Practical roofing and gutter advice from Affordable Roofing & Gutters, based in Belle Vernon, PA. 25 years of experience serving the Mon Valley and Greater Pittsburgh.
It is the first question almost every homeowner asks, and it is a fair one. The honest answer is that a new roof costs what it costs based on a handful of real factors, and any contractor who throws out a single number before seeing your roof is guessing. Here is a straight explanation of what drives the price of a new roof in the Belle Vernon and Greater Pittsburgh area, so you know what you are paying for.
Read moreEvery Western Pennsylvania winter, homeowners discover water stains on their ceilings and wonder how water got in when it was freezing outside. The usual culprit is an ice dam, and it is one of the most common and most preventable causes of winter roof damage in our area. Here is how ice dams form, what they do to your home, and how to keep them from costing you.
Read moreWhen it is time for a new roof, most homeowners in our area are choosing between architectural asphalt shingles and metal roofing. Both are good options, and the right one depends on your home, your budget, and how long you plan to stay. Here is an honest side by side comparison from a roofer who installs both.
Read moreGutters are easy to ignore until they cause a problem, and winter is the worst time for that problem to show up. Before the first hard freeze, it is worth a quick look at your gutters. Here are five signs that your gutters are due for replacement, and why it matters most heading into a Western Pennsylvania winter.
Read moreYour roof is one of the biggest investments in your home, and the contractor you choose matters as much as the materials. The Pittsburgh area has plenty of good roofers and a fair number of storm chasers and fly by night operators. Here is how to tell them apart and choose a contractor you can trust.
Read moreAffordable Roofing & Gutters is a locally owned roofing and gutter company based in Belle Vernon, PA. Owner Randy Derkach has been installing roofs and seamless gutters across the Mon Valley and Greater Pittsburgh for 25 years. Registered Pennsylvania contractor PA018690. Free estimates. Call 412-583-7082.