Gutter cleaning in the UK typically costs £80 – £180 for a domestic property and £3 – £8 per linear metre for commercial buildings in 2026. But quoted prices swing wildly. Here's exactly what drives the cost and how to spot an inflated quote.
Domestic gutter cleaning prices UK 2026
| Property type | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Terraced house | £60 – £90 | Front + rear |
| Semi-detached | £80 – £120 | Standard 2-storey |
| Detached | £100 – £180 | Includes conservatory add-on |
| Large detached / 3-storey | £150 – £280 | May need MEWP |
| Bungalow | £50 – £80 | Single storey access |
Prices in London and the Home Counties trend 15–25% higher than the national average.
Commercial gutter cleaning prices UK 2026
| Property | Typical rate | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Small office / retail unit | £120 – £300 | Gutter vac from ground |
| Warehouse / industrial unit | £3 – £6 per linear metre | Gutter vac / MEWP |
| Multi-storey office | £5 – £8 per linear metre | MEWP or abseil |
| Retail park / large site | £500 – £2,500+ | Contract pricing |
| Annual maintenance contract | 10–20% discount | Bundled visits |
What should be included in your quote
- Full clearance of gutter runs, hoppers and downpipes.
- Camera-verified inspection with before/after photos of every run.
- Removal and disposal of all debris (not just pushed out onto the ground).
- Written report noting any damage found — cracked seals, sagging brackets, blockages.
- £10m public liability insurance and RAMS on request.
- No 'while we're up there' upsells that weren't in the original quote.
Hidden costs to watch for
- Call-out fees on top of the labour rate (should be zero for local contractors).
- Access equipment surcharges not stated upfront (MEWP hire, scaffold tower).
- Extra charge for downpipe unblocking (should be included as standard).
- Waste removal fees where debris is left in your bins.
- Congestion Charge / ULEZ passed on for outer-borough contractors driving into London.