The Ranking
Our top 5 gutter companies in Tampa
Tampa does not have ice dams or snow load to worry about, but its rain is hard on a gutter system. Summer thunderstorms can drop a lot of water in a short time, hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, and wind-driven rain pushes water behind undersized or poorly pitched gutters. Live oaks, pine trees and palms drop leaves, needles and seed pods into gutters year-round, which is why leaf guards and fine mesh come up in so many local quotes. Homes with pool cages often need wider troughs, and one company on this list builds them.
Most gutters in the area are seamless aluminum, formed on site in 6 or 7 inch K-style profiles, in .027 or .032 gauge. Half-round and copper are available from some of these companies for historic or higher-end homes. Whatever you choose, the downspouts matter as much as the gutter. Ask where the water will go, how far from the foundation it will be carried, and whether the slope has been set so water does not stand in the run.
Before you hire anyone, check the license. In Florida, gutter work is usually done under a roofing or general contractor license, and the state license lookup at myfloridalicense.com is free. Of the five companies here, only Westfall Roofing publishes a license number on its website, CCC056392, so for the others ask for the number and look it up yourself. Also ask for a certificate of insurance, a written quote that states gutter size, gauge, color and downspout count, and the warranty in writing. If your project touches the roof edge, ask whether the City of Tampa or Hillsborough County requires a permit for that scope, since gutter-only replacement and roof work can be treated differently.