Provisional defaults
- Average job180 linear feet
- Installed price$12/foot
- Jobs per month6
- Startup investment$26,000
Exterior installation business
Rain Gutter Installation Business Profit Calculator
Estimate linear-foot revenue, downspouts and guards, material costs, crew labor, monthly profit, break-even jobs, and machine payback.
How this calculator works
Revenue per job = linear feet × installed price per foot + add-on revenue.
Direct cost = gutter materials + add-on materials + crew labor + travel and supplies.
Monthly profit = job contribution × jobs − monthly overhead.
Truth-check
Two-story work, steep access, corners, fascia repair, material color, rain chains, guard type, disposal, callbacks, and weather can change the estimate.
FAQ
How is revenue calculated?
Average footage times installed price, plus downspout and guard add-ons.
Should machine payments be included?
Yes. Put financing and other recurring expenses into monthly overhead.
Does this replace a job estimate?
No. Measure and scope each property before quoting.
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Last reviewed: July 2026. Defaults are provisional; confirm supplier, labor, insurance, permit, and equipment costs.