24 Hour Emergency Roof Repair in Pittsburgh, PA
Active leak, missing shingles after wind, or an ice dam dripping into the house? Tell us what you are seeing and we dispatch.
Call (412) 866-2986Request Emergency Roof Help
Water coming in right now? Call (412) 866-2986 instead of waiting on a form.
Call now if any of this is true
- Water dripping from a ceiling or light fixture
- Shingles blown off
- A tree limb on the roof
- Ice dam water in the attic
- Daylight through the roof deck
- A failed valley, chimney, or pipe boot
What types of roof damage do we handle?
Wind Damage
Pittsburgh wind through the river valleys lifts shingles and tears flashing. A shingle that folds back in a gust leaves a crease, and a creased shingle will not seal back down. We replace creased and torn shingles, repair lifted flashing, and document the damage for your insurance. Wind damage is one of the most common storm calls we get, and it gets worse if left, because the next rain soaks the exposed deck.
Learn moreHail Damage
Hail bruises shingles, dents metal, and knocks granules loose. The bruises are soft spots you can feel, and they shorten the roof's life by exposing the shingle to sun. Dents on metal are mostly cosmetic on standing seam, but cracked coatings lead to rust. We inspect up close, document the damage, and tell you honestly if a repair will hold or the whole roof needs replacement after a bad storm.
Learn moreFallen Trees
A tree or large limb on the roof can break through the deck and crack rafters. Pittsburgh's older neighborhoods have heavy tree cover, and storms drop limbs and whole trees onto roofs. We coordinate removing the tree, tarp the hole to stop the water, and stabilize the damaged structure. If power lines are near, call 911 first. We photograph everything for your insurance and give you a clear repair plan.
Learn moreIce Dams
An ice dam forms when snow melts on a warm roof, runs to the cold edge, and refreezes into a wall of ice that backs water up under the shingles and into the house. The cause is usually a warm attic from poor ventilation and air leaks. We remove the dam safely, often with steam, stop the water, and give you a plan to fix the cause so it does not come back next winter.
Learn moreFlashing Failure
Flashing is the metal that seals the edges, walls, chimneys, valleys, and penetrations, and it is where most leaks start. Freeze-thaw cracks the sealant, and wind lifts the metal. The chimney is the single most common leak spot. We inspect all the flashing, trace the water to the failed piece, and repair or replace it. We do not just smear sealant on a failed flashing and hope it holds.
Learn moreCracked Pipe Boots
Every plumbing vent pipe that pokes through the roof has a rubber boot that cracks and dries out from sun and freeze-thaw over about 10 to 15 years. A cracked boot is one of the most common roof leaks, and the stain usually shows near a bathroom or kitchen pipe. We replace the cracked boot, seal and fasten it properly, and check the other boots on the roof before they fail too.
Learn moreValley Leaks
A roof valley is where two slopes meet, and all the water from both slopes runs through it. That makes valleys a common leak spot, especially when debris collects, flashing cracks, or ice dams form. We repair or replace the valley flashing, replace damaged shingles, and clear debris. We trace the water to confirm the valley is the source before we touch it.
Learn moreFlat Roof Seams
Flat and low-slope roofs leak at seams, penetrations, and edges, not through the membrane itself. Water pools, seams separate, blisters form, and sealant dries out. Snow and ice sit on flat roofs longer in winter, which stresses the membrane. We trace the water path carefully, because flat-roof leaks travel far before showing inside, and repair seams and penetrations.
Learn moreWhat roofing systems do we repair and replace?
Asphalt Shingle
Asphalt shingles are the most common roof in Pittsburgh. They are affordable, hold up to our weather when installed right, and come in styles that suit older homes. A standard 3-tab shingle lasts 15 to 20 years, and an architectural shingle lasts 20 to 30 years. We repair sections when we can and replace honestly when the roof is at the end of its life.
Learn moreMetal
Metal roofs last decades and hold up to Pittsburgh weather, but they have their own problems. Hail dents panels. Wind lifts screw-down panels if fasteners loosen. Rubber washers on exposed screws dry out and leak. Seams can open. A metal roof over 30 years old may need fastener or panel replacement. We repair what we can and replace honestly when it is time.
Learn moreSlate
Pittsburgh's older homes often have slate roofs that can last a century or more when cared for. But slate tiles break, slip, and crack, and the nails that hold them rust out over decades. Flashing fails. Walking on slate requires care, because a wrong step breaks tiles. We repair slate carefully, replacing broken tiles and fixing flashing, and tell you honestly when the slate is at the end of its life.
Learn moreTile
Tile roofs are less common in Pittsburgh but some homes have clay or concrete tile. Tiles crack from impact, freeze-thaw, and walking on the roof. The underlayment under the tiles fails over time and leaks, even when the tiles look fine. We replace broken tiles, repair flashing, and check the underlayment. Tile work requires care to avoid breaking more tiles.
Learn moreEPDM Rubber
EPDM rubber is a common flat-roof membrane on Pittsburgh homes and small commercial buildings. It lasts well but leaks at seams, especially as the tape and sealant age. Rubber also shrinks over time, pulling from edges and walls. Punctures happen from foot traffic or debris. We re-seam separating seams, patch punctures, and re-seal edges.
Learn moreTPO
TPO is a common white membrane on Pittsburgh commercial roofs and some residential flat roofs. It reflects sun and lasts well, but seams fail as the heat-welded joints age. The membrane can craze and crack over time. Punctures happen from foot traffic or debris. We heat-weld separating seams, patch punctures, and re-seal edges.
Learn moreModified Bitumen
Modified bitumen is a common flat-roof material on Pittsburgh homes and small commercial buildings. It is asphalt-based and tough, but it blisters, seams separate, and the surface alligators and cracks with age. Sun and freeze-thaw dry it out. We repair blisters and seams, patch cracks, and re-seal edges.
Learn moreCedar Shake
Cedar shake roofs are less common in Pittsburgh but some homes have them for their look. Cedar cups, splits, and curls over time from sun and moisture. The underlayment under the shakes fails and leaks, even when the shakes look fine. Flashing fails at valleys and chimneys. We replace split and cupped shakes, repair flashing, and check the underlayment.
Learn moreWhat we do in the first hour
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Stay off the roof and catch water in buckets.
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Photograph the ceiling and the damage from the ground.
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Call (412) 866-2986 with the address and what you see.
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We tarp or stop the leak when conditions are safe.
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We document the opening for insurance.
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Permanent repair is scheduled after the house is dry.
Why choose us
Water-first dispatch
We stop the water before we talk about anything else. A tarp or a leak stop protects your home and your belongings while we plan the permanent repair. The first call is about keeping you dry, not about selling you a new roof.
Insurance-ready photo documentation
We photograph the damage, the cause, and what we did, and we hand you a clear summary. Your adjuster gets what they need to make a decision. Coverage is always your carrier's decision, but our photos support your claim.
Honest repair-vs-replace calls
If a repair will hold, we say so. If the roof is at the end of its life or the damage is too widespread, we say replacement makes sense. We give you the real answer and a price for both. The decision is always yours.
Leak tonight? Request emergency roof help now.
Water coming in right now? Call (412) 866-2986 instead of waiting on a form.
Typical Greater Pittsburgh ranges
| Service | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Emergency inspection | $150 to $500 |
| Emergency tarping | $300 to $950 |
| Minor leak, boot, or flashing | $300 to $1,200 |
| Storm section repair | $500 to $3,000 |
| Ice dam response | $400 to $2,000+ |
Final price after an on-site look. Steep, historic, and after-hours calls cost more.