What it costs in the GTA
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Full home eavestrough replacement | $1,500–$4,000 |
| Seamless aluminum, per linear foot | $10–$18 |
| Downspout replacement, each | $100–$250 |
| Gutter guards, per linear foot | $8–$15 |
Before HST. Rotten fascia behind the eaves is a common extra. Ranges where published GTA and Ontario sources overlap, checked November 2026. Not a quote.
Rebates, permits & rules
- Downspouts should drain water at least 2 metres from your foundation, onto your own property.
- In Toronto, downspouts shouldn't be connected to the sewer. The City requires most homes to disconnect them.
- Signed the contract at your home? Ontario gives you 10 days to cancel most contracts signed there, for any reason.
What a complete quote includes
If any of these aren't on your quote, ask. Missing doesn't mean it's wrong, but it should be in writing.
- Linear feet of eavestrough
- Size: 5-inch or 6-inch
- Seamless or sectional
- Hanger type and spacing (hidden hangers, screwed)
- Number and length of downspouts, and where they drain
- Removal of old eavestroughs
- Fascia or soffit repair, priced per foot if needed
- Gutter guards, if included
- Warranty
Watch out for
- No downspout count or discharge plan
- Spikes and ferrules instead of hidden hangers
- 'Fascia repair as needed' with no price
- Sectional eaves priced like seamless
Repair or replace?
- Leaking corners and loose hangers are usually a repair.
- Sagging runs, rust or rotten fascia behind them: replace.
- Water pooling against the foundation? Fix the downspouts before paying for waterproofing.
- Replacing the roof soon? Do the eavestroughs at the same time.
5 questions to ask before you sign
- 5-inch or 6-inch, and why for my roof?
- How many downspouts, and where will each one drain?
- What hangers are you using, and how far apart?
- What do you charge per foot if the fascia is rotten?
- What does the warranty cover?
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Common questions
How much do new eavestroughs cost in Toronto?
A full home replacement typically runs about $1,500–$4,000. Seamless aluminum is about $10–$18 per linear foot installed.
5-inch or 6-inch eavestroughs?
5-inch suits most GTA homes. 6-inch handles more water from big or steep roofs.
How far should downspouts drain from the house?
At least 2 metres from the foundation, without sending water onto a neighbour's property.