Service area: South Pittsburgh
Roofing & Exterior Contractor in Brookline, Pittsburgh
Roof, gutter and siding work for Brookline's brick single-family homes, with a free inspection and a clear written quote before anything starts.
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Roofing for Brookline Homes in Pittsburgh
Straight A Exterior Renovations provides roof replacement, roof repair and exterior work for homeowners in Brookline, Pittsburgh. Much of the neighborhood is made up of early to mid 20th century brick single-family homes, and those houses tend to share the same weak spots: aging shingles, tired flashing where the roof meets brick, and gutters that have carried decades of leaves.
We start with a free roof inspection. We look at the shingles, the flashing, the vents and the gutters, take photos, and explain what we found in plain terms. If a repair will do the job, we say so. If the roof is near the end of its life, we show you why and give you a detailed, line-by-line written quote.
You choose the materials and the color, and nothing starts until you approve the quote. Many roof replacements are finished in a single day, weather permitting, and our crew cleans up every nail before we walk the property with you.
Local know-how
What Brookline Roofs Deal With
Brookline is a residential neighborhood in the South Hills with a long main boulevard and side streets lined with similar brick houses. The brick walls themselves last a very long time. The roof, the flashing and the gutters are the parts that need regular attention.
Brick and flashing joints
Where a roof meets a brick wall or chimney, the flashing does the waterproofing. Old flashing and dried mortar joints are a common source of slow leaks that show up as stains on upper ceilings.
Older roofs, sometimes layered
Homes from this era have often been reroofed more than once. We check how many layers are on the roof and whether the decking underneath is sound before we recommend anything.
Freeze-thaw and ice
Pittsburgh winters swing above and below freezing. Water that gets under a lifted shingle or behind a gutter can freeze, expand and open the gap further, and ice can build at the eaves.
Close neighbors
Houses on many Brookline streets sit fairly close together. We plan where the dumpster and materials go and protect landscaping and the neighbor's side of the property line.
Services available
Roofing and Exterior Services for Brookline
Every service below is available in Brookline, and each one starts with a free look and a written quote.
Why choose us
What You Get With Straight A in Brookline
Brookline's older brick homes need a roofer who checks the flashing, the layers and the decking before recommending anything. Here is what comes with every Brookline job.
One person to call
A dedicated project manager handles your Brookline job from the first visit to the walk-through, including where the dumpster goes on a close-set street.
Experience with older brick homes
Our team has over 30 years of combined roofing experience, which helps when a roof has been layered over more than once and the flashing meets old mortar.
Free look at the chimney leak
The inspection is free and comes with no obligation. If that ceiling stain is a flashing problem rather than a roof problem, we tell you.
Materials that are covered
The roofing materials on a new Brookline roof carry a lifetime product warranty, so the shingles over your brick walls are backed for the long term.
Our process
From First Visit to Final Walk-Through in Brookline
On closer-set Brookline lots, much of the planning happens before the tear-off, so install day stays orderly for you and your neighbors.
- Step 1
Free roof inspection
We check the shingles, the flashing where the roof meets brick, the vents and the gutters, and count how many layers are already on the roof.
- Step 2
Detailed written estimate
You get photos and a line-by-line quote. You choose the materials and color, and nothing starts until you approve it.
- Step 3
Insurance help after a storm
If a storm caused the damage, we document it with photos, help you report it and work with your adjuster from start to finish.
- Step 4
Installation
We tear off down to the decking, repair any soft wood and install the new roof with tight flashing at the brick walls and chimney. Many replacements are done in a single day, weather permitting.
- Step 5
Cleanup and walk-through
The crew picks up every nail, including along the neighbor's side of the property line, and then walks the property with you.
- Step 6
Warranty in place
With the work complete, your lifetime product warranty on the materials and our 2-year workmanship guarantee take effect.
FAQ
Questions from Brookline homeowners
My Brookline home has a leak near the chimney. Do I need a new roof?
Not always. Chimney leaks are often caused by worn flashing or mortar joints rather than the shingles. We inspect the area, take photos and tell you whether a repair will solve it.
Can you tell how many layers of shingles are on my roof?
Yes. During the free inspection we check the roof edge and other spots to see how many layers are there. On a replacement we tear off down to the decking so we can inspect and repair the wood before new materials go on.
Do you replace gutters on brick homes?
Yes. We replace gutters and add gutter guards. Good gutters keep water off the brick and away from the foundation, which matters in a freeze-thaw climate.
How long does a roof replacement take?
Many roof replacements are finished in a single day, weather permitting. Larger or more complex roofs can take longer, and we tell you what to expect before we start.
Is the estimate really free?
Yes. The inspection and the written quote are free, with no obligation and no pressure. Nothing starts until you approve the quote.
Does a new roof on my Brookline home come with a warranty?
Yes. The roofing materials carry a lifetime product warranty. On top of that, Straight A stands behind the installation with a 2-year workmanship guarantee: if something we installed is not right, we come back and fix it.
Where we work
All Straight A service areas
Brookline is one of the areas we serve. Pick any location below for local details, or call with your address and we will confirm right away.
