What gutters cost
in Ireland, 2026.
A plain guide to gutter prices — what the ranges are, where they come from, and what moves them.
Indicative 2026 prices, 3-bed semi.
| Service | Indicative price (2026) | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gutter Cleaning & Flush-Out (3-bed semi) | €120–€280 | 2–4 hours |
| Gutter Repair (leak / joint re-seal / bracket) | €150–€450 | Half day |
| uPVC Gutter Replacement (3-bed semi) | €950–€1,900 | 1–2 days |
| Seamless Aluminium Guttering (3-bed semi) | €1,900–€3,400 | 1–2 days |
| Cast Iron Gutter Restoration / Replacement | €2,500–€7,500 | 2–5 days |
| Full Roofline — Gutters, Fascia & Soffit (3-bed semi) | €2,800–€5,500 | 2–4 days |
| Gutter Guard / Leaf Filter Installation | €350–€900 | Half day–1 day |
| Downpipe Repair / Replacement (per pipe) | €120–€380 | 2–4 hours |
Indicative ranges published by Recommended Roofing for 2026, including access equipment, materials, debris removal and the 10-year guarantee on installation work. Your fixed quote is confirmed free after a survey. VAT at 13.5% applies to residential work.
Why two houses
get two prices.
- Material. uPVC is the most economical; seamless aluminium costs more and has no joints along the run; cast iron costs most and lasts longest.
- Length of run and number of downpipes. More gutter and more outlets mean more material and time.
- Height and access. A two-storey return or a tall elevation needs different access from a bungalow.
- What is behind the gutter. Rotten fascia or failed soffit has to be fixed first — a new gutter cannot be hung on failed timber. That is why a full roofline (gutters, fascia and soffit) is priced separately: €2,800–€5,500 for a 3-bed semi.
- Planning status. Protected structures and conservation areas may require like-for-like cast iron.
- Repair or replace. A leak or a loose bracket is a repair (from €150); a system at the end of its life is a replacement.
Cast iron versus uPVC.
For a typical Dublin two-storey terrace (about 22 metres of gutter, two downpipes and one hopper), our 2025 guide gave these supplied-and-fitted ranges. They are Dublin figures from 2025 and are shown here as a comparison, not as a 2026 price list.
| Item (indicative 2025, Dublin terrace) | uPVC | Cast iron ogee |
|---|---|---|
| Gutter, per metre | €25–€40 | €90–€160 |
| Downpipe, per metre | €20–€35 | €85–€140 |
| Hopper head | not used | €200–€450 |
| Typical full job | €1,400–€2,200 | €4,800–€7,500 |
Powder-coated cast aluminium sat between the two at roughly €55–€90 per metre supplied and fitted. On a Protected Structure it is usually not accepted; on an ordinary terrace inside a conservation area it can be a compromise — ask the conservation officer first. Full detail: Cast Iron vs uPVC Gutters on Dublin Period Homes.
Cost questions, answered.
How much does it cost to replace gutters in Ireland?
Our indicative 2026 range for a 3-bed semi is €950–€1,900 for uPVC, €1,900–€3,400 for seamless aluminium and €2,800–€5,500 for a full roofline with fascia and soffit. Cast iron restoration or replacement is €2,500–€7,500. These are guide ranges; your fixed quote follows a free survey.
How much does a gutter repair cost?
€150–€450 for a leak, joint re-seal or bracket repair (usually half a day) and €120–€380 per downpipe repaired or replaced, as an indicative 2026 range.
How much is gutter cleaning?
€120–€280 for a 3-bed semi, typically 2–4 hours, with every run flushed, downpipes rodded and a photo report.
Is VAT included?
No. VAT at 13.5% applies to residential work on top of these ranges.
Why is cast iron so much dearer than uPVC?
Material and labour: cast iron is heavy, needs closer brackets, primer and paint, and often hopper heads. In our Dublin period-homes guide the indicative 2025 rates were €25–€40 per metre for uPVC against €90–€160 per metre for cast iron ogee, supplied and fitted. It lasts far longer, which is why it can work out cheaper per year.
Can I get an exact price without a survey?
Not an honest one. Roof size, height, access, the state of the fascia behind the gutter and the material all change the number. The survey is free.
Looking for work on a hospital or large commercial building? Those are quoted per job — see our guide to healthcare gutter repair.
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for your house.
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