Gutter Calculator

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Calculate the materials needed for your gutter installation including linear feet of gutter, downspouts, hangers, end caps, and corners. Enter your roof measurements to get a complete materials list.

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Enter Your Measurements

Results

Gutter Sections (10 ft)

12

sections

Downspouts

4

downspouts

Downspout Length

56

ft

Hangers

60

hangers

Elbows

12

elbows

End Caps

6

end caps

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Formula

Gutter Sections = Length ÷ 10 | Downspouts = Length ÷ 35 | Hangers = Length ÷ 2

How to Use This Calculator

How to Use

  1. 1

    Measure the total linear feet of gutter needed around the roof eaves.

  2. 2

    Enter the number of stories for downspout length calculation.

  3. 3

    Enter the number of outside and inside corners.

  4. 4

    Enter the total roof area to help size the gutter system.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many downspouts do I need?

Install one downspout for every 30 to 40 linear feet of gutter. Each downspout can handle about 600 square feet of roof area for 5-inch gutters.

What size gutters do I need?

Standard 5-inch K-style gutters work for most homes. Homes with large or steep roofs, or in heavy rainfall areas, should use 6-inch gutters.
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About This Calculator

This calculator uses the formula: Gutter Sections = Length ÷ 10 | Downspouts = Length ÷ 35 | Hangers = Length ÷ 2. All calculations follow industry-standard methods. Results are estimates — always verify with a licensed professional for structural or code-compliant work.

Built and maintained by the CalcSmart team. Last updated March 2026.

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