Snow and ice damage repair
Fixing gutters that winter has bent, loosened or split.
Snow and ice damage repair fixes gutters that winter has hurt: sections bent or crushed by ice and sliding snow, hangers pulled loose, seams split by freeze-thaw and downspouts that froze and burst. For Wausau-area homeowners, getting these fixed before the spring melt keeps that water off the foundation.
Common repairs
- Re-hanging runs that tipped or pulled away
- Replacing bent or crushed sections
- Resealing corners and seams opened by freeze-thaw
- Replacing split downspouts and elbows
- Repairing fascia damaged by water behind the gutter
- Upgrading to stronger hangers at closer spacing
Signs of winter damage
- A gutter sagging or angled away from the house
- Dents and kinks along the front of the gutter
- Downspouts with a split seam or bulge
- Drips at corners that weren't there in the fall
- Peeling paint or soft wood on the fascia
Why it happens here
With about 64 inches of snow in a normal Wausau winter, according to the Wisconsin State Climatology Office, gutters carry ice and snow for months. Ice that forms when meltwater refreezes at the eave adds weight right where the hangers are. Snow sliding off a steep or metal roof can catch the gutter edge. Water trapped in a downspout freezes, expands and splits it.
What affects the cost?
- How many sections and hangers need work
- Whether fascia boards need replacing
- Matching gutter color and profile
- Height and roof access, especially with snow still on the roof
We don't quote prices. The company you're connected with sets its own price.
Repair or replace?
If the damage is limited to a section or two, repair it. If the same gutters get damaged every winter, it may be time for heavy-duty seamless gutters, and a look at the ice dam side of the problem.
Communities we cover
Common questions
Should I fix gutters before winter or after?
Before, if you can. A loose gutter in fall is likely to come down under ice. After winter, fix anything that bent or split before the spring melt.
Can I knock ice out of my gutters?
It's risky for you and for the gutters. Hammering at ice can dent or tear the gutter and loosen hangers. Call for help instead.
Does homeowners insurance cover ice damage to gutters?
It depends on your policy. Ask your insurer, and ask the installer for a written description of the damage.
Related services
- Gutter guards and covers
- Ice dam and icicle control
- Heavy-duty seamless gutters
- Downspouts and meltwater drainage
More background: Marathon County gutter guard guide.
Icicles, overflow or a gutter full of seeds?
Call and get connected with a local installer who works on Wausau-area roofs.