roofline. Every installation comes with a written quote, our own crew, and no pressure to upgrade beyond what your home actually needs.
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An incorrectly pitched gutter is as useless as a clogged one. Water will pool in low spots, causing rust, overflow, and fascia rot within a few seasons. Our crew uses precision leveling tools on every installation to guarantee optimal pitch. Many homeowners who come to us after a competitor installation discover that their gutters slope the wrong direction or have zero pitch at all.
Gutter installation in Pittsburgh typically ranges from $5 to $15 per linear foot, depending on gutter material, profile, and home height. A typical Pittsburgh home with 150–200 linear feet of gutters might cost $750–$3,000 for a complete seamless aluminum installation. Copper gutters run significantly higher. All estimates from Picture Perfect Exteriors are free and include no-pressure recommendations.
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Most residential gutter installation projects are completed in a single day. Larger homes or homes requiring fascia repairs prior to installation may take two days. We always provide a timeline estimate before work begins.
For seamless gutters, full replacement is almost always the better option. Because seamless gutters are fabricated to exact length, replacing sections would require joints that are vulnerable to leaking. Full replacement also ensures consistent pitch and proper downspout placement throughout the home.
Most Pittsburgh homes need gutters on all roof edges that slope toward the house foundation or landscaping. Our team will evaluate your roofline and advise which sections genuinely need gutter coverage and which can be left open based on your grading and drainage.
Clean new gutters at least twice per year — in late spring and late fall. Inspect after major storms. Consider gutter guard installation to reduce maintenance frequency. Our team also offers ongoing gutter cleaning service for Pittsburgh homeowners who want year-round peace of mind. Protect your the area home from water damage.
Most Pittsburgh homes do better with 6-inch gutters than the standard 5-inch. the area averages 38 inches of annual rainfall with summer storms that can deliver 2+ inches per hour — 6-inch gutters handle that volume with more margin. We size based on roof area, pitch, and downspout count, not whatever's cheapest.
Seamless gutters are fabricated on-site from a continuous coil of aluminum — no joints along the run except at corners and downspout connections. Sectional gutters join at intervals with sealant that fails over time, causing leaks and debris catches. We install seamless gutters exclusively for new installations.
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Protect your Pittsburgh home from water damage. Call Picture Perfect Exteriors at 412-743-8208 for a free gutter installation estimate.
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