Gutters & Siding in Derby

Gutters and siding do a quieter job than a new roof, but get either one wrong and water finds its way into fascias, brickwork, and foundations soon enough. This category covers the 5 businesses in Derby that fit, repair, or replace guttering (cast iron, uPVC, or aluminium) and cladding (uPVC, timber, composite, or render systems) on homes across the city.

What the work actually involves

Gutter jobs range from clearing blockages and resealing joints to a full replacement with new brackets, downpipes, and fascia boards. Siding or cladding work usually means stripping old panels, checking the timber frame or brickwork underneath for rot or damp, fitting insulation if it's part of the spec, then cladding and finishing around windows and corners. Both trades depend on getting the falls (the slope that moves water to the downpipe) and the fixings right, which is easy to get wrong on a quick job.

What to check before you hire

Ask what material and gauge they're quoting, whether they're removing and disposing of the old gutters or cladding properly, and how they handle flashing and joints around the fascia. Get a written quote that breaks down materials and labour, and ask how long the guarantee runs on both the product and the fitting.

How we score Derby firms

Our ranking weighs how firms handle the details above, not just star ratings. See the full breakdown of contractors in the ranked guide to Derby roofing contractors, and read how we score every business on the methodology page.