Gutter Cleaning Cost in Madison, WI
Reviewed by Vance Ferry·Founder & Owner, TotalGuard Yard CareLast updated: Madison-area lawn care professional since 2023. Pricing reflects real Dane County jobs completed in 2025–2026.
Pricing by home type -- including flush, repair, and what to expect.
Gutter Cleaning in Madison, WI costs $200–$300 per cleaning for the typical Dane County property. Price varies with lot size, terrain, frequency, and condition: the single biggest factor is usually property size. Below: real 2026 ranges by tier, what should be included, and how to spot a lowball quote.
Gutter Cleaning Pricing in Madison
| Home Type | Basic Clean | Clean + Flush | Clean + Flush + Minor Repair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-story (up to 150 ft) | From $200 | From $200 | Quoted after inspection |
| Two-story (up to 200 ft) | $250 | $250 | Quoted after inspection |
| Large/complex (200+ ft) | $300 | $300 | Quoted after inspection |
| Townhome/condo | From $200 | From $200 | Quoted after inspection |
Single-story (up to 150 ft)
Two-story (up to 200 ft)
Large/complex (200+ ft)
Townhome/condo
Factors That Affect Your Price
Stories
+40-60%Single-story = base. Two-story requires ladders and more time.
Gutter linear footage
+$25-40/50ft150 ft = base. Every additional 50 ft adds cost.
Tree coverage
+15-25%Few trees = base. Heavy oak/maple canopy means more debris.
Debris type
+10-25%Leaves only = base. Pine needles (compacted) or shingle grit + moss add difficulty.
Downspout condition
+$10-15/eachClear = base. Clogged requiring flushing adds per-downspout cost.
Gutter guards
+20-30%Homes with guards that need removal/replacement during cleaning add labor.
What Should Be Included (Don't Accept Less)
All gutters cleaned -- front, back, sides, garage
Downspouts checked and flushed
Debris bagged and removed (not dumped in your yard)
Ground-level cleanup of any spilled debris
Visual inspection for damage, loose hangers, or separation
If they only clean the front gutters (the ones you can see) -- check the back
Some crews skip hard-to-reach sections.
If they leave debris piles below gutters -- that's a half-done job
Cleanup should be included in every service.
If they don't check downspouts -- you'll have the same overflow issue in the next rain
Clogged downspouts defeat the purpose of clean gutters.
How TotalGuard Compares
Our gutter cleaning for a standard two-story Madison home is $250, including all gutters, downspout flushing, debris removal, and a basic condition report. We photograph any damage we find so you can make informed repair decisions. No debris left on your property.
Why Madison Is Different
Madison's heavy fall foliage -- especially from the city's abundant oak and maple trees -- means gutters can fill in 2-3 weeks during October-November. Wisconsin's freeze-thaw cycles turn clogged gutters into ice dams, which cause roof damage and interior leaks. Most Madison homes need gutter cleaning twice per year: once after leaf fall (November) and once after spring pollen/seed season (May-June). Properties near the UW Arboretum or along tree-lined streets like Monroe or Regent may need a third cleaning.
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