The lifespan of your roof depends on the roofing material used. A well-constructed shingle roof in the greater Pittsburgh area typically lasts between 15 and 20 years. After that, you may need a roof repair.
If you’re concerned that your roof is damaged, the first step is to arrange for an interior and exterior roof check. A roofer will identify any cracked shingles, dark stains, sagging, rotting and mold, or leaks and water damage. It’s also helpful in determining the age of your roof, even if there aren’t any apparent spots of corrosion or loss.
The best time for a roofing contractor to replace your roof is any time in spring, summer, or fall with a temperature above 30 degrees. You can schedule your roof replacement for a clear day with the number on our website.
Discolored shingles are darkened from algae due to high humidity. The discoloration of your shingles won’t hurt the integrity of your roof. You don’t have to worry about a roof replacement if the discoloration is your only concern. However, discolored shingles do decrease your curb appeal. Consider using bleach solutions to remove the algae.
Penn Ohio Roofing provides one-day installation for a roof replacement. Home 365 reports that your replaced roof can yield upwards of 85% of its investment cost when it comes time to sell. This is a great investment that only takes a short amount of time.
Many variables lead to roof replacement prices varying. Your roof’s pitch, type of shingles, the number of shingle layers on the roof, and the general condition of the roof all contribute to the pricing. Typically, the best way to see how much your roof replacement will cost is to schedule a free estimate with our roofing pros at Penn Ohio Roofing.
The best type of roof is asphalt roofing shingles because they are lightweight, inexpensive, and easy for roofing companies to install. Asphalt shingles are the best choice for most houses in Greater Pittsburgh. They come in layered sheets to give the illusion of more expensive single shingles, such as cedar and slate, which are installed one shingle at a time.
Yes, we work directly with insurance companies to assist in your claims for a roof repair or replacement. Talk to our roofing contractors to learn about the companies we work with.
You don’t necessarily need to have your gutters and downspouts replaced. If your gutters and downspouts are in good shape, the roofing pros at Penn Ohio Roofing will work around them to avoid any damage. If your gutters are in relatively good shape but need minor repairs, we can provide this service too. Penn Ohio Roofing is a full-service roofing contractor.
Roof replacement and repair is a messy and noisy process. Consider going somewhere else for about two to three hours once roofing contractors start removing the old shingles to avoid all the noise. Keep pets in mind, too. There’s no way around it, but we do all we can to minimize hassle and inconvenience during the roofing process.
IKO Roof Pro Craftsman Premier Contractor
The lifespan of your roof depends on the roofing material used. A well-constructed shingle roof in the greater Pittsburgh area typically lasts between 15 and 20 years. After that, you may need a roof repair.
If you’re concerned that your roof is damaged, the first step is to arrange for an interior and exterior roof check. A roofer will identify any cracked shingles, dark stains, sagging, rotting and mold, or leaks and water damage. It’s also helpful in determining the age of your roof, even if there aren’t any apparent spots of corrosion or loss.
The IKO Pro4 roof system combines four roofing products:
- GoldShield, ArmourGard, and StormShield eave protection defend your roof against wind-driven rain and ice dams. IKO recommends eave protection in valleys and around protrusions like vents and skylights.
- RoofGard-Cool Grey or Stormtite synthetic underlayment options are chosen based on the local climate.
- Leading Edge Plus starter strips are installed at eaves and rakes as an extra line of defense where it’s needed most.
- Three ridge cap shingle options give us choices for matching the profile of the shingle.
Unlike most other brands, IKO does not require that we use their underlayment or do a full tear-off of the old roof to get the better warranty.
GAF Master Elite Contractor
Our GAF Master Elite Contractor status enables us to offer the GAF Golden Pledge Warranty. The Golden Pledge Warranty requires that the entire roof system use only GAF materials, and the finished job gets a 40-point inspection by a GAF representative. If the roof fails the inspection, we have to fix it immediately. If you ever need to file a warranty claim, GAF takes care of it.
The lists below show the differences between the warranties that contractors can offer. They’re all considered 100% coverage within the non-prorated warranty period, but as you can see, their coverage varies.
Standard Uncertified Contractor
- 10-yr. non-prorated/lifetime total shingle only warranty
- Shingles – Covered!
- Felt underlayment – NOT covered
- Ice and water shield – NOT covered
- Starter strips – NOT covered
- Ridge vent and cap – NOT covered
- Tear-off – NOT covered
- Tear-off disposal – NOT covered
- Total homeowner liability: Approximately 55% of the roof cost
Typical Certified Contractor
- 10-50-yr. non-prorated/lifetime total warranty (varies by mfr.)
- Shingles – Covered!
- Felt underlayment – NOT covered
- Ice and water shield – Covered!
- Starter strips – Covered!
- Ridge vent and cap – Covered!
- Tear-off – Covered!
- Tear Off Disposal – NOT covered
- Total homeowner liability: Approximately 20% of the roof cost
GAF Master Elite Golden Pledge Warranty
- 50-yr. non-prorated/lifetime total warranty plus 25-year workmanship warranty
- Shingles – Covered!
- Felt underlayment – Covered!
- Ice and water shield – Covered!
- Starter strips – Covered!
- Ridge vent and cap – Covered!
- Tear-off – Covered!
- Tear-off disposal -Covered!
- Total liability: Approximately 0% of the roof cost
Technically speaking, it’s a factory-certified roof installation.
An extended warranty generally covers a product longer or for a broader range of problems. For example, an extended warranty on a TV might give you another few years.
But what if your TV fails because it was plugged into a surge protector that wasn’t covered by the warranty? Most likely, the warranty won’t cover that.
Our Golden Pledge Warranty is like your TV’s warranty provider that came to your home, checked the electrical system, and certified the entire system. Then, when the TV fails, it’d be covered.
As a GAF Master Elite Contractor, Penn Ohio Roofing is able to provide the Golden Pledge Warranty on your residential roofing project.
Every roof is different and requires its own price quote, but in general, our top-of-the-line roof with premium materials runs 10-12% higher than a baseline roof.
However, considering that a warranty claim on that baseline roof may force you to pay for up to 55% of that roof again, the investment in a better product at the start is a wise one.