Why does a two storey house cost more?

Working at height needs more equipment, more time and more care. Gutterflow lists $250 to $450 and ABC Gutter Cleaning lists $550 to $650 for two storeys (both read 20 Oct 2026). See SafeWork NSW on working at heights.

How often should gutters be cleaned in Sydney?

It depends on the trees around your home. Many people clean before storm season, and more often if they're near big trees.

Is downpipe flushing included?

Not always. Ask each operator whether downpipes are flushed and checked, not just the gutters cleared.

Are gutter guards worth it?

They can cut down how often you need cleaning, especially with lots of trees nearby. Get them quoted on your house to weigh the cost.

Should I clean gutters myself?

Falls from ladders and roofs are a real risk. Read SafeWork NSW's guidance on working at heights, and if you're not sure, get a professional.

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How much does gutter cleaning cost in Sydney? (2026 guide)

As a tradie still on the tools, I've learned from gutter jobs that the price is mostly about height and safety, not the leaves. A single storey house with easy access is a very different job from a two storey on a slope. This guide sets out the published Sydney prices, credits each one, and shows why the quotes you get can vary so much.

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Quick answer

Two Sydney operators publish prices, and they show how wide the spread is:

Gutterflow: $150 to $250 for a single storey home and $250 to $450 for a two storey home (Gutterflow Sydney gutter cleaning cost guide, read 20 Oct 2026).
ABC Gutter Cleaning: $450 to $550 for a single storey home and $550 to $650 for a double storey home (ABC Gutter Cleaning residential rates, read 20 Oct 2026).

Neither source says clearly whether its prices include GST, so ask. The difference between the two likely comes down to what's included, which is why comparing what's in each quote matters as much as the price.

Single storey, two storey, or townhouse

Single storey. Usually done from a ladder, so it's quicker and lower risk. It's the cheapest end of both price lists above.

Two storey. Both operators charge more for two storeys. Working at height takes more equipment and more care, and SafeWork NSW sets out what's needed to manage that risk. You can read their guidance on working at heights at SafeWork NSW.

Townhouses and strata. Shared roofs and gutters may be the owners corporation's responsibility, not yours. Check with your strata manager before booking. Access through shared areas can also affect price. Our sources don't publish separate townhouse prices.

What the quote should include

A clear gutter cleaning quote should tell you:

Which gutters. The whole house, or just the front? Include any garage or granny flat.
Downpipes. Are they flushed to make sure water flows, or just the gutters cleared?
Debris removal. Is the waste bagged and taken away, or left in your bin?
Roof valleys. Some quotes include clearing valleys where leaves collect, some don't.
Before and after photos. Many operators take them so you can see the work you can't easily check yourself.
Inspection notes. Rust, leaks, sagging sections or broken brackets they've spotted.

Extras: gutter guards, repairs and replacement

Gutter guards. Mesh that keeps leaves out. It can mean cleaning less often, especially if you've got big trees nearby. Our sources don't publish dated Sydney prices for guards, so get them quoted on your house.

Repairs. Resealing joints, fixing brackets, replacing short sections.

Replacement. If gutters are rusted through, cleaning won't fix them. See our guttering cost guide for more on replacement.

We haven't included prices for these extras because the briefed sources don't give them. Ask for each to be priced as its own line.

When to book

Sydney's storm season tends to run through the warmer months, and the Bureau of Meteorology publishes seasonal outlooks and warnings. Booking a clean before the heavy storms hit means water can drain away from your roof instead of overflowing into the eaves or walls. Gutter tradies also get busier once storms start, so booking early helps.

If you're near gum trees or other big trees, you'll probably need cleaning more often than a house with clear skies above it.

Why Sydney quotes can vary so much

The two published price lists above are a good example: for the same single storey home, one operator's range tops out below where the other's starts. That gap usually comes from what's included (downpipes, valleys, waste removal, photos), the equipment used, insurance, and how far they travel. Compare what each quote covers first, then compare the price.

How to compare gutter cleaning quotes

When your quotes arrive, check:

Storeys and access: have they priced the right height?
Downpipes: flushed or not?
Waste: removed or left behind?
Photos: before and after included?
GST: inclusive or exclusive?
Insurance: ask whether they hold public liability cover.
Safety: for two storeys, ask how they'll work safely at height.

What to put in your job post

To get accurate gutter quotes, include:

Storeys. Single, double, or split level, and any steep or sloping block.
Roof type. Tile, metal, or flat, if you know it.
Trees. Big trees nearby mean more debris.
Last cleaned. Roughly when, if you know.
Photos of the house from the street and the back, showing the roofline.
Extras. Downpipe flushing, gutter guards, or any leaks or rust you've noticed.
Access. Parking, side gates and anything blocking ladders.

A note on the numbers in this guide

Every price on this page comes from a business or website that published it, and we've credited each one and the date we read it. We haven't changed or averaged them. Prices change, and businesses update their own pages, so click through to check the latest before you rely on a figure. We've also left out any price we couldn't find a dated, credited source for, rather than guessing. If you're not sure whether a figure includes GST, ask the tradie before you accept a quote. The surest way to know what your job costs is to get real quotes on it.

FAQ

Published Sydney prices for a single storey home range from $150 to $250 (Gutterflow, read 20 Oct 2026) to $450 to $550 (ABC Gutter Cleaning, read 20 Oct 2026). Check what each price includes.

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Prices from other businesses are credited on this page. They are a guide only, not a quote. Last updated 20 October 2026.