Residential roofing
Emergency Roofing in Pittsburgh, PA
Water coming in or a limb through the roof? Call the 24/7 line on this page. We cover it first, then come back for the permanent fix.
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24/7 emergency roofing from our Warrendale office
If water is coming into your house right now, call the number on this page. It's answered 24/7. Emergency roofing in Pittsburgh means stopping the water first, with a tarp or a temporary seal, and making the permanent repair once the weather lets us work safely.
Our office is in Warrendale, up I-79 and Route 19 from most of the North Hills. Cranberry, Wexford, McCandless, Franklin Park and the townships around North Park are all close by, and we take calls from the city too. We'll tell you honestly on the phone when a crew can get to you.
Most roof emergencies here fall into a few types. Summer thunderstorms tear shingles off exposed roofs. Heavy limbs come down on wooded lots in Bradford Woods and Franklin Park. In winter, an ice dam can push meltwater under the shingles and into a ceiling overnight, and heavy wet snow strains older framing. Each one needs a different temporary fix.
While you wait, move furniture and electronics away from the leak and set a bucket under the drip. Stay out of any room where the ceiling sags. Don't climb onto a wet or icy roof. That part is our job.
Why Straight A
What you get when you call our emergency line
You get a plan for tonight and a plan for the permanent fix. Here's what that includes.
24/7 emergency roofing line
The line is answered around the clock, nights, weekends and holidays included.
Emergency tarp before the next rain
We fasten tarps over the open area so they hold through wind and rain until the roof can be repaired.
Emergency damage photographed first
Photos before and after the tarp show your insurer what happened and that you acted to limit the damage.
Permanent fix after the emergency tarp
A tarp buys time. We come back to repair or replace the roof properly, with a written quote you approve first.
Emergency crews based in Warrendale
We work out of a North Hills office, not the back of a truck, and we're still here after storm season ends.
What's included
What we handle in a roofing emergency
We handle both the temporary fix and the permanent one. These are the usual emergencies.
Emergency roof tarping
Heavy tarps go over missing shingles, open decking or limb holes, fastened and lapped so wind can't get under them. They keep water out until the real repair.
Active leak control
When water is pouring in, we find the entry point on the roof and seal it temporarily. We'll also tell you how to protect the ceilings and floors below.
Fallen limbs and trees
When a limb comes through, we make the area safe, cover the opening and check the decking and rafters. A big tree may need a tree service first, and we can work alongside them.
Shingles torn off by wind
Gusts can strip a section down to the felt or bare wood. We cover it right away and replace it properly once the weather clears.
Winter ice dam leaks
When meltwater backs up at the eaves, we deal with the leak first. Then we look at the attic venting and the ice and water barrier so it doesn't happen every winter.
Damage photos for your insurer
We photograph the roof before and after the emergency work and note what we did. You can share it all when you report the damage.
Permanent repair or replacement
Once things are dry, we inspect the whole roof and give you a written quote. A project manager runs the permanent work and does the final quality check.
How it works
What happens after you call
After you call, we get the water stopped first and talk about the permanent work second. It goes in five steps.
- Step 1
Call the 24/7 emergency line
Tell us what happened, where the water is coming in and whether anyone's at risk. We'll tell you when we can be there.
- Step 2
Photograph the emergency damage
Before anything gets covered, we photograph the roof and the inside damage for your records and your insurer.
- Step 3
Tarp and seal the roof opening
We cover the damage and seal active leak points so the house stays dry.
- Step 4
Inspect once the emergency passes
When the weather clears, we inspect the whole roof, attic and gutters, not just the spot that failed.
- Step 5
Quote and build the permanent emergency fix
You get a written quote. If it's a claim, we help you file and meet the adjuster before we build.
FAQ
Emergency Roofing questions from Pittsburgh homeowners
How fast can you get to my house in an emergency?
It depends on the weather, the time and how many calls came in with the same storm. Our office is in Warrendale, up I-79 and Route 19, so most of the North Hills is close by, and we cover the city too. When you call, we'll give you an honest arrival window rather than a promise we can't keep.
What should I do while I wait for the roofer?
Move furniture, rugs and electronics away from the leak, and put a bucket or towels under the drip. If the ceiling bulges, keep people out of the room. Keep clear of any light fixture or outlet that water has reached. Take photos of the inside damage. And stay off the roof, especially when it's wet or icy.
Will my insurance cover emergency tarping?
Often, if the damage came from a covered event like wind or a falling limb, but your policy and your insurer decide. Many policies expect homeowners to take reasonable steps to prevent more damage, and a tarp is exactly that. We photograph the damage before and after, and we can help you file the claim.
A tree came down on my roof. Who do I call first?
If anyone's hurt or wires are down, call 911 and the power company first. After that, call us. A large tree may need a tree service to remove it before the roof can be covered, and we can coordinate with them. Limbs from wooded lots in Wexford and Franklin Park often damage decking even where the shingles look fine.
Can you fix an ice dam leak in the middle of winter?
We can stop the leak and protect the house, yes. Full shingle work waits for a dry stretch warm enough for the shingles to seal. Ice dams start with heat escaping into the attic, so once the emergency is over we'll look at your venting and the barrier at the eaves to keep it from coming back.
Is an emergency tarp a permanent fix?
No. A well-fastened tarp keeps water out for a while, but sun and wind wear it down. We treat it as a bridge to the permanent repair, and we come back to inspect the whole roof and give you a written quote for the real fix. You decide on that once the emergency is behind you.
Where we work
Emergency Roofing across Pittsburgh
We provide emergency roofing for homeowners throughout the City of Pittsburgh. Find your neighborhood below, or call with your address and we will confirm right away.
