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Gutters and gutter guards in Illinois

Downstate and northern Illinois have many older homes with gutters that have been patched for years. Freeze-thaw cycles, snow and ice open seams and loosen hangers, so seamless replacement is a common project.

Spring storms bring heavy rain and occasional hail, and many homes have basements. Properly sized downspouts and extensions keep water away from foundations.

Around Peoria, Champaign and Springfield, many homeowners also route downspouts away from the foundation with extensions or underground lines to keep basements dry during spring storms.

Key facts: gutters in Illinois

Typical cost: HomeGuide puts seamless aluminum gutters at about $6 to $12 per linear foot installed nationally; local prices vary.
Do gutter installers need a license in Illinois? There is no statewide license, but the Home Repair and Remodeling Act requires a written contract and a consumer rights pamphlet for jobs over $1,000. Some cities have their own rules.
How much snow does Chicago get? About 36.7 inches a year on average at O’Hare under the 1991–2020 normals, according to the Illinois State Climatologist.
Common choice: seamless aluminum K-style gutters in 5- or 6-inch sizes; 6-inch with 3x4-inch downspouts for large roofs and heavy rain.
How to get connected: call the number on this page and you are connected with an independent local installer who serves your ZIP code. The call is free and there is no obligation.

Updated November 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.

Snow, storms and flat ground

Chicago O’Hare averages about 36.9 inches of precipitation and 36.7 inches of snow a year under the 1991–2020 normals, according to the Illinois State Climatologist. Central and southern Illinois get more rain and less snow, with more severe thunderstorms and occasional ice storms. Across the state, the land is mostly flat and soils are heavy, so water does not drain away quickly once it reaches the ground. That makes the path of roof water around the house especially important.

For gutters, that means snow load and ice dams in the north, intense summer downpours everywhere, and downspouts that have to carry water well away from foundations. See snow load and gutters and downspout size and placement.

Basements and flat lots

Most Illinois homes have basements, and the Chicago area’s clay soils and flat lots make wet basements common. Roof water dumped at the foundation soaks the soil against basement walls in every storm. Downspout extensions several feet long, onto ground that slopes away, are the first fix; on very flat lots, buried lines to a low spot, a rain garden or the street (where allowed) keep the water moving. See wet basement? check your gutters first and underground downspout drainage.

Combined sewers and downspout disconnection

Chicago and many older suburbs are served by combined sewers, where roof water and sewage share pipes. In heavy rain they back up into basements and overflow into rivers. The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago notes that roofs make up about 41 percent of the impervious surface in Cook County, and it has distributed rain barrels to residents who disconnect downspouts. The City of Chicago has published guidance on disconnecting downspouts safely, so water flows onto lawns and gardens rather than into the sewer or against foundations. See disconnecting downspouts.

Ice dams and older homes

Chicago bungalows, two-flats and Victorians, and older homes in Springfield, Peoria and Rockford, often have steep roofs, finished attics and limited insulation. Ice dams form at the eaves and pull gutters loose. Hidden hangers about every 2 feet into rafter tails, heavier-gauge gutters and attic air sealing help. See ice dams and gutters.

Storms, hail and wind

Illinois sits on the eastern edge of the Plains storm belt. Severe thunderstorms bring hail and straight-line winds most springs and summers, and derechos occasionally sweep across the state. Strapped downspouts, guards that fasten down and trimmed limbs reduce storm damage. See gutters and high winds and hail-damaged gutters.

Trees and leaves

Maples, oaks, elms and honeylocusts line older streets in Chicago and its suburbs, and river towns downstate are heavily wooded. Leaves fill gutters in late fall, right before freezing weather, and maple seeds clog them in spring. Guards that shed snow and fasten down reduce clogs. See are gutter guards worth it?

Illinois areas we cover

Chicago and suburbs: basements, combined sewers, MWRD rain barrels, Angi cost data.
Metro East is covered on our St. Louis page.

Independent installers also take calls from other parts of Illinois; enter your ZIP code to check coverage.

Contracts, permits and costs

Illinois does not license home improvement contractors statewide, but the Home Repair and Remodeling Act requires a written contract and the state’s “Home Repair: Know Your Consumer Rights” pamphlet for home repair contracts over $1,000. Chicago’s Department of Buildings publishes a list of work that does not need a permit, and suburbs set their own rules. Angi reports Chicago gutter projects averaging about $1,600, with most between about $851 and $2,424; HomeGuide puts seamless aluminum at about $6 to $12 per foot nationally. See our cost guide.

Choosing gutters and guards in Illinois

In northern Illinois, prioritize hidden hangers at close spacing, heavier gauge and snow-friendly guards. Statewide, size gutters and downspouts for intense summer storms, carry water well away from basements, and check old buried downspout lines before connecting new gutters. On older Chicago homes, ask about lead-safe practices when painted fascia and trim will be disturbed. See gutter hangers explained.

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Seamless Gutter Installation

New seamless gutters formed on site to fit your home.

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Gutter Guards

Micro-mesh, screens, reverse-curve covers, brush and foam gutter guards compared: how they work, what they cost per foot and which one fits your trees and roof.

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Gutter Replacement

Sagging, leaking or rusted gutters? When to replace instead of patching, what replacement costs, and why it pays to add gutter guards and larger downspouts at the same time.

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Downspouts & Drainage

Oversized downspouts, extensions and underground downspout drains that carry roof water away from your foundation.

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Copper & Half-Round Gutters

Premium copper, zinc and half-round gutters for historic homes and high-end remodels.

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6-Inch & Oversized Gutters

Overflowing gutters in heavy rain? 6-inch and 7-inch commercial-size gutters with 3x4 or 4x5 downspouts carry far more water.

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FAQ

Questions from Illinois homeowners

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How much do new gutters cost in Illinois?

Seamless aluminum gutters on a typical home usually run about $1,000 to $3,000 installed, depending on linear footage, number of stories, downspouts and removal of the old system. The installer you are connected with gives you an exact price.

Do gutter installers need a license in Illinois?

There is no statewide license, but the Home Repair and Remodeling Act requires a written contract and a consumer rights pamphlet for jobs over $1,000. Some cities have their own rules.

Should I disconnect my downspouts in Chicago?

Many Chicago-area homes benefit from disconnecting downspouts from the sewer onto lawns or gardens, which reduces basement backups. Follow city guidance and keep water away from foundations.

How much do gutters cost in Illinois?

Angi reports Chicago projects averaging about $1,600; HomeGuide puts seamless aluminum at about $6 to $12 per foot nationally.

How much snow does Chicago get?

About 36.7 inches a year on average at O’Hare under the 1991–2020 normals, according to the Illinois State Climatologist.

Why does my Illinois basement leak after storms?

Flat lots and clay soils hold water at the foundation. Extend downspouts several feet, check grading and test old buried lines.

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