Will Insurance Pay for New Gutters?

Storms can do serious damage — but not everything is covered. Learn when your insurance will pay for new gutters and how to protect your claim.

Will Insurance Pay for Gutters? What Most Roofing Claims Miss (and How to Fix It)

Quick answer:

Yes, gutters can be covered by insurance — but only if you know how to get them included. Most homeowners either miss out or don’t realize they were shorted in their original claim.

Let’s unpack how gutter coverage actually works and what to do if they weren’t paid for on your last claim.

Didn’t Get Paid for Gutters? You're Not Alone

A lot of our customers come to us after they've already filed a claim and received a check. The roof is paid for, maybe some siding or screens too — but the gutters?

“They didn’t include those.”
“They said they weren’t damaged enough.”
“They said it was cosmetic.”

Sound familiar?

Here’s the deal: insurance will pay for gutters, but they often leave them out unless you know what to look for and how to document it.

When Insurance Should Cover Gutters

Gutters are considered part of your home’s structure under dwelling coverage (Coverage A). If a storm caused:

  • Dents or creases from hail
  • Tearing, pulling, or sagging from wind
  • Functional damage — like water not draining properly
  • Damage to fascia or drip edge they’re connected to

...then they should be included.

Important: Cosmetic damage may not be covered unless it affects function. That’s why documentation is everything.

What to Do If You Already Got Paid — But Gutters Were Left Out

You still have options.

1. Request a Supplement

If your claim is still open (usually up to 6–12 months after payout), your contractor can file a supplement to include the missed items — like gutters, drip edge, or fascia.

This happens all the time. You don’t need to refile your claim — just submit documentation of what was missed.

2. Reopen the Claim

If your claim was closed but you're within your policy’s time limit (often 12–24 months after the storm), your contractor can request it to be reopened with new evidence.

3. Prove Functional Impairment

Insurance doesn’t always care about cosmetic dents — but if the slope changed, water overflows, or connections pulled away, they’ll often approve replacement. We measure and document all of this.

4. Use Leftover Depreciation

Sometimes there's still unreleased depreciation on your claim. If gutters weren’t originally listed, they may be added as part of the remaining claim value.

Bottom line: If your gutters were damaged by a storm, there’s a good chance they’re covered. But acting fast — and working with someone who knows the system — makes all the difference.

Want a free inspection or help filing your claim?
Call Whaley Construction Group — we’ll take care of it.

How We Handle It at Whaley Construction Group

  • We inspect every linear foot of gutter and take high-res documentation.
  • We check for water flow issues, pitch errors, and fascia damage.
  • We file supplements on your behalf, with clear markup and itemized Xactimate entries.
  • We don’t just build — we fight for the full scope you’re owed.

Final Word

If you’ve already filed a claim and your gutters weren’t paid for — that doesn’t mean it’s over.

We help homeowners all the time get missed money back on jobs that were already “finished.” All it takes is a second look and a contractor who knows how to work with insurance — not just nail shingles.

Get a free supplement review from Whaley Construction Group.
We’ll tell you exactly what was missed and whether your gutters can still be covered.

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Garland Tx

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Whaley Construction Group made the whole roof replacement easy and stress-free. Great communication, fast work, and the roof looks amazing. Highly recommend!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to sign anything just to get an inspection?  
Nope! The inspection’s free — no signatures, no pressure. You get a photo report either way.  
Can you help with the insurance stuff?  
Yes — we deal with insurance every day. We’ll guide you through the whole process and talk to the adjuster for you.
What’s the warranty like?  
We offer a full workmanship warranty, plus whatever comes with your shingle brand — usually 25 to 50 years. 

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