Storm Damage Fuels 40% Spike in Pittsburgh Roof Replacement Requests This Spring
Pittsburgh, United States - August 1, 2026 / Malick Brothers Exteriors LLC /
Malick Brothers Exteriors is reporting a 40% increase in Pittsburgh roof replacement inquiries this spring compared to the same period last year, with company representatives attributing the spike to a combination of severe winter storm activity and the accelerating deterioration of aging roof structures across Allegheny County.
The announcement marks one of the sharpest seasonal inquiry surges the company has recorded, with the storm damage roofing trend reflecting documented patterns of physical roof damage that persisted through the winter months and became visible only as temperatures rose in recent weeks.
Damage Patterns Driving the Surge
Field assessments conducted by Malick Brothers Exteriors crews this spring have identified three recurring damage patterns across residential rooftops in the Pittsburgh metro area. Hail strikes have left visible impact marks on shingles throughout neighborhoods in Allegheny County, with many homeowners unaware the damage occurred during storms months prior. Granule loss - the shedding of the protective mineral coating on asphalt shingles - has been observed at elevated rates, a condition that accelerates UV degradation and shortens overall roof lifespan when left unaddressed.
The third and most structurally significant pattern involves ice-dam-related deck issues, in which standing ice along roof edges forces water beneath shingles and into the underlying decking. Several inspections this season have revealed compromised wood decking that requires replacement before new roofing materials can be properly installed.
The Pittsburgh roof replacement surge reflects how compounding weather events over a single winter season can produce a wave of deferred damage that surfaces simultaneously once homeowners begin seasonal home inspections.
Company Certification and Financing Access
Malick Brothers Exteriors holds AtlasPRO+ Platinum certification, a designation from Atlas Roofing Corporation that qualifies the contractor to install and warranty Atlas roofing systems at the highest coverage tier available through the manufacturer. The certification requires demonstrated installation standards and ongoing training, and it enables the company to offer extended manufacturer-backed warranties that are not accessible through uncertified installers.
For homeowners facing unexpected replacement costs following storm damage, Malick Brothers Exteriors offers financing options designed to allow work to proceed without requiring full upfront payment. The availability of financing has been a factor in the company's ability to respond to increased volume, as many homeowners who contact the company following storm damage are simultaneously navigating insurance claims and out-of-pocket costs.
What Crews Are Observing in the Field
"We have completed more storm damage assessments in the first part of this spring than in any comparable window we can point to - the 40% increase in inquiries is real, and what our crews are finding on rooftops confirms it is not a perception issue," said Marcus Malick, Co-Owner of Malick Brothers Exteriors. "The ice-dam damage in particular has been more extensive than what we typically document after a single winter season, and in several cases the decking damage was significant enough that homeowners had no visible indication from inside the home."
Malick Brothers Exteriors has been active in the Pittsburgh residential roofing market serving Allegheny County and surrounding communities, with the AtlasPRO+ Platinum certification positioning the company to handle volume increases while maintaining installation standards tied directly to manufacturer warranty eligibility.
About Malick Brothers Exteriors
Malick Brothers Exteriors is a residential roofing contractor based in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area, specializing in roof replacement, storm damage repair, and exterior services for homeowners across Allegheny County and neighboring communities. The company holds AtlasPRO+ Platinum certification from Atlas Roofing Corporation and offers manufacturer-backed warranty options alongside flexible financing for qualifying homeowners.
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Contact Information:
Malick Brothers Exteriors LLC
500 Perry Hwy
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
United States
Ryan Malick
+1 (412) 616-0191
https://malickbrothersexteriors.com
