What Does Eavestrough Replacement Typically Cost?
Eavestrough replacement costs in Ontario generally range from $800 to $3,000 for a typical residential home. The final price depends on your home’s size, the number of storeys, accessibility, and whether additional work like fascia repair or downpipe rerouting is needed.
Cost Breakdown
| Factor | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Standard bungalow (100-150 linear feet) | $800 - $1,500 |
| Two-storey home (150-200 linear feet) | $1,500 - $2,500 |
| Larger or complex rooflines | $2,500 - $3,500+ |
| Downpipe replacement (per unit) | $75 - $150 |
| Fascia repair (if needed) | $300 - $800 |
These are estimates. Every home is different, and the only way to get an accurate number is with an on-site assessment.
What Affects the Price?
Home Size and Roofline Complexity
A simple rectangular bungalow needs far less material and labour than a multi-level home with dormers, valleys, and multiple corners. Each corner and transition point adds time and material.
Number of Storeys
Second-storey work requires more setup time and safety equipment. If your eavestroughs are on a two or three-storey section, expect the price to reflect that.
Condition of the Fascia
Your eavestroughs are mounted to your fascia boards. If those boards are rotting or damaged, they’ll need repair or replacement before new eavestroughs can be installed. This is common in older GTA homes and adds to the total cost, but ignoring it means your new eavestroughs won’t sit properly.
Material and Profile
Most residential eavestroughs in Ontario are 5-inch aluminum in a K-style profile. Some homes, especially those with larger roof areas or steep pitches, benefit from 6-inch eavestroughs, which handle more water volume. Larger profiles cost more per linear foot.
Seamless vs. Sectional
Seamless eavestroughs are fabricated on site in continuous runs, which means fewer joints and fewer places for leaks to develop. They cost more upfront than sectional alternatives, but the long-term performance is better.
When to Repair vs. Replace
Not every eavestrough issue calls for a full replacement. Here’s a general guide:
Repair makes sense when:
- The damage is limited to one section
- There’s a single leak at a joint or end cap
- The eavestroughs are less than 15 years old
- The overall system is still in good shape
Replacement makes sense when:
- Multiple sections are leaking, sagging, or pulling away
- There’s visible corrosion or rust across the system
- The eavestroughs are more than 20 years old
- You’re also replacing fascia or soffit
A good contractor will tell you honestly which option makes more sense for your situation. If a repair will solve the problem, that’s what we’ll recommend.
How to Get a Fair Quote
- Get at least two quotes from contractors who will visit your property in person.
- Ask what’s included. Removal of old materials, disposal, downpipes, and clean-up should all be part of the price.
- Check credentials. Make sure the contractor is licensed, carries WSIB insurance, and has Working at Heights certification.
- Avoid quotes given over the phone. No one can give you an accurate price without seeing your home.
- Be cautious of prices that seem too low. It usually means cheaper materials, skipped steps, or subcontracted labour.
