- Place
- The Hill, St. Louis · City of St. Louis
- ZIP codes
- 63110
- Who does it
- An independent contractor. This site only passes on your request.
- Ask for
- A written, itemized estimate after a measurement at the house
New gutters in The Hill have to suit the house and its ground as well as about 85 freezing nights a year. Get the layout right and water reaches a downspout, then somewhere harmless. This site is a referral service: we pass your request to an independent contractor who measures and quotes.
The houses in The Hill
Compact houses on closely set lots, mostly brick, with small porches and short eaves. The job here is usually simple in size and tight in access, with tall hedges, garden walls and neighbors close by.
Who to ask about permits
City guidance says gutter and downspout replacement usually needs no permit outside a City Historic District. If you're unsure whether your address is in one, ask the City of St. Louis Cultural Resources Office, (314) 657-3865.
Ground and where the water goes
As the name says, the neighborhood sits on higher ground, which helps surface water drain away. Small yards mean a downspout's end is rarely far from a neighbor's fence, so aim it thoughtfully.
What to look at first in The Hill
- Check that downspouts don't aim at a neighbor's wall, since lots here are close together.
- Look at short eaves, where a shallow overhang lets overflow reach the brick directly.
- Check porch-roof gutters for loose fixings and clogged outlets.
- Look for staining on brick below corners, which can mean a failed joint.
What to ask the contractor
- Will you measure at the house and put it in writing?Ask for footage, gutter size, metal thickness, color, hanger type and spacing, downspout count and size, removal, and any trim repair as separate lines. Ask if the estimate is free.
- How will you fix to my brick or trim?Get the method in plain words, including what happens to soft brick and rotten fascia.
- Where will each downspout discharge?Walk it together. Ask what happens to any old pipe going into the ground.
- Who checks permit and historic rules?Ask who checks and who applies, before you sign.
For prices, read how gutter quotes work in St. Louis. For the full picture, see the main gutter installation page and everything about gutters in The Hill.
Around The Hill
Places people know here include St. Ambrose Church, Marconi Avenue, Elizabeth Avenue, Sublette Park, Southwest Avenue.
Map of The Hill
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Installation in The Hill: questions
Who installs gutters in The Hill?
Independent local contractors. We pass your request on, and a contractor who can take the job contacts you directly. We don't install anything ourselves, and contractors may pay us a referral fee.
How do I get a price for new gutters in The Hill?
Ask for a measurement at the house and a written, itemized quote. Published averages can't see your walls, corners or trim. This guide explains what each line on a quote should say.
What size gutter suits a house in The Hill?
It depends on roof area and pitch, not on the neighborhood. Many smaller roofs manage with 5-inch K-style, and large or steep sections often need 6-inch with bigger downspouts. Ask the contractor to explain the choice for your roof.