Joe's Gutters & Patios
Gutter Company in Houma, LA
Houma homeowners looking for a real, family-run contractor — not a faceless company — have been calling Joe's Gutters & Patios since 1999. From our Gretna headquarters, our 25+ years of owner-operated work include hand-mitered seamless gutters, gutter repair, leaf guards, professional cleaning, aluminum patio covers, screen rooms, carports, and awnings. We hold Louisiana license #CL.65670, carry State Farm insurance with $2M general liability and workers' comp, and maintain a BBB A+ rating. Estimates are free, written, and never come with a trip fee.
Call (504) 813-4293 — Derel Broussard answers personally whenever possible, and same-day call-backs are guaranteed.
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Serving Houma and Terrebonne Parish
Terrebonne Parish founded Houma in 1834 to establish a more centrally located parish seat. The site was chosen at the convergence of six bayous — the best available access point for commerce and transportation when most shipping moved by water. Houma was officially incorporated as a city by the state legislature in 1848. The community's cultural identity is a layered blend of French, Native American, Cajun, African, and Creole influences, and Houma today remains the economic and commercial center of lower Terrebonne Parish.
Located in Terrebonne Parish on the Bayou Country — south of New Orleans — approximately 57 miles southwest of downtown New Orleans via US 90, at the heart of Terrebonne Parish. Key ZIPs: 70360, 70363, 70364. Joe's Gutters services every neighborhood including Downtown Houma, Broadmoor, Southdown, Bayou Cane, Schriever-adjacent, East Houma from our Gretna base.
Why Gutters Matter More in Houma Than Almost Anywhere Else
Greater New Orleans receives 62+ inches of rainfall per year — nearly double the 38-inch national average. During hurricane season a single tropical system can deliver 5–10 inches of rain in hours. Your gutters are doing real work in Houma — foundation protection, fascia protection, slab protection. Undersized or failing gutters cost you money slowly, year after year.
Houma sits deeper in bayou country than any other city in Joe's service area except Lafitte and Barataria — direct Gulf hurricane exposure, sustained high humidity year-round, and annual rainfall that exceeds 64 inches on average. Hurricane Ida (2021) did catastrophic damage to Terrebonne Parish, and gutter-and-fascia repair backlogs here last for months after every major storm. Hurricane-zone hanger spacing and proper fastener specification aren't optional on a Houma home — they're what separates a gutter system that survives the next storm from one that doesn't. That's what drives the specific gutter failures we find on Houma homes: overflowing undersized systems, corner leaks from cheap miter-strip construction, fascia rot behind aging gutters, and foundation saturation in the parish's clay-rich soil.
Houma Housing Stock — What We Work On
Houma's housing stock is strongly weighted toward the 1950s-1960s through the 1980s — ZIP 70363 data shows homes primarily built in the 1960s or 1950s. Median house value in the 70360 ZIP is approximately $297,100; 70363 sits around $204,000. A very large share of the city's housing is single-family ranch, split-level, and traditional on slab construction with original-era fascia, soffits, and often original galvanized or first-generation aluminum gutter systems that have long since passed their service life.
Our Services in Houma
Houma is the economic center of Terrebonne Parish — bayou country that took catastrophic damage from Hurricane Ida in 2021. Repair backlogs here run for months after every major storm, and the spec on a Joe's installation reflects the higher exposure. Below is the full service line.
Seamless Aluminum Gutter Installation
For Houma homes, every installation starts with 6-inch K-style gutters custom-formed on-site from Spectra Gutter Systems and Senox premium coil stock — one continuous piece per run, with no mid-run seams. Hand-mitered corners are sealed with Clemlink-Duralink rather than miter strips, which fail in Louisiana's heat cycle within 2–4 years. Neoprene washer screws sit at 30-inch hanger spacing — tighter than the 36-inch code minimum. With 30+ color options, a manufacturer's warranty (available directly from the manufacturer), and our 2-year workmanship warranty on labor, the work is fully backed. A single-story Houma home generally takes 3–6 hours; a two-story home is a full day.
Gutter Repair & Maintenance
Common Houma repair calls involve corner leaks, sagging sections, separated hangers, failed sealant, gutters pulling away from fascia, storm damage, and blocked or damaged downspouts. Our work starts with finding the root cause, not patching the surface. If repair is right, we repair. If replacement is the better long-term value, we will tell you. Every assessment is itemized in writing, emailed, and texted. Storm damage gets priority scheduling during the active hurricane season, with insurance documentation provided at no charge.
Leaf Guards & Gutter Protection
Houma's live oaks, pines, cypress, sweet gums, magnolias, and Spanish moss shed year-round — a gutter cleaned in March can be packed by May. Our micro-mesh aluminum guards are designed for Louisiana-grade debris loads while still handling 62+ inches of annual rainfall. We match the guard to your specific roof and tree situation rather than offering one product across every property. Foam and brush insert products aren't on our menu — in Louisiana's climate, they actually trap debris inside the gutter.
Professional Gutter Cleaning
Cleaning means complete debris removal from every run by hand and tool, full downspout flushing, and a free damage inspection with a written report on anything we find — fascia rot, failing corners, partial blockages. Most Houma homes need 2–3 cleanings per year; homes under mature live oaks often need 3–4. The most important cleaning of the year is the pre-hurricane round in late May, before June 1. Book it before the first named storm forms — not after.
Custom Aluminum Patio Covers
Most Houma projects fall into one of two configurations: flat pan panels at $12–20 per square foot (a 24×15 cover runs approximately $4,300–$7,200) or insulated thermal-break panels at $26–60 per square foot (a 12×16 runs $5,000–$11,500). Six factory-baked-enamel colors are available — White, Ivory, Wicker, Clay, Bronze, and Black. Every cover is built for Louisiana heat, humidity, and hurricane-season wind loads. Attached covers require a parish building permit; we provide drawings and support the submission.
Aluminum Screen Rooms & Enclosures
An aluminum frame paired with fiberglass screen mesh creates a mosquito-free outdoor space in a coastal-parish area consistently ranked among the worst in America for mosquito activity. We handle new-build on slab, patio cover conversions, and porch enclosures across Houma. Mesh options include a standard 18×16 screen, 20/20 no-see-um for coastal parishes, pet-resistant mesh, and solar screen. Most projects run $8,000 to $25,000+, depending on scope and whether a new slab is needed.
Aluminum Carports
Hurricane-zone wind-load engineered carports for vehicles, boats, RVs, and equipment across Houma. Basic single-vehicle structures start at $5,500–$10,000, with two-vehicle, boat-and-trailer (sized to your exact rig), and oversized configurations available. Post profiles run heavier than those used in lower-risk states, with knee bracing at post-to-beam connections on larger structures. Post footings extend below Louisiana's active clay layer rather than stopping at the minimum depth that works in drier climates.
Aluminum Awnings
Built from the same aluminum coil system as our patio covers — same engineering, smaller footprint. Installed over front doors, side entries, garage entries, windows, and back porches across Houma. Six baked-enamel colors. 20+ year lifespan with just occasional washing. We don't install fabric or retractable awnings — aluminum only — because fabric deteriorates in Louisiana in a single season. Residential only; we don't take commercial awning projects.
Pricing
| PRICING AT A GLANCE — GREATER NEW ORLEANS | |
|---|---|
| Service | Typical Range |
| Seamless gutter installation | Individually priced after on-site assessment |
| Gutter repair & cleaning | Free written on-site quote (emailed + texted) |
| Flat pan patio cover | $12–$20 per sq ft (24×15 ≈ $4,300–$7,200) |
| Insulated panel patio cover | $26–$60 per sq ft (12×16 ≈ $5,000–$11,500) |
| Screen room | $8,000–$25,000+ depending on scope |
| Single-vehicle carport | $5,500–$10,000 (basic configurations) |
| Aluminum awnings | Individually priced — residential only |
Why Homeowners Choose Joe's Gutters
Houma sits at the convergence of six bayous and took catastrophic damage from Hurricane Ida in 2021. The five details that separate a Joe's Gutters install from a typical one all reflect the higher Terrebonne Parish exposure — wind, water, and the months-long contractor backlog after every major storm.
1. 25 years has taught us not to trust caulk.
Pre-formed miter strips with standard caulk fail in 2–4 years under Louisiana heat, and the failure mode is always the same — water down the fascia, into the wall. Every corner we install is hand-mitered and sealed with Clemlink-Duralink.
2. 25 years has taught us that every screw is either sealed or it's a leak.
The damage from unsealed sheet metal screws — rust streaks, fascia rot, interior water — accumulates slowly enough that you don't see it until it's significant. We install neoprene washer screws at every fastener.
3. 25 years has taught us that 36-inch hanger spacing isn't enough in Houma. Heavy
Heavy rain and hurricane-zone wind loads test the spacing more than any inspection does. We install at 30 inches or tighter because we've seen what happens at the minimum.
4. 25 years has taught us to install 6-inch K-style as standard.
A 5-inch gutter at 1.2 gallons per foot of capacity is sized for the national 38-inch rainfall average. Houma gets 62+ inches. 6-inch (2.0 gal/ft, 67% more capacity) is what the conditions actually demand. We form it on-site.
5. 25 years has taught us that the owner has to be on the job.
Derel Broussard runs every install personally. No subcontractor crews, no rotating personnel, no buffer — because nothing on this list happens consistently any other way.
Our Reviews
What Our Customers Say
★★★★★
"Derel and his crew did a wonderful job repairing my home after tornado damage. They installed new gutters and took care of minor repairs that I could find no one else to do. Professional, hard-working, prompt and reliable. Derel was regularly on site supervising. A refreshing experience."
— Daniel V. · Gretna, LA
Houma Gutter FAQs
Do you serve Houma?
Yes — Houma is part of Joe's Gutters' regular service area (Terrebonne Parish — Parish Seat). It's just across the parish line from our Gretna base and a regular stop on our route. Estimate visits are typically available within 2–4 business days, same-day or next-day for storm response.
What size gutters do you install on Houma homes?
6-inch K-style as standard. A 5-inch profile is undersized for Greater New Orleans' 62+ inches of annual rainfall — a 6-inch carries 67% more water per foot, and in Houma's coastal-parish weather, that capacity is exactly what you need.
Why are corners leaking on my fairly new gutters?
Miter-strip construction with cheap caulk. Louisiana's heat cycle wears that caulk down in 2–4 years, and corner joints fail first. Hand-mitered corners sealed with Clemlink-Duralink eliminate the failure point permanently. Once leaks have started, replacement is almost always smarter than re-caulking joints that are already compromised.
Do I need permits for gutter work in Terrebonne Parish?
Terrebonne Parish generally does not require a building permit for residential gutter installation on one- or two-family dwellings. Patio covers, screen rooms, and carports require permits. Floodplain management review may apply for homes in designated flood zones, which is most of the parish.
Can you document storm damage for my insurance claim?
Yes — written assessment, photos, repair estimate, all in the format your insurer wants, all at no charge. Useful to know: Louisiana named-storm deductibles can run 2–5% of insured home value. Call us before you file so we can scope the damage against your deductible.
What does your warranty include?
On new installs: the manufacturer's warranty (available directly from the manufacturer) plus our 2-year workmanship warranty on labor. We don't warranty repair work — the rest of the system has pre-existing conditions outside our control.
How often should Houma homes have their gutters cleaned?
Tree coverage sets the schedule. Bare yards: annually. Moderate canopy: twice. Near or under moderately shaded trees: 2–3 times. Mature live oaks overhead: 3–4 minimum. With gutter guards properly installed, an annual inspection plus occasional clearing usually does it. The most important cleaning of every year is the pre-hurricane round in late May.
Does someone need to be home for work?
Installation, no — only exterior access is required. We do prefer someone to be at the estimate to walk the property with us. Single-story cleanings with open access can run without anyone home; two-story homes or anything behind a locked gate need someone available.
Ready to Work With Houma's Local Gutter Company?
Whether you're in Downtown Houma, Broadmoor, or anywhere else in Houma, we cover the full Terrebonne Parish service area regularly. Here's how it works for Houma homeowners: call us — for a new install, a repair, a cleaning, a leaf guard upgrade, storm damage documentation, or a patio cover — and you'll hear back the same day or within 24 hours. Every estimate is written, itemized, and sent by email and text, usually the same day.
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Aluminum
Aluminum gutters offer a strong yet lightweight solution ideal for Louisiana’s humid and rainy climate. Their natural resistance to rust ensures dependable performance and long-term durability. Available in various colors, aluminum gutters can be customized to match your home’s exterior while requiring minimal maintenance.
Copper
Copper gutters deliver a premium appearance paired with outstanding longevity. Over time, they develop a rich, natural patina that adds character and visual appeal to your home. Known for their exceptional strength and resistance to corrosion, copper gutters provide both beauty and long-term value.
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State Farm $2M GL + Workers Comp. BBB A+. Louisiana #CL.65670. Family-owned since 1999. No trip fee. Serving Houma and the Greater New Orleans metro 7 days a week.