Gutter Replacement in Des Moines, Iowa
When gutters leak at every seam, sag between hangers and still overflow when clean, patching them is throwing good money after bad. We tear off the old system, fix what is underneath and hang new seamless gutters sized for your Des Moines roof.
Tear-off, fascia repair and new gutters in one project
Worn-out sectional gutters give themselves away. Seams drip after every rain, paint peels at the joints, the run waves up and down between spikes, and dirty streaks run down the siding below. If your Des Moines house still has gutters held up by spikes driven through the face, freeze and thaw have probably been working those spikes loose for years.
A Des Moines gutter replacement with Flow Right starts with the tear-off. We take down the old gutters and downspouts and look hard at the fascia board and drip edge. Rotted wood gets replaced before anything new goes up, because the fascia is what holds the gutter. Then we form seamless runs on site, hang them on hidden hangers and set the pitch so every run drains to an outlet. More detail is on our gutter replacement page.
Replacement is also the right moment to fix the design. Five-inch is the size most homes use, often with 2x3 downspouts, no matter how big or steep the roof is. A 6-inch gutter carries about 50 percent more water, and a 3x4 downspout handles up to about 1,200 square feet of roof. Luke will tell you whether your roof needs the upgrade or whether the old size was fine all along.
What a Flow Right gutter replacement includes
- Tear-off of old gutters and downspouts
- Rotted fascia board replaced before hanging
- New 5-inch or 6-inch seamless runs
- Downspouts resized and moved where needed
- Half-round and copper options available
- Job site cleaned and walked with you
Why Des Moines gutters wear out
Winters that work every joint
Des Moines winters average about 25.6 degrees, and the temperature crosses freezing again and again from November into April. Each swing makes aluminum expand and shrink and stresses the sealant at every joint. Sectional gutters have a joint every few feet. Seamless runs have joints only at the corners and outlets, which is the main reason they outlast patched sectional systems on Polk County homes.
Fascia damage you cannot see from the yard
Angi names clogged gutters as the main cause of fascia board damage. Water that backs up behind the gutter soaks the wood for years before anything shows from the ground. During a tear-off we press on every section of fascia and replace soft spots. If the trim needs more than a patch, our soffit and fascia work can wrap or replace it in the same project.
A new look for an older house
Replacement lets you change color and style, not just swap like for like. Our job photos show white, brown and black gutters, and black gutters with black window trim give a sharp, modern look. Houses with front porches and older trim details, like the ones in Sherman Hill, can take half-round or copper gutters. In a local historic district, check with the city before changing the gutter style.
Gutter Replacement, Up Close
Real photos from Flow Right jobs. See more of our work or read about our full gutter replacement service.
Des Moines Gutter Replacement Questions
Not seeing yours? Call or text (515) 901-3646 and ask Luke.
Luke, Jaxx & Larry
A family business, third generation. Luke runs every estimate himself and Jaxx works the jobs with him. Larry, the shop dog, mostly supervises.
How do I know my Des Moines gutters need replacing, not just repair?
Look for problems in more than one place: several dripping seams, sags along multiple runs, rust or peeling at the joints, and overflow even when the gutters are clean. One bad corner is a repair. A whole system failing is a replacement. Our signs you need new gutters guide has a full checklist.
Do you replace the fascia board when you replace gutters in Des Moines?
When it is rotted, yes, and we show you before we do it. New gutters need solid fascia to hold the hangers, so there is no point hanging them on soft wood. If the fascia is sound, we leave it alone. Either way, you know what you are paying for before the work starts.
What does gutter replacement cost in Des Moines?
It depends on how many feet of gutter come off and go back up, the number of downspouts, the gutter size, and how much fascia needs work. We do not publish prices because no two roofs are the same. Our gutter cost guide for Des Moines shows published ranges, and Luke gives you the real number for free.
Can I switch to half-round or copper gutters on a Sherman Hill house?
We install both, and they suit older houses with porches and detailed trim. Sherman Hill is a local historic district, and the neighborhood association says exterior changes there need a Certificate of Appropriateness from the city's Historic Preservation Commission. Check with the city first, and Luke can give you the product details they ask for.
Des Moines & Polk County
We cover Des Moines and the communities around it, including:
Seamless Gutters in Des Moines
Seamless 5 and 6 inch gutters formed on site, hung on hidden hangers, in any color.
See the Des Moines pageGutter Guards in Des Moines
Micro-mesh, LeafFX and Gutter Topper leaf protection fitted to the trees over your house.
See the Des Moines pageGutter Cleaning in Des Moines
Gutters and downspouts cleared by hand, flushed and checked by a crew that installs gutters.
See the Des Moines pageGutter Repair in Des Moines
Leaks, sagging runs, loose downspouts and storm damage fixed, with honest repair or replace advice.
See the Des Moines pageAll Services in Des Moines
Everything we do in Des Moines and Polk County.
Des Moines overviewPolk County
Gutters, siding and windows across Polk County.
County overviewGutter Replacement
Tear-off, fascia check and new seamless gutters sized for how your roof sheds water.
The full serviceNeed Gutter Replacement in Des Moines?
Call or text Luke, or send a few details. Estimates are free.