Aluminum is the default choice, and seamless aluminum runs roughly 6 to 13 dollars a linear foot installed, which puts an average home near 1,000 to 2,500 dollars. It is light, it does not rust, and it can be formed seamless on site. Most of the spread comes down to the metal gauge and the roof access.
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Because a thicker aluminum resists dents and holds its shape, and it costs more to buy.
For how gauge sits inside the wider price, see the full cost picture.
Beyond gauge, the same levers apply as on any gutter job.
| Factor | Effect on the price |
|---|---|
| Seamless against sectional | Seamless adds the on site forming machine |
| Roof height and access | A steep two story slows every stage |
| Downspout count | More outlets means more pipe and labor |
| Fascia condition | Soft board turns into carpentry |
None of these is padding. Each is a decision you can see and question.
For most houses, yes. It outlasts vinyl, costs a fraction of copper, and does not rust like bare steel. Copper and zinc last longer and look richer, but at several times the price.
To see how an aluminum run is installed, read how gutters are installed.
Roughly 6 to 13 dollars a linear foot for seamless aluminum, or about 1,000 to 2,500 dollars for an average home, depending on gauge and access.
Heavier stock such as .027 or .032 resists dents and ice better than thin .019. On a long lived run the heavier gauge is usually worth the small premium.
No, aluminum does not rust, which is a large part of why it is the default. It can corrode slowly in coastal salt air, but it will not rust like bare steel.
Commonly 20 years or more with basic upkeep. Gauge, climate and how well they were hung all affect where in that range a given run lands.
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