How Much Does It Cost to Paint Gutters? [2026 Data]

In 2026, the national average cost to paint gutters is $360. Most homeowners spend between $160 and $960 for the full project, with gutter material, paint type, and total linear footage driving the cost. If your gutters need a refresh, it's one of the more affordable upgrades for your curb appeal that you can make.

Gutter Painting Cost Factors: What Determines the Price?

Gutter painting typically costs $160 to $960, with paint type, gutter material, and gutter size driving the largest share of that range. Labor rates vary by location and can push costs toward either end of that range depending on where you live.

Paint Types

There are three main types of home exterior paint suitable for gutters: latex, acrylic, and oil-based, each carrying different costs ($20 to $80 per gallon) and performance characteristics. 

Costs vary significantly by exterior paint type, as shown in the breakdown below:

Latex Paint

Latex paint costs $20 to $50 per gallon. It's water-based, making it less toxic and easier to clean than the other paint types. Latex paint is also exceptionally durable and able to expand and contract with the material you paint it on. This makes it ideal for wood gutters, which require extra maintenance and repainting every few years.

Acrylic Paint

Acrylic paint also costs $20 to $50 per gallon. It can be water-based or use a blend of chemicals as a solvent. It tends to be more flexible and elastic as well as more weatherproof. Acrylic paint is often recommended for aluminum gutters, while water-based acrylic latex works best for vinyl gutters.

Oil-Based Paint

Oil-based paint costs $20 to $80 per gallon. This type works well on aluminum and other metals but dries harder than the other paint types, making it more difficult to clean and prone to cracking over time.

Size

The length of your gutters is a direct cost driver, with gutter painting averaging just over $2.50 per linear foot for labor and materials combined. Most U.S. homes have 150 to 200 linear feet of gutters, so that footage range gives you a reliable starting point for estimating your total project cost.

Materials

Your gutter material directly affects what painters charge for labor, and costs vary from $1 to $4 per linear foot across material types. 

See how gutter material affects your total cost in the breakdown below:

Location

Where you live has a real impact on gutter painting costs, with labor running lower in rural areas and higher in coastal metropolitan markets. 

City plays a major role in your location costs, as you can see in the following table:

Additional Costs to Consider

Paint and labor cover most of your gutter painting budget, but a few additional costs are worth factoring in before you finalize your estimate.

Gutter Cleaning

Budget around $160 for the cost of gutter cleaning before painting, since debris and rust left on the surface can cause paint to peel within a year or two rather than lasting many years. Gutter cleaning is sometimes bundled into a professional gutter painting service, but you may need to handle it separately yourself or hire a local gutter cleaning pro.

Gutter Maintenance

If the inspection turns up damage, repairs or full replacement may be necessary, with the cost of gutter replacement running $4 to $30 per linear foot. Regular gutter cleaning keeps your gutters in good working order, and many pros include a full inspection of your gutters and downspouts as part of that service. 

Tipping Your House Painters

Tipping painters is never required and rarely expected, though most painters genuinely appreciate the gesture. A common approach is to give each painter $20 cash for a job particularly well done, or if you prefer a non-cash option, offering to buy lunch or bring coffee in the morning is a well-received alternative.

Cost to Paint Gutters Yourself

Painting your own gutters costs $100 to $500 for paint and supplies, though that figure can climb if you also need to rent a pressure washer or ladder for cleaning and prep. A professional already owns all the necessary equipment, so hiring out eliminates those additional rental costs.

DIY vs. Hiring a Pro

Learning how to paint gutters is relatively simple if you're comfortable with heights and take proper safety precautions. If you have a one-story home and a tall enough ladder, you may be able to reach your gutters to paint them yourself. Second-story gutters are out of reach for most ladders and are typically unsafe for DIYers to paint, remove, or reinstall.

If you'd prefer to save time and energy or simply don't want to take the risk of working on a ladder, you can hire an exterior painter near you for as little as $160 or as much as $960. Some prices may even fall outside of this range; the price depends mostly on the length of your gutters and the cost of living in your area.

How to Save Money on Painting Gutters

DIYing will probably save you the most money on the overall cost to paint gutters. However, if you still want to hire a pro but need to keep the job as wallet-friendly as possible, here’s what you can do:

• Do the prep work yourself. Clean the outside and inside of your gutters before your pro arrives. This will cut down on their time spent preparing, therefore saving you on labor costs. 

• Reach out to multiple pros to find the best quote. Pro tip: The best quote isn’t always the cheapest one; always take experience, insurance, and licensing into consideration.

• Know your gutter material. Different materials are better suited for different types of paint, and choosing the right paint can decrease maintenance costs in the long run.

How Angi Gets Its Cost Data

Home is the most important place on earth, which is why Angi has helped more than 150 million homeowners transform their houses into homes they adore. To help homeowners with their next project, Angi provides readers with the most accurate cost data and upholds strict editorial standards. We extensively research project costs to develop the pricing data you see, so you can make the best decisions for you and your home. We rely on reputable sources, including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, academic journals, market studies, and interviews with industry experts—all to ensure our prices reflect real-world projects. 

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