Question 1

Who owns Lacombe Gutters?

Accepted Answer

We are a locally owned and operated company led by Rob and Ryan, tradesmen who have served Central Alberta homeowners since 2009.

Question 2

How long have you been in business?

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The company was founded in 2009 and has helped thousands of property owners across Central Alberta.

Question 3

What services do you provide?

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We install 5″ and 6″ continuous aluminum or steel eavestrough, downspouts, soffit & fascia, gutter guards, snow‑stop accessories, and we offer seasonal gutter cleaning.

Question 4

Are you insured?

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Yes. Lacombe Gutters carries full liability insurance and maintains WCB coverage for every crew member.

Question 5

Do you offer free estimates?

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Absolutely. Call 403‑598‑9137 or click any "Free Estimate" button and we'll schedule a no‑obligation visit—typically within two business days.

Question 6

What areas do you serve?

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We cover Lacombe, Red Deer, Blackfalds, Ponoka, Sylvan Lake, Stettler, Wetaskiwin, Innisfail, and more than 80 other Alberta communities. Check our service area map or contact us to confirm service availability in your specific area.

Question 7

What are your business hours?

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Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Mountain Time.

Question 8

How can I contact you after hours?

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Leave a voicemail or send an email—messages are monitored evenings and weekends.

Question 9

Do you provide emergency gutter repairs?

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We're not officially on call 24 ⁄ 7, but if you have an emergency we'll try to respond and accommodate your issue as soon as possible.

Question 10

Do you subcontract the work?

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No. All projects are completed by our in‑house crew so workmanship and warranty stay consistent.

Question 11

How do you calculate the cost of new gutters?

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Pricing is based on linear footage, number of downspouts, gutter size, material, height, and site access. We measure on site and we'll contact you with a detailed quote.

Question 12

Is the estimate really free?

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Yes—no trip fees, no design charges, and no obligation.

Question 13

Do you match competitor quotes?

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Show us a recent written quote with comparable specs and we'll do our best to match or beat it.

Question 14

What payment methods do you accept?

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Interac e‑Transfer, major credit cards, cheque, and EFT for commercial clients.

Question 15

Is a deposit required?

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Projects under $5 000 usually move ahead with no deposit. Larger or custom‑fabrication work may require 30 % + down.

Question 16

Can I finance my gutter project?

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We're a small local company and don't partner with third‑party financing. That said, we can work with you on staged payments for larger projects if needed.

Question 17

Do prices include haul‑away of old gutters?

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Yes—removal, disposal, and site clean‑up are included.

Question 18

Are there seasonal discounts?

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Projects booked for installation between November and February often qualify for an off‑season labour discount.

Question 19

Is the estimate still valid if I wait six months?

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Quotes are honoured for 60 days. After that we'll happily refresh material pricing for you.

Question 20

Do you charge mileage for out‑of‑town work?

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Mileage is calculated from our shop at 112 Queensgate Cres #170, Blackfalds, AB. Travel within roughly 50 km is included; beyond that a modest per‑kilometre fee is shown on your quote.

Question 21

How soon can you install after I approve the quote?

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Lead time is usually 1–3 weeks depending on season and workload.

Question 22

How long does a standard install take?

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Most single‑family homes are completed in one day; larger or multi‑storey projects may extend into 2 + days.

Question 23

Do I need to be home during installation?

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Not necessarily—just ensure exterior access and power are available. We'll text progress photos if you're away.

Question 24

Will you remove my old gutters?

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Yes—old eavestrough is detached, hauled away, and recycled when possible.

Question 25

Do you reuse existing downspout holes?

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If the locations make sense and the wood is sound we will; otherwise we patch the old outlets and place new ones for better drainage.