Maine pricing

Gutter Replacement Cost Calculator — Maine

Price new gutters by linear footage, material and downspout count. Every figure below is already adjusted for Maine labor and material pricing.

Verified August 2026

Does gutter cost cost more in Maine?

+6% versus the national baseline

Towns under 4,000 residents are not required to enforce MUBEC, so whether your project needs a permit at all can depend on town population. Permit fees here run about -10% off the national average, and Owner-builder permits common

Estimated total cost

$2,188 – $3,109

Cost per linear foot
$14
Gutter runs
$1,717
Downspouts
$541
Removal and disposal
$229

Estimates only. Local pricing, site conditions and code requirements change the real number.

What changes the number in Maine

Local cost indexAbove the national baseline1.06x national
Permit fee index0.90x national
Code basisStatewide code appliesMaine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC) in towns over 4,000 residents
Owner-builder postureOwner-builder permits common
Largest marketsPortland, Lewiston, Bangor

The formula

Cost = linear feet x material rate x height multiplier + downspouts x unit cost + removal

Measure the roof edge, not the roof area. A rectangular home usually needs gutters along the two eave sides only, not the gable ends.

Frequently asked questions

How much do gutters cost per foot?

Seamless aluminum runs $8 to $14 per linear foot installed in 2026. Copper runs $28 to $45.

How many downspouts do I need?

One downspout per 30 to 40 feet of gutter run is the usual rule, with more added on long runs or steep roofs that shed high volume.

Sources

Sources & verification

Last verified August 2026. Cost figures are modeled estimates based on national baselines adjusted for local labor and material pricing — they are not quotes. Permit rules change; confirm with the building department before starting work.