Rankmako is a roofing company in Pittsburgh built on written scopes and licensed crews.
PITTSBURGH · LICENSED & INSURED · LOCAL ROOFERS
Straightforward Roofing Repair, Replacement, and Inspection in Pittsburgh
Repair, replacement, and inspection for Pittsburgh homes — clear pricing, licensed crews, workmanship built to last.
Licensed and insured — every job documented with before-and-after photos.
- PA HIC registered and fully insured — verified before any crew steps on your roof
- Every estimate starts with an on-site walk-through, not a phone guess
- Crews live and work in the Pittsburgh area — no subcontracted out-of-town labor
- Workmanship backed in writing, not just a verbal promise at the door
- Dated before-and-after photos kept on file for every job
- No day-labor subs — the crew that quotes the job is the crew that does it
How to Choose a Roofing Company in Pittsburgh
Most of Pittsburgh’s housing stock predates 1950 — steep-pitched roofs, original slate on some blocks, and additions bolted onto older framing over the decades. A roofing company that’s good at production-builder subdivisions in the suburbs isn’t automatically good at a century-old Squirrel Hill Victorian or a Lawrenceville rowhome with a shared wall. A few things actually separate a reliable local roofer from one that isn’t:
- A written scope before any work starts — not a verbal quote, a document naming the material, the square footage, and what’s included.
- A crew that’s actually local, not a sales office that subcontracts the labor to whoever’s available that week.
- Photos, not just a promise — a company that documents the job in progress gives you something to check the work against later.
- Straight talk about your specific roof type — steep-pitch access, slate matching, or century-home framing quirks change the job; a company that quotes without asking about any of that hasn’t actually looked.
Licensing & Insurance: What to Check in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania requires home improvement contractors — roofing included — to register under the state’s Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (HICPA). Before hiring anyone for roof work in the Pittsburgh area, it’s worth checking a few things directly rather than taking a sales pitch at face value:
- HICPA registration number — a legitimate contractor will give you this without hesitation; you can verify it against the state’s public registry.
- General liability insurance — covers damage to your property during the job, separate from the contractor’s own equipment.
- Workers’ compensation coverage — protects you from liability if a worker is injured on your roof; ask for proof, not just a verbal assurance.
- A written contract naming the actual scope — HICPA requires a written contract for home improvement work over $500, which covers nearly every roofing job.
How the Job Runs
Started With One Truck and One Crew
Founded by Pittsburgh residents tired of watching neighbors get burned by out-of-state storm chasers after every hail season. In addition, the first crew was two roofers with combined decades of trade experience and one very old work truck.
Built a Local-Only Roofing Company
Every roofer on our payroll lives within driving distance of Pittsburgh — no seasonal contractors, no rented ladders, no anonymous subs on your roof. As a result, we hire slowly and keep our crews together for years so quality stays consistent.
Refined a Repair-First Playbook
Most calls we get are leaks, not full replacements. For example, our estimators are trained to fix the actual failure point instead of upselling a new roof when a targeted repair will hold for another decade or more.
Serving Pittsburgh Homes Today
We handle residential and small-commercial roofs across Pittsburgh — steep-slope asphalt, flat rubber, standing-seam metal, and slate repair on the older housing stock throughout the city. In fact, every job gets the same paperwork, warranty, and photo record.
Registered PA Contractor
Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor — HIC registration number provided in writing before any signed contract or deposit lands in our account.
General Liability Insured
Certificate of insurance sent directly to you before any crew steps on your property. Verify coverage yourself with the carrier, no middleman.
Workers’ Comp Coverage
All roofers carry Pennsylvania workers’ compensation, so you are never on the hook if someone is injured on your roof.
Manufacturer-Certified Installs
Trained and certified installers for major asphalt shingle systems — the credential required to unlock the full manufacturer material warranty.
What Pittsburgh Customers Say
Client Story
“We photograph every roof before we start and again when we finish. If our crew can’t explain what needs to happen and why in plain English, we haven’t earned the job.”
Owner, Roof Repair Pittsburgh
Client Story
“Most Pittsburgh leaks aren’t the shingles — they’re flashing, valleys, and chimney kick-outs. We fix the actual failure point instead of selling a new roof to a homeowner who doesn’t need one.”
Lead roofing technician
Client Story
“Every estimate lists the materials, the crew size, the timeline, and the warranty in plain English. Homeowners should know exactly what they’re paying for before we start.”
Senior estimator
Frequently Asked Questions
Licensing, Coverage & Service Area
Do I need a licensed contractor for roof work in Pennsylvania?
How much does a typical roofing project cost in Pittsburgh?
Do you serve my specific Pittsburgh neighborhood?
Cost, Timeline & Process
What’s the difference between a roof repair and a full replacement?
Do you handle both emergency and routine roofing work?
How long does a typical roofing project take?
Everything above covers what it’s like to work with us directly. Below is the practical map — every Pittsburgh neighborhood we serve and every service we offer, so you can jump straight to the page that matches your actual job.
More Pittsburgh Areas & Services We Cover
- Roofing servicesFull list of Pittsburgh roofing services — repairs, replacements, inspections, and storm-damage response.
- Service areasPittsburgh neighborhoods and surrounding communities we cover with same-week scheduling.
- Contact usEmail and estimate form — reach a real Pittsburgh roofer, not a call center.
A contractor who won’t produce a registration number, insurance certificate, or written contract on request isn’t an oversight — it’s a signal. None of these are unusual asks, and a company that does this work regularly has the paperwork ready before you even ask for it. If a quote comes with pressure to sign same-day or pay the full amount upfront, treat that as a second flag, not a discount.
Ready for a Straightforward Pittsburgh Roofer?
Licensed, insured, and photo-documented — request a free written estimate online to talk with a real Pittsburgh roofer.
Pennsylvania homeowners are protected under the state’s Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, which requires a written contract for any home improvement job over $500.
Material choice affects cost, lifespan, and how a roof performs through Pittsburgh’s freeze-thaw winters specifically — the options below cover what we install and repair most often.
Roofing Materials We Work With
- Asphalt Shingle Roof ReplacementFull tear-off and architectural-shingle replacement, the most common Pittsburgh re-roof.
- Metal RoofingStanding-seam and metal shingle systems built for steep-pitch Pittsburgh roofs.
- Slate Roof RepairCentury-home slate repair and matching for Squirrel Hill and Shadyside roofs.
- Tile Roof RepairTile repair and replacement for Pittsburgh’s clay and concrete tile roofs.
- Flat Roof RepairFlat and low-slope roof repair for rowhomes and additions.
- Cedar Shake RoofingCedar shake repair and replacement with the upkeep Pittsburgh’s climate demands.
- Rubber RoofingEPDM rubber roofing for flat sections and additions.