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Jeannette, PA
Roofing Jeannette's Glass-Era Homes Since 1995
Jeannette made America’s glass for the better part of a century, and the houses its glassworkers built are still standing shoulder to shoulder on the hillside streets. Keeping roofs over those houses is work we know well. Bella Construction & Development has served Jeannette since 1995 from our shop in Irwin, about fifteen minutes away, and we carry the credentials to back it up: Owens Corning Platinum Preferred, James Hardie Master installer, BBB A+, PA#50898.
Houses from the glass boom need a different kind of roofer
Most of Jeannette went up between the 1890s and the 1920s, when the glass plants were running hard. That means dense blocks of brick and frame houses with steep pitches, brick chimneys that have seen a hundred winters, and a fair amount of original slate now on borrowed time. We do a lot of slate to shingle conversions here, and we do them right: a full evaluation of the plank decking, new underlayment, proper chimney flashing, and an architectural shingle that suits the character of an older street. When the slate still has life, we’ll tell you that too and just repair the flashings. There are also postwar sections of town where the answer is a straightforward shingle replacement, and we price those honestly.
Steep roofs, old chimneys, and Pennsylvania winters
The same features that give this town its character give winter its opening. Steep roofs shed snow onto lower porch roofs, ice dams form where heat escapes thin attic insulation, and freeze and thaw cycles work on hundred year old chimney mortar all season. Summer thunderstorms rolling in from the west find every lifted shingle. Our fix list for older Jeannette homes almost always includes ice and water membrane at the eaves, rebuilt flashing, and a hard look at soffit and fascia that has been quietly rotting behind old aluminum wrap.
More than roofs
Because these houses are all roughly the same age, the whole exterior tends to come due together. We install siding as a James Hardie Master installer, hang seamless gutters that can actually handle a steep roof’s runoff, and take care of roofing from small repairs through full replacement. If you’re budgeting, our breakdown of roof replacement cost around Pittsburgh explains what actually moves the number.
A local crew, fifteen minutes out
Pittsburgh companies treat Jeannette as the far edge of their map. We treat it as a neighbor. Our crews are based in Irwin, so a warranty callback or an emergency tarp is a quick drive, not a scheduling battle. After thirty years, we’ve roofed enough homes here that we can usually point to a job within a few blocks of yours.
What homeowners here want to know
Is it worth replacing slate with shingles on my older home?
If the slate is failing broadly, yes, a conversion done with proper decking work is the practical move. If the damage is scattered, repair usually wins. We’ll photograph everything and price both paths before you decide.
How much is a new roof on a typical Jeannette house?
Most of the older two story homes run $12,000 to $22,000 depending on pitch, access, layers, and decking. Tight lots and steep pitches add labor, and we’ll show you exactly where the money goes.
Do you handle insurance claims after storms?
Yes. We document the damage, meet your adjuster on the roof, and make sure the approved scope matches what the roof actually needs. Storm damage response has been part of our business for three decades.
Why Choose Bella Construction & Development in Jeannette, PA?
Here’s why Jeannette, PA, homeowners trust us with their exterior projects:
Expertise
We bring years of experience to every project, handling all your exterior renovation needs with skill and precision.
Quality Assurance
From materials to craftsmanship, we focus on high standards to ensure you get the best results.
Customer-Centric Approach
We’re committed to making the process smooth and stress-free. Expect clear communication and solutions tailored just for you.
Fully Licensed and Insured
We are fully licensed and insured, giving you peace of mind and ensuring that your project is handled professionally.
Let's look at your roof
Call (724) 515-5163 for a free inspection anywhere in Jeannette. You’ll get photos, plain talk, and numbers in writing. Bella Construction & Development, 10561 Center Hwy, Irwin, PA 15642. Serving the Glass City since 1995.
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Location:
- 10561 Center Hwy, Irwin, PA 15642, USA
E-mail:
- info@mybellaroof.com
Phone:
- 724-515-5163
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