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Last update on November 24, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
I had a great experience with Midwest Home Exteriors from start to finish! The owner, James, and the office staff were incredibly easy to work with during the entire process of getting a new roof and gutters. They worked closely with my insurance agent, the crews and I to make this process run...
Midwest Home Exteriors
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Reviewed in April 2024
Best company out there for any gutter work. I used several gutter companies and Enzo Gutters is by far the best company in every aspect regarding quality and fair price.
Enzo Gutters LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
They were very professional, nice, friendly, and quick. Took pictures of the clean gutters. Would recommend them to family and friends. Low cost and GREAT SERVICE.
Statz Specialty Services, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
Roof was stripped and replaced with quality materials in one day (big crew). Had clean up and replaced gutters the next day. Good job. Well satisfied and I'd be happy to hire frank again.
Hetzel Construction
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Reviewed in October 2014
Garrett is a very nice and personal professional with great communication via email and phone. As I anticipated my gutters were a bit over the deal I picked but he let me know of the extra charge and all in all it was very reasonable for gutters I've had clogged for far too long. I have gutter...
ViewRenew Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2014
Things overall went well. Did excellent tile work. Interior paint was good. Exterior paint looked good, but now that spring is here, I can see multiple areas where bubbles have formed or peeling because paint was laid atop unscrapped areas. Roof and gutters are excellent. There was a dispute...
Always Building Custom
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Reviewed in May 2014
Talked to Neil on the phone the night before, he said he was looking forward to doing the work...very good sign I had a winner! Neil got there about 5 minutes before he was supposed to be there. He asked me what I wanted to do first, which was the gutters. He got right to work, cleaning and...
Artisan Construction
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Reviewed in August 2012
Arden came within a couple of hours of my call. He inspected roof and chimney flashing to find the leak. He suggested that he try just caulking it first, as the alternative would be to tear out all the flashing and completely redo it. He also spent time with me evaluating a couple of gutter...
JAMES R TAYLOR & SONS
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Reviewed in July 2012
We had to replace our 40 year old roof, and as always came to Angie's List to find a contractor. We had 5 estimates and after talking it over talking it over we decided to go with Mike Zimmerlee. The roof needed to be a tear-off and the crew did a nice job on keeping the debris to a minimum....
Zimmerlee Construction
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Reviewed in June 2010
They came within a few days and were done the same day. They cleaned everthing and did a perfect job placing the gutters in the right spots.
Mark's Tuckpointing & Remodeling Co Inc
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Gutter Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Yes. Gutter guards aren’t 100% foolproof. While gutter guards can keep debris out, some small pieces like leaves, pebbles, and pests can still accumulate over time. The main benefit of gutter guards is their ability to dramatically reduce the amount of annual cleaning you have to do, sometimes requiring only once a year or even less.

Copper gutters are prized for their longevity. They last between 50 and 100 years, while vinyl, steel, and aluminum gutters, on average, last just 20 years. Over time, copper gutters take on a signature green patina. Picture the coloration of the Statue of Liberty to get an idea of why people love the distinguished look of aged copper gutters.

Gutter life expectancy depends on the material used. Aluminum gutters last up to 25 years, while galvanized steel lasts between 15 to 20 years. Copper gutters are the most durable, with a lifespan nearing 100 years. Regular maintenance, such as cleaning and inspecting for leaks, can extend lifespans.

Yes, it is okay to knock down icicles yourself. Just make sure to take the proper safety precautions. If you’re not comfortable doing it yourself, contact a roofing professional.

Heated gutters are significantly easier to maintain than standard gutters. While you will have to check to make sure they’re functioning properly and aren’t accumulating leaves and other tree debris, you will never have to worry about ice dams, icicle formation, or related gutter damage and repairs, which can get expensive. Heated gutters will require an upfront investment, but it might very well be worth it for the time and potential money you’ll save down the road on gutter maintenance.

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