Summer isn’t just for backyard barbecues and vacations—it’s also the smartest time to take care of home maintenance projects like installing new gutters. Waiting until fall (or the next big storm) can cost you more in both time and money. Here’s why savvy homeowners schedule new gutters in the summer months.

1. Beat the Fall Rush
Once the rainy season arrives in the Portland area, gutter companies book up fast. Emergency calls, repairs, and last-minute installs flood the schedule—often pushing out standard installations by weeks. Summer gives you a better chance to schedule work at your convenience.

2. Lock In Lower Pricing
Demand goes up in the fall, and so do prices. Many gutter companies increase rates in late September or October due to material shortages and peak labor demand. Scheduling your gutter install in summer helps you avoid seasonal markups.

3. Better Weather = Better Installs
Summer’s dry weather provides ideal working conditions for gutter installation. Installers can work safely and efficiently, and you’re less likely to run into delays caused by rain or storms.

4. Prepare for Fall Leaves and Winter Storms
If your current gutters are sagging, leaking, or pulling away from the roof, they won’t hold up against autumn leaves or winter rainstorms. New gutters installed in summer give your home maximum protection before the harsh weather hits.

5. Easier to Bundle with Other Home Improvements
Summer is also prime time for roof repairs, exterior painting, siding work, and landscaping. Installing new gutters now can be coordinated with other projects, saving you time and keeping your home in peak condition.

 Don’t wait until it’s too late—and too wet. Get ahead of the rush and take advantage of summer scheduling and pricing.