Allegheny County
Slate roofs in Allegheny River / Northeast
This area has some of the largest slate roofs around Pittsburgh. Many have copper details and sit under big trees.
Neighborhoods
- Fox Chapel
- O'Hara
- Aspinwall
The homes and roofs here
Fox Chapel and O'Hara have large estate homes on wooded lots. Aspinwall has tighter streets of older homes. Copper gutters, valleys and flashing are common on the larger homes.
Common slate problems in Allegheny River / Northeast
- Leaf and needle build-up in valleys and gutters.
- Aging copper that needs repair, not replacement with cheaper metal.
- Moss and shade keeping roof areas damp.
- Limb damage after storms.
Permits and historic rules
This community has its own local government. City of Pittsburgh historic rules do not apply here. Permits and any local historic rules are handled by the borough or township office, so the contractor checks locally before work starts.
Use the Historic Roof CheckerRepairs often needed here
Questions from Allegheny River / Northeast homeowners
- Should my copper be replaced with aluminum to save money?
- It usually isn't a good match. Copper lasts about as long as slate. Cheaper metal can wear out long before the slate does.
- How often should a big slate roof be checked?
- Many owners have it looked at every year or two, and after big storms. Clearing valleys each fall helps a lot.