By The Roofing Brief Team | Last reviewed: October 2026
Stainless gutter cost runs about $9 to $20 per linear foot installed, per the newest dated guide we could open (Bob Vila, June 2023): above aluminum at $3 to $15, below copper at $15 to $40 (HomeAdvisor, 2026).
Key takeaways
- Stainless steel gutters cost $9 to $20 per linear foot installed, versus $4 to $14 for aluminum and $25 to $40 for copper in the same guide (Bob Vila gutter installation cost, updated June 9, 2023).
- Type 304 covers most roofs; Type 316 adds 2% to 3% molybdenum and is preferred for seacoast, industrial and chemical air (SSINA Designer Handbook, roofing and flashing).
- SSINA suggests .015 inch (28 gauge) stainless for hanging gutters up to a 15 inch girth, rising to .050 inch (18 gauge) for girths over 35 inches.
- New Tech Machinery’s MACH II 5 and 6 inch seamless gutter machines list steel, aluminum and copper as formable, not stainless, so on-site seamless stainless is not an option on those machines.
- A 40 foot stainless run moves about 0.46 inch over a 100°F swing, against 0.62 inch for aluminum and 0.32 inch for galvanized steel (SSINA Table II coefficients).
Stainless gutter cost per foot compared with other metals
Stainless gutter cost sits between aluminum and copper. Bob Vila’s June 2023 guide lists stainless at $9 to $20 per linear foot installed. HomeAdvisor’s June 20, 2026 gutter installation guide lists galvanized steel at $5 to $20, aluminum at $3 to $15, zinc at $15 to $30 and copper at $15 to $40, but carries no stainless row, which is why the stainless figure is older.
| Material | Installed cost per linear foot | Expansion, in/in/°F | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stainless steel (300 series) | $9 to $20 | 0.0000096 | Bob Vila, June 9, 2023; SSINA Table II |
| Galvanized steel | $5 to $20 | 0.0000067 | HomeAdvisor, June 20, 2026; SSINA Table II |
| Aluminum (3003) | $3 to $15 | 0.0000129 | HomeAdvisor, June 20, 2026; SSINA Table II |
| Copper (cold rolled) | $15 to $40 | 0.0000098 | HomeAdvisor, June 20, 2026; SSINA Table II |
| Zinc (rolled) | $15 to $30 | 0.0000174 | HomeAdvisor, June 20, 2026; SSINA Table II |
| Vinyl | $3 to $7 | Not in SSINA table | HomeAdvisor, June 20, 2026 |
As of October 2026, we found no US retailer publishing a per-foot price for residential stainless gutters; makers quote by project. For the aluminum and copper sides of this comparison in more detail, see our aluminum gutters cost guide and our copper gutters guide.
What does a stainless gutter job cost for a whole house?
A stainless gutter job costs $900 to $2,000 for 100 feet, $1,350 to $3,000 for 150 feet and $1,800 to $4,000 for 200 feet installed at Bob Vila’s $9 to $20 per foot, before downspouts. The table repeats the multiplication for galvanized, aluminum and copper at HomeAdvisor’s June 2026 rates, so you can swap in your own footage and quotes.
| Material | Rate per foot | 100 ft | 150 ft | 200 ft | Source of rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stainless steel | $9 to $20 | $900 to $2,000 | $1,350 to $3,000 | $1,800 to $4,000 | Bob Vila, June 2023 |
| Galvanized steel | $5 to $20 | $500 to $2,000 | $750 to $3,000 | $1,000 to $4,000 | HomeAdvisor, June 2026 |
| Aluminum | $3 to $15 | $300 to $1,500 | $450 to $2,250 | $600 to $3,000 | HomeAdvisor, June 2026 |
| Copper | $15 to $40 | $1,500 to $4,000 | $2,250 to $6,000 | $3,000 to $8,000 | HomeAdvisor, June 2026 |
For materials alone on 200 feet, This Old House’s October 9, 2026 guide lists $1,535 for aluminum, $1,604 for galvanized steel and $5,749 for copper, and gives no stainless figure.
Two stainless-specific items move that total. First, a 60 foot eave run needs at least one expansion joint at SSINA’s 24 to 40 foot spacing: 60 / 40 = 1.5, so 1 joint; 60 / 24 = 2.5, so 2 joints. Second, removing old gutters adds $1 to $2 per linear foot, or $150 to $300 on 150 feet, per HomeAdvisor’s June 2026 guide.
What moves the price of stainless gutters?
Fabrication moves stainless gutter prices most. Portable seamless gutter machines from New Tech Machinery, the MACH II 5 inch and 6 inch, list painted steel from 30 to 24 gauge, aluminum from .019 to .032 inch and copper from 16 to 20 ounce, with no stainless rating. Stainless runs are instead bent in lengths and joined; SSINA notes stainless forms and solders “either in the shop or in the field”; each joint adds labor.
- Grade: Type 316, with 2% to 3% molybdenum, is “higher in initial cost” than 304, per SSINA; specify it for seacoast, industrial or chemical exposure.
- Girth: a gutter over 15 inches of girth steps up from .015 to .018 inch and beyond, raising metal weight per foot (SSINA Table I).
- Joints: built-in stainless gutters use 1 inch lap joints that are welded or riveted and soldered, per SSINA; each joint is labor time.
- Coating: terne-coated stainless such as Revere’s Independence Gray adds a zinc-tin layer of 13 microns minimum per side over the 304 base (Ambro Metals brochure).
- Profile: half-round and ogee stainless at .015 inch should be cold-rolled to 65,000 to 80,000 psi yield, versus about 42,000 psi for annealed sheet (SSINA).
For how the same machines handle aluminum and steel coil widths, see our gutter coil guide. New Tech Machinery lists 15 inch coil for its MACH II 6 inch and 11-3/4 to 12-3/8 inch for its MACH II 5 inch.
Which stainless gutter systems and product lines exist?
Few makers sell stainless gutters as a system. Roofinox, an Austrian maker, sells HFX stainless half-round and box gutters in 1.4301 and 1.4404 with a 60-year material warranty. Revere Copper Products made Independence Gray, a zinc-tin coated Type 304 for gutters and downspouts with a 25-year non-perforation warranty. Beyond those lines, SSINA treats stainless gutters as sheet metal work built to SMACNA details.
| Line | Alloy | Finish or coating | Thickness or profile | Warranty | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofinox HFX gutters | 1.4301 (Type 304) for normal air; 1.4404 (Type 316L) for road salt, coast, industry | Brush-rolled stainless | Half-round and box; soft-soldered joints | 60-year material warranty | Roofinox rainwater page |
| Revere Independence Gray / TCS II Satin | Type 304 to ASTM A240 | Z-T Alloy, about 50% zinc and 50% tin, 13 microns minimum each side | 0.40 mm standard coil, 508, 610 and 914 mm wide; all gutter styles | 25-year non-perforation | Ambro Metals brochure (Revere distributor) |
| LPM Express 18 inch Spanish-type stainless gutter (Philippines) | Grade not stated | Stainless, finish not stated | 0.40 or 0.50 mm; 18 in wide x 8 ft piece | Not stated | LPM Express listing, Oct 2026 |
| Shop-formed sheet gutters | Type 301 or 304 (SSINA Table I); 316 for seacoast | Mill finish | .015 inch up to 15 inch girth | Set by fabricator | SSINA Designer Handbook |
As of October 2026, Revere’s own architectural products page lists FreedomGray, its zinc-tin coated copper, but not Independence Gray, so ask a distributor whether the stainless version is still stocked before you specify it. The 0.40 mm Independence Gray thickness equals .0157 inch (0.40 / 25.4), the same 28 gauge that SSINA suggests for small hanging gutters.
The only stainless gutter we found with a public price in October 2026 is a Philippine listing: LPM Express sells an 18 inch Spanish-type piece, 8 feet long, for ₱1,320, which is ₱1,320 / 8 = ₱165 per foot or about ₱541 per meter (8 ft = 2.438 m). It does not state the grade, so ask for 304 or 316 in writing.
Should you choose 304 or 316 stainless gutters?
Choose Type 304 stainless gutters for inland homes and Type 316 within reach of salt spray, deicing salt or industrial fallout. SSINA states that 316 “contains 2 to 3% molybdenum, and is more corrosion resistant than 304,” and that it “usually is preferred for long-term service in aggressive industrial, chemical and seacoast atmospheres,” despite its higher initial cost.
| Grade | Key chemistry | Where it fits | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type 301 | High-strength variation of 304 | Listed with 304 for gutters and downspouts | SSINA Table I |
| Type 304 (EN 1.4301) | At least 10.5% chromium, as all stainless must have | Most roofing, flashing and gutter work; Roofinox “normal” environments | SSINA; Roofinox |
| Type 316 / 316L (EN 1.4404) | Adds 2% to 3% molybdenum | Seacoast, industrial, chemical air; heavy road salt | SSINA; Roofinox |
| Terne-coated 304 | Zinc-tin coat over 304 | Historic look, gray patina; coastal and industrial use per maker | Ambro Metals (Revere) |
Stainless also does not stain neighboring materials: SSINA says it “will not stain aluminum, masonry or other building materials.” The full galvanic ranking of gutter metals is in our gutter materials comparison.
What gauge should stainless steel gutters be?
Stainless steel gutters should be .015 inch (28 gauge) for hanging gutters up to a 15 inch girth, according to SSINA Table I, which is keyed to the SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual. The suggested thickness climbs with girth to .050 inch (18 gauge) over 35 inches. SSINA warns that going thinner “is likely to result in buckling.”
| Component (hanging, rectangular unless noted) | Thickness, inch | US gauge | Weight, lb per sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girth up to 15 in | .015 | 28 | 0.656 |
| Girth 16 to 20 in | .018 | 26 | 0.788 |
| Girth 21 to 25 in | .025 | 24 | 1.050 |
| Girth 26 to 30 in | .031 | 22 | 1.313 |
| Girth 31 to 35 in | .0375 | 20 | 1.575 |
| Girth over 35 in | .050 | 18 | 2.100 |
| Half-round or ogee | .015 | 28 | 0.656 |
| Downspouts, square or round | .015 | 28 | 0.656 |
| Hangers | .037 | 20 | 1.575 |
Weight per foot follows from the girth. A 6 inch K-style uses 15 inch stock (New Tech Machinery), so it weighs 1.25 sq ft x 0.656 = 0.82 lb per foot in .015 inch stainless. The same profile in 16 ounce copper weighs 1.25 x 1.000 = 1.25 lb per foot, and in .032 inch aluminum 1.25 x 0.451 = 0.56 lb per foot (SSINA Table III).
| Profile and metal | Arithmetic | Weight per linear foot |
|---|---|---|
| 5 in K-style, .015 in stainless (11-3/4 in stock) | 0.979 sq ft x 0.656 | 0.64 lb |
| 6 in K-style, .015 in stainless (15 in stock) | 1.25 sq ft x 0.656 | 0.82 lb |
| 6 in K-style, 16 oz copper (.021 in) | 1.25 sq ft x 1.000 | 1.25 lb |
| 6 in K-style, .032 in aluminum | 1.25 sq ft x 0.451 | 0.56 lb |
How much do stainless gutters expand, and where do joints go?
A 40 foot stainless gutter grows about 0.46 inch over a 100°F temperature swing, using SSINA’s 0.0000096 in/in/°F coefficient for 300 series stainless. That is close to copper (0.47 inch), below aluminum (0.62 inch) and zinc (0.84 inch), and above galvanized steel (0.32 inch). SSINA calls for expansion joints every 24 to 40 feet on continuous runs.
| Metal | Coefficient, in/in/°F | Arithmetic (480 in x 100°F) | Movement on a 40 ft run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galvanized steel | 0.0000067 | 480 x 100 x 0.0000067 | 0.32 in |
| Stainless steel (300 series) | 0.0000096 | 480 x 100 x 0.0000096 | 0.46 in |
| Copper, cold rolled | 0.0000098 | 480 x 100 x 0.0000098 | 0.47 in |
| Aluminum 3003 | 0.0000129 | 480 x 100 x 0.0000129 | 0.62 in |
| Zinc, rolled | 0.0000174 | 480 x 100 x 0.0000174 | 0.84 in |
SSINA adds two clearances: where a gutter end abuts a wall, leave 1/2 inch, and where the metal turns up a wall or batten, leave about 1/4 inch. Exposed edges get a 1/2 inch hem on the concealed side. Use 300 series stainless fasteners and hangers, because SSINA says coated carbon steel fasteners “will eventually corrode and cause unsightly rusting and staining.”
How are stainless gutters soldered?
Stainless gutters solder like copper with two changes: hold the iron on the joint longer because stainless conducts heat slowly, and use a cooler iron because heat stays at the joint, per SSINA. SSINA prefers phosphoric acid flux, active only at 350 to 550°F, whose cooled residue is not corrosive to stainless and washes off with clean water.
- Clean the joint of grease and dirt with a solvent, then roughen smooth surfaces with clean emery cloth, never ordinary steel wool (SSINA).
- Form a lock seam where possible; SSINA says lock-seam soldered joints hold better than single laps, and solder only seals, never carries load.
- Apply phosphoric acid flux; avoid chloride fluxes, which SSINA says can corrode stainless “to the point of perforation” if residue stays.
- Solder with 50-50 tin-lead, 60-40, or up to 80% tin for better flow and color match on visible joints (SSINA).
- Wash off all flux residue with water, especially on coastal jobs, where salt reacts with residue (SSINA).
Coated stainless follows its maker’s sheet instead: the Ambro Metals brochure for Independence Gray / TCS II Satin, a Type 304 base, calls for pure tin solder with a non-acidic chloride-based flux. If your contractor plans one flux for both bare and coated stainless, ask which document they are following.
What cost guides say vs what the primary documents say
Consumer cost guides price stainless gutters but rarely name a grade, gauge or joining method, and the newest one we opened with a stainless row dates from June 2023. The table sets each guide’s statement beside the primary document that governs the same point, so you can see what a quote should specify.
| Topic | Cost guide says | Primary document says |
|---|---|---|
| Stainless price | $9 to $20 per foot installed (Bob Vila, June 2023); $20 to $30 per foot with no source cited (Del Toro Rain Gutters blog); no stainless row (HomeAdvisor, June 2026) | No maker price list found; Roofinox and Revere sell through distributors |
| Where stainless fits | A corrosion-resistant option for coastal homes, no price (This Old House, Oct 9, 2026) | Type 316 preferred in seacoast air; 304 for most work (SSINA) |
| Seamless gutter availability | Not addressed | MACH II 5 and 6 inch machines list no stainless rating (New Tech Machinery) |
| Thickness | Not addressed | .015 inch up to 15 inch girth, .050 inch over 35 inch (SSINA Table I) |
| Joints | Not addressed | Expansion joints every 24 to 40 feet; 1/2 inch clearance at walls (SSINA) |
Our gutter cost per linear foot guide covers the full material range, and our seamless vs sectional gutters comparison prices the sectional joints that stainless requires.
Stainless vs galvanized gutters: which should you pick?
Pick stainless over galvanized gutters when you want metal that resists corrosion through its full thickness and can pay up to $20 per foot. Galvanized steel relies on a zinc coating over carbon steel, costs $5 to $20 per foot (HomeAdvisor, June 2026) and moves least, at 0.32 inch per 40 feet over 100°F. Our galvanized steel gutters guide covers coating weights and rust timelines.
| If your situation is | Choose | Rule or figure |
|---|---|---|
| Within reach of salt spray, or heavy deicing salt or industrial air | Type 316 / 316L stainless | SSINA; Roofinox 1.4404 guidance |
| Inland, want stainless, standard 5 or 6 inch K-style | Type 304 at .015 inch | SSINA Table I, girth up to 15 in |
| Historic house, want a gray patina that solders | Terne-coated 304 (confirm stock) | Ambro Metals brochure; Revere page, Oct 2026 |
| Want seamless gutter runs formed on site | Aluminum, steel or copper | New Tech Machinery MACH II formable materials |
| Lowest metal cost per foot | Aluminum or galvanized | $3 to $15 and $5 to $20 (HomeAdvisor, June 2026) |
Stainless roofing panels follow the same SSINA rules for grade and expansion; see our stainless steel roof guide if you plan to match the roof and gutters.
How we compiled this
We compiled this page in October 2026 from 11 documents: the SSINA stainless handbook, two New Tech Machinery spec pages, Roofinox and Revere product pages, the Ambro Metals brochure, one retail listing, one contractor blog and three dated cost guides. We did not install, test or quote gutters. FAQ questions follow Google’s People Also Ask box pulled on October 20, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much do stainless steel gutters typically cost?
Stainless steel gutters typically cost $9 to $20 per linear foot installed, per Bob Vila’s June 2023 guide, the newest dated figure with a stainless row we could open; HomeAdvisor’s June 2026 guide has none. A 150 foot house works out to $1,350 to $3,000 before downspouts, and Type 316 is “higher in initial cost” than 304, per SSINA.
Are stainless steel gutters worth it?
Stainless steel gutters are worth it mainly near the coast or where deicing salt is heavy, where Type 316 resists corrosion through its full thickness, per SSINA. On a 150 foot job they cost $1,350 to $3,000 at $9 to $20 per foot (Bob Vila, 2023), against $450 to $2,250 for aluminum (HomeAdvisor, 2026).
How much would 100 ft of gutter cost?
At the per-foot rates in this guide, 100 feet of gutter costs $900 to $2,000 in stainless steel ($9 to $20, Bob Vila, 2023). At HomeAdvisor’s June 2026 rates it costs $300 to $1,500 in aluminum, $500 to $2,000 in galvanized steel and $1,500 to $4,000 in copper. Removing old gutters adds $1 to $2 per foot, per HomeAdvisor.
How much does 200 feet of gutter cost?
Two hundred feet of gutter costs $1,800 to $4,000 installed in stainless steel at $9 to $20 per foot (Bob Vila, 2023), and $600 to $3,000 in aluminum at HomeAdvisor’s June 2026 rates. For materials alone, This Old House’s October 2026 guide lists $1,535 for aluminum, $1,604 for galvanized steel and $5,749 for copper on 200 feet.
Do stainless steel gutters rust?
Stainless steel gutters resist rust because the alloy holds at least 10.5% chromium, per SSINA. Surface rust spots usually come from carbon steel particles left by tools or steel wool, or from rusting carbon steel fasteners. SSINA says to use stainless fasteners, avoid carbon steel wool, and clean with detergent or phosphoric or oxalic acid cleaners, never muriatic acid.
Can you get seamless stainless steel gutters?
Seamless stainless gutters are uncommon. New Tech Machinery’s MACH II 5 and 6 inch portable gutter machines list painted steel from 30 to 24 gauge, aluminum from .019 to .032 inch and 16 to 20 ounce copper as formable materials, with no stainless rating. Stainless is normally shop-formed in lengths and soldered at lock or lap seams.
How long do stainless steel gutters last?
No independent lifespan study for stainless gutters turned up in our review, so use maker warranties as the floor. Roofinox gives a 60-year material warranty on its HFX stainless rainwater system, and Revere’s Independence Gray terne-coated 304 carries a 25-year non-perforation warranty, per its distributor brochure. Ask whether the warranty covers solder joints.
Can stainless gutters touch copper or aluminum?
Stainless gutters can sit next to aluminum and masonry without staining them, per SSINA, but where dissimilar metals touch, SSINA says to provide drainage so water does not stand and to separate the metals with bitumastic, paint or another inert coating. Use 300 series stainless fasteners for stainless parts and for joining other metals.
Sources
- Specialty Steel Industry of North America (SSINA): Designer Handbook, Standard Practices for Stainless Steel Roofing, Flashing, Copings, accessed Oct 2026
- New Tech Machinery: MACH II 6 inch gutter machine specifications, accessed Oct 2026
- New Tech Machinery: MACH II 5 inch gutter machine specifications, accessed Oct 2026
- Roofinox: HFX stainless steel roof drainage (Dachentwässerung), accessed Oct 2026
- Ambro Metals (Revere distributor): Independence Gray / TCS II Satin brochure, accessed Oct 2026
- Revere Copper Products: Architectural products page, accessed Oct 2026
- LPM Express: Standard 18 inch Spanish-Type Stainless Steel Roof Gutter listing, accessed Oct 2026
- Del Toro Rain Gutters: What You Need to Know About Stainless Steel Gutters (contractor blog), accessed Oct 2026
- Bob Vila: Gutter Installation Cost (updated June 9, 2023), accessed Oct 2026
- HomeAdvisor: Gutter Installation Cost (updated June 20, 2026), accessed Oct 2026
- This Old House: Gutter Installation Cost (updated October 9, 2026), accessed Oct 2026