Leaking gutter repair
Dripping joints, corners and stop ends resealed or re-made so water goes down the downpipe, not the wall.
Fix a leaking gutter
All Sydney suburbs
Gutter Repair Sydney
Leaking, overflowing, rusted or sagging gutters repaired by licensed local roof plumbers. Tell us what is happening and get a fixed price before any work starts.
- Free, fixed-price quotes with no call-out surprises
- Repairs, replacements, downpipes and gutter guard
- Houses, terraces, strata and commercial buildings
- 220 suburbs covered across Sydney
Gutter repairs Sydney
Whatever is wrong with your gutters, there is a fix
Most gutter problems come down to a handful of faults. Pick the one that sounds like yours, or send the form and describe it in your own words.
Gutter replacement
Old, rusted or undersized gutters removed and replaced in Colorbond or Zincalume, matched to your roof.
Replace your guttersDownpipe repair & replacement
Blocked, split, rusted or disconnected downpipes cleared, repaired or replaced and reconnected to stormwater.
Fix or replace downpipesGutter guard installation
Metal mesh gutter guard fitted to tile and metal roofs to keep leaves, embers and pests out of your gutters.
Install gutter guardGutter cleaning
Gutters, valleys and downpipes cleared by hand and vacuum, with a photo report on anything that needs repair.
Book a gutter cleanBox gutter repair
Leaking box gutters on terraces, parapet roofs and commercial buildings repaired, relined or rebuilt.
Repair a box gutterFascia & eaves repair
Rotten timber fascias and water-damaged eaves repaired or replaced so new gutters have something solid to fix to.
Repair fascia and eavesColorbond gutters
Colorbond steel gutters, downpipes and fascia in the full colour range, including marine-grade Ultra for coastal homes.
Colorbond gutter optionsRusted gutter repair
Rust holes and corroded sections treated, patched or cut out and replaced before they spread along the run.
Fix rusted guttersEmergency & storm damage
Gutters torn off, overflowing into the house or damaged by hail and wind made safe quickly, then properly repaired.
Urgent gutter repairsStrata & commercial
Gutter repairs, cleaning programs and replacements for unit blocks, townhouse complexes, warehouses and shops.
Strata and commercial guttersNot sure what you need?
Describe what you can see, such as where the water is going and when it happens. That is enough to work out the likely cause.
Ask for advice How it works
From first message to finished gutter
No sales visit and no vague hourly rates. You know the price before anyone climbs a ladder.
Send the details
Use the quote form. A sentence about the problem and your suburb is enough to start.
Get a fixed price
Simple jobs are quoted from your description and photos. Larger ones get a free on-site measure.
Work is booked in
Pick a day that suits. Urgent leaks are made safe first, then repaired properly.
Checked and cleaned up
Gutters are water tested, old materials are taken away and you get photos of the finished job.
Repair or replace
Should you repair your gutters or replace them?
A good repairer will not sell you new gutters when a repair will do. As a rule of thumb:
- Repair when the gutter is sound and the fault is in one place: a dripping joint or corner, a loose bracket, one dented or rusted section, a blocked downpipe.
- Replace the run when rust shows in several spots, the gutter has been patched more than once, or it holds water because it has lost its fall along its length.
- Replace the lot when gutters are 20 years old or more and failing in different places, are too small for the roof, or you are re-roofing or renovating.
Where both are viable you get a price for each, with photos, so the decision is yours. More detail in the repair or replace guide.
Price guide
What gutter repairs cost in Sydney
Few gutter companies publish prices. These guide ranges, in Australian dollars including GST, show what Sydney homeowners typically pay.
| Job | Basis | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Reseal a leaking joint, corner or stop end | Per repair | $150 – $350 |
| Refix or realign a sagging gutter (new brackets, corrected fall) | Per run | $200 – $500 |
| Replace a damaged or rusted section (up to about 6 m) | Per section | $350 – $800 |
| Full gutter replacement, Colorbond or Zincalume | Supplied and installed | $45 – $70 per metre |
| Typical single-storey house, all gutters | Whole house | $2,000 – $4,000 |
| Typical two-storey house, all gutters (includes height access) | Whole house | $3,500 – $6,500 |
| Downpipe replacement | Supplied and installed | $150 – $350 each |
| Gutter guard, metal mesh | Supplied and installed | $25 – $55 per metre |
| Gutter and downpipe clean, single storey | Per house | $150 – $350 |
Indicative ranges drawn from published NSW cost guides. Your price depends on gutter length and profile, building height, access and the condition of the fascia. See the full gutter repair cost guide.
Done properly
What a proper gutter repair includes
The difference between a repair that lasts and one that fails by next winter is mostly preparation.
- The cause is found first. A drip at a joint may really be a blocked downpipe or a gutter with no fall.
- Joints are re-made. Old sealant is stripped, metal is cleaned, the joint is riveted and sealed with roof-grade silicone.
- Fall is checked. Eaves gutters need a fall of at least 1:500 toward the outlet so they drain fully.
- Materials are compatible. Matching steel, fixings and sealant, so the repair does not start corrosion of its own.
- It is water tested. Every repair is run with water before the ladder comes down, and you get photos.
In NSW, gutter and downpipe work is roof plumbing. Jobs worth more than $5,000 including GST must be done by a licensed contractor under a written contract, and you can check any licence at verify.licence.nsw.gov.au.
Sydney homes
Gutters for every kind of Sydney roof
Sydney's housing runs from 1880s terraces to last year's estates, and each era has its own gutter profile and its own typical problems.
Terraces and semis
Box gutters behind parapets and shared party walls. Leaks show up inside, not outside. See box gutter repair.
Federation and inter-war
Ogee and quad gutters on timber fascia, often in heritage conservation areas where profiles should be matched.
Post-war brick and fibro
Original galvanised gutters now past their life, with rust and rotten fascia boards behind them.
Modern and project homes
Colorbond fascia gutters that overflow at corners when downpipes are undersized.
Service area
Gutter repairs across all of Sydney
From the Northern Beaches to the Sutherland Shire, and from the Eastern Suburbs out to Penrith and Campbelltown.
Eastern Suburbs
Bellevue Hill, Bondi, Bondi Beach, Bondi Junction, Bronte and more
Lower North Shore
Artarmon, Cammeray, Chatswood, Cremorne, Crows Nest and more
Northern Beaches
Allambie Heights, Avalon Beach, Balgowlah, Belrose, Brookvale and more
Ryde & Northern District
Carlingford, Eastwood, Epping, Gladesville, Hunters Hill and more
Hills District
Baulkham Hills, Bella Vista, Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, Dural and more
Western Sydney
Auburn, Blacktown, Emu Plains, Glenmore Park, Glenwood and more
South West Sydney
Bossley Park, Cabramatta, Camden, Campbelltown, Casula and more
Canterbury-Bankstown
Bankstown, Bass Hill, Belmore, Campsie, Canterbury and more
St George
Arncliffe, Beverly Hills, Bexley, Blakehurst, Brighton-Le-Sands and more
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Landlords, strata and business
Not just houses
Gutters and downpipes on unit blocks are usually common property, so repairs go through the owners corporation. Quotes come with a written scope and photos that a strata manager or committee can approve without a site meeting.
For rental properties, we can deal with your property manager and arrange access with the tenant. For warehouses, shops and factories, see strata and commercial gutter repairs.
After a storm
If wind or hail has damaged your gutters, mark the form as urgent. A make-safe visit stops the water first, and a written damage report with photos is provided for your insurer. See emergency gutter repair.
Questions
Gutter repair FAQ
How much does gutter repair cost in Sydney?
Most small repair visits are quoted at around $150 – $350 for one or two fixes such as a leaking joint or loose brackets. Replacing a damaged section is typically $350 – $800. Height, access and the condition of the gutter all move the price, which is why every job is quoted individually as a fixed price.
How much does gutter replacement cost in Sydney?
Published NSW guides put Colorbond gutter at about $45 – $70 per metre installed. A full replacement on a single-storey home is commonly $2,000 – $4,000, and $3,500 – $6,500 for a two-storey home. Downpipes, fascia repairs and scaffolding are usually itemised separately.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace gutters?
Repair is cheaper when the problem is isolated: a leaking joint, a few loose brackets or one rusted section. Once rust has spread along most of a run, or the same gutter keeps needing repairs, replacement usually gives better value over a few years.
Can a leaking gutter be repaired without replacing the whole thing?
Yes, in most cases. A leaking joint or corner can be cleaned, re-riveted and resealed, and a damaged section can be cut out and replaced. Replacement is only needed when corrosion is widespread.
Why is my gutter overflowing if it is not blocked?
The gutter may be undersized for the roof area, have too few downpipes, or have lost its fall. Under the National Construction Code housing provisions, eaves gutters need a fall of at least 1:500 and each downpipe may serve no more than 12 metres of gutter.
Do gutter repairers need a licence in NSW?
Where the work is worth more than $5,000 in labour and materials including GST, the contractor must hold a licence covering roof plumbing, and a written contract is required. You can check any licence free at verify.licence.nsw.gov.au.
Is gutter repair covered by home insurance?
Sudden damage from a storm, fallen tree or impact is generally covered. Rust, age, wear and tear, and damage caused by lack of maintenance such as blocked gutters are generally excluded. Check your Product Disclosure Statement and keep cleaning and repair records.
Who does the work when I request a quote here?
Gutter Repair Sydney is a quote service. Your request is passed to a licensed, insured gutter and roof plumbing contractor who services your suburb, and they quote and carry out the work.