Whether to replace gutters with a new roof depends on three things: the condition of the gutters and fascia, how the new roof edge flashing will meet them, and the order the work is done. If the gutters are sound and properly sized, keep them. If they are tired, planning both jobs together avoids paying for the same labor twice.
Planning a reroof in Wise County? Call Cannon Roofing at (940) 627-1045, any time, or tell us about the house on our contact page. We look at the gutters during the same free inspection as the roof.
Why the question comes up during a reroof
Gutters hang on the fascia directly below the roof edge. During a tear-off, crews remove the old shingles, underlayment and edge metal, and install new drip edge or gutter apron under the new roofing. That edge metal has to lap into or over the back of the gutter. If the gutters are going to be replaced within a few years anyway, doing it now means the roof edge and gutter can be fitted to each other once, instead of disturbing a new roof edge later.
It does not mean every roof job needs new gutters. Many homes in Decatur and Bridgeport have gutters with plenty of life left, and a careful crew can work around them.
Signs you should replace gutters with a new roof
Walk the house and look for these:
- Sagging runs or gutters pulling away from the fascia.
- Leaking seams and corners on sectional gutters, with rust or streaks below.
- Overflow in normal rain, which may mean the gutters are undersized for the roof.
- Soft or rotten fascia behind the gutters.
- Dents and splits from hail, especially if the roof is being replaced because of the same storm.
- A color or profile that clashes with the new roof and trim.
Our article on gutter repair vs replacement covers the repair side if only a few sections are bad.
When keeping them is fine
Seamless aluminum gutters that drain properly, hang level, have no leaks and sit on solid fascia can usually stay. The crew may loosen or protect them during tear-off, but they do not need to come off the house.
Drip edge and apron integration
The new roof edge is where roof and gutter meet. Drip edge or gutter apron slides under the underlayment and shingles and should direct water into the gutter, not behind it. If the old gutter is mounted too low or too far forward, the new edge metal may not reach it, leaving a gap where water runs down the fascia.
What a good fit looks like
Water leaving the last row of shingles should run onto the edge metal and drop into the gutter trough. The back of the gutter should sit tight to the fascia, just under the edge metal.
When fit problems force the decision
If existing gutters would need to be rehung at a new height to meet the new edge metal, much of the labor of new gutters is already being spent. In that situation, replacing them often makes more sense than reusing old runs.
Sequencing so you do not pay twice for labor
The typical order is roof first, gutters second. The roof crew tears off, repairs decking, installs underlayment, edge metal and shingles. Then gutters are hung against the finished edge. Doing it in reverse risks new gutters getting dented by debris or ladders during tear-off.
Fascia repairs belong in the middle
If fascia boards are rotten, the gap between tear-off and new gutters is the ideal time to replace them. With the gutters off and the roof edge open, the boards and rafter tails can be fully inspected and repaired, then wrapped if you choose.
Insurance claims
If hail damaged both roof and gutters, both may be part of the same claim, depending on your policy. Ask that gutters be inspected and noted along with the roof, so everything is scoped at once rather than discovered after the roof is done.
One contractor, one plan
Cannon Roofing handles both sides of this project. Our roof replacement crews and our gutter, soffit and fascia service work from the same plan, so edge metal, fascia and gutters are fitted together. We have served North Texas from Decatur since 1994, every crew member holds the Technician Seal of Safety, and we stand behind our work with written warranties. Our overview of the roof replacement process explains what happens on each day.
Every home is different, so we do not publish prices. The estimate depends on roof size, gutter length, number of downspouts, fascia repairs and the materials you choose, and we itemize each part so you can decide. Call (940) 627-1045 to schedule the inspection.
Frequently asked questions
Do roofers remove gutters during a roof replacement?
Not always. Gutters in good shape can often stay in place. They may be loosened or removed if they block the edge metal or if fascia needs repair.
Can I replace the gutters a year after the roof?
You can, but the new gutters must be fitted to the existing edge metal, and there is some risk of disturbing the new roof edge. Doing both together is usually simpler.
Should new gutters match the new roof?
They do not have to match, but color should suit the trim and roof. Many homeowners pick gutter color to match the fascia rather than the shingles.
If you are weighing roof and gutter replacement together, call Cannon Roofing at (940) 627-1045, day or night. We will inspect the roof, gutters and fascia at the same visit and give you a free estimate that shows each part separately. You can also reach us through our contact page.