Full disclaimer
Every data point in this article comes from publicly available sources and reflects what we found at the time of writing. Ratings, accreditation status, licensing, and the quality of any contractor’s work can shift over time. Before you sign anything, ask for proof of licensure and current insurance, get at least two written estimates, and make sure any warranty or workmanship guarantee is spelled out on paper.
Valley Roofing & Exteriors is on this list alongside companies we compete with for the same jobs. We are fine with that. We want you to work with the company best suited for you.
How did we evaluate Staunton gutter contractors?
Staunton sits in a geographic position that is genuinely tough on gutters. Tucked between the Blue Ridge to the east and the Alleghenies to the west, the city collects rainfall from both mountain systems and sees enough winter precipitation to add real freeze-thaw stress to any gutter installation.
Add in Staunton’s mature tree canopy, particularly in older neighborhoods and around the historic district, and you have a recipe for gutters that fill up fast and fail hard when they are undersized or poorly installed.
The older housing stock here compounds everything. Many homes in and around downtown Staunton have narrow eaves, aged fascia boards, and architectural details that make sloppy installation immediately visible and quickly damaging. Foundation issues and basement moisture problems in this part of Virginia often trace directly back to gutters that were never right to begin with.
Every company on this list was measured against the same six criteria:
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- Years in business
- License and Insurance
- Better Business Bureau (BBB) Rating and Accreditation
- Google Rating
- Warranties and workmanship guarantees
- Established business location and marked vehicles
What does Better Business Bureau (BBB) Accreditation mean?
When a contractor carries Better Business Bureau (BBB) accreditation, it means they have applied, been vetted, and agreed to operate by a defined set of standards, things like honest advertising, transparent business practices, and responding to customer complaints in good faith. The BBB also requires ongoing compliance to keep that accreditation active, so it is not a one-time badge.
Worth knowing: accreditation costs money. Businesses pay annual dues to maintain it, which means some well-run contractors opt out simply because they have not prioritized it, or have never been asked about it by a customer. A missing BBB listing does not automatically mean a contractor is untrustworthy. But when you see an A+ rating with a long accreditation history, that is a meaningful signal that the business has made a deliberate commitment to accountability.
What is the difference between Warranties and Workmanship Guarantees?
Seamless gutters are almost always fabricated on-site, which means there is typically no separate manufacturer involved and no manufacturer’s product warranty to speak of. The contractor runs a coil of aluminum stock through a portable machine on your driveway and forms the gutter to fit your home. Since there is no manufacturer warranty, the only assurance that matters in that scenario is the one the contractor stands behind personally, the workmanship guarantee.
A workmanship guarantee is a contractor’s written promise to fix problems that result from their installation, things like improper pitch, inadequate hanger spacing, or sealant failures at the joints. Ask every contractor you talk to exactly what they cover, for how long, and what voids the guarantee. If they cannot answer that clearly in writing, keep looking.
Need new gutters? Considering gutter guards?” />Who are the best gutter companies in Staunton, VA?
Here is how the leading contractors in the area stack up across our evaluation criteria.
LeafFilter Gutter Protection –Headquartered in Hudson, OH, LeafFilter North, LLC has over 140 locations throughout the US and Canada. This article reflects the combined customer reviews and complaint activity for all LeafFilter Gutter Protection locations in the US and Canada.
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- Years in business: 21
- License and Insurance: ✓
- BBB Rating: A+ accredited since 2011
- Google Rating: 4.4 of 59,876+ reviews
- Warranties and workmanship guarantees: ✓
Valley Roofing & Exteriors – Valley Roofing & Exteriors has served the Staunton area since 2004, with local operations supported by offices in Harrisonburg and Charlottesville. The company installs, cleans, repairs, and replaces gutters throughout Augusta County and the surrounding Shenandoah Valley, and also carries gutter guard systems for homeowners dealing with persistent clogging. Beyond gutters, Valley Roofing & Exteriors also handles the full exterior, including roofing, siding, windows, doors, skylights, decking, and Betterliving sunroom installations.
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- Years in business: 22
- License and Insurance: ✓
- BBB Rating: A+ accredited since 2013
- Google Rating: 4.9 of 721+ reviews
- Warranties and workmanship guarantees: ✓
- Established business location and marked vehicles: ✓
Augusta Aluminum Gutterworks, LLC – Based in Churchville, just a few miles outside Staunton, Augusta Aluminum Gutterworks has been installing seamless aluminum gutters across Augusta County since 2008. This is a gutter-only operation: no roofing, no siding, no upselling into other trades. If you want a crew that arrives at your home thinking only about drainage, that focused service model is worth considering. They handle installation, cleaning, maintenance, and repair.
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- Years in business: 18
- License and Insurance: ✓
- BBB Rating: A+ accredited since 2012
- Google Rating: 5.0 out of 4+ reviews
- Warranties and workmanship guarantees: Not listed
- Established business location and marked vehicles: ✓
Baber Enterprises Roofing & More – A family-run contractor providing roofing and exterior services for residential and commercial properties. Based in Staunton, the company serves Broadway, Charlottesville, Crozet, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Mt. Crawford, Ruckersville and Waynesboro.
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- Years in business: 40
- License and Insurance: ✓
- BBB Rating: A+ accredited since 2022
- Google Rating: 4.8 of 152 reviews
- Warranties and workmanship guarantees: ✓
- Established business location and marked vehicles: ✓
Holloway Roofing – Based in Weyers Cave and serving the full Staunton and Augusta County area, Holloway Roofing has built one of the largest review profiles of any exterior contractor in this part of the Shenandoah Valley in a relatively short time. Offering roofing, gutters, and related exterior services, the company has invested heavily in customer communication and crew professionalism, areas where reviews consistently call them out by name. A newer entrant with a fast-growing track record.
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- Years in business: 9
- License and Insurance: ✓
- BBB Rating: A+ accredited since 2023
- Google Rating: 5.0 of 1,052+ reviews
- Warranties and workmanship guarantees: ✓
- Established business location and marked vehicles: ✓
| Company | Years in Business | Licensed & Insured | BBB Rating | Google Rating | Warranty |
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| LeafFilter Gutter Protection | 21 | ✓ | A+ (since 2011) | 4.4 / 59k+ reviews | ✓ |
| Valley Roofing & Exteriors | 22 | ✓ | A+ (since 2013) | 4.9 / 721+ reviews | ✓ |
| Augusta Aluminum Gutterworks, LLC | 18 | ✓ | A+ (since 2012) | 5.0 / 4+ reviews | ✓ |
| Baber Enterprises Roofing & More | 40 | ✓ | A+ (since 2022) | 4.8 / 152+ reviews | ✓ |
| Holloway Roofing | 9 | ✓ | A+ (since 2023) | 5.0 / 1,052+ reviews | ✓ |
Which Gutter Company is right for you?
Staunton is not a one-size-fits-all market. A Victorian-era home on a steep lot near Gypsy Hill Park has completely different drainage demands than a newer build in the outskirts of Augusta County. The right contractor for your project depends on the specifics of your home, your timeline, and how much weight you put on depth of experience versus local roots versus specialized expertise.
Use the criteria here as a starting point, not a finish line. When you talk to any contractor, including us, push for written documentation on licensing, insurance, and warranty terms. Walk the estimates side by side and ask questions about anything that is not spelled out clearly.
Valley Roofing & Exteriors has been doing this work in the Staunton area for over two decades, and we are confident in what we bring to a project. But the goal of this guide is not to sell you on us; it is to make sure you end up with the right contractor.
Curious what our gutter installations look like in practice? The project gallery is a good place to start.
When you are ready for a real conversation about your home, contact Valley Roofing & Exteriors. We will give you an honest assessment and a clear, itemized estimate.
