Pen Argyl is a Slate Belt borough where the old slate quarries shaped the rooflines, and many of the homes along West Pennsylvania Avenue and North Robinson Avenue still wear the original slate that made this town famous. Those roofs are now 80 to 100 years old, and more homeowners here are swapping tired slate for slate-look metal that lasts just as long without the constant repairs.
We are Allentown Metal Roofing, and we serve Pen Argyl (18072) and the surrounding Slate Belt because we know these roofs. From the twin homes near Weona Park to the older Victorians on the side streets, we have seen what ice dams, nor'easters, and summer storms do to a roof that has already given its best years. Call us at (610) 600-9879 for a free estimate.
Metal Roofing in Pen Argyl (18072)
Pen Argyl sits on high ground in the Slate Belt, and that elevation brings weather that hits harder than in the valley. Snow sits longer, ice dams form at the eaves, and the freeze-thaw cycle works on every seam and fastener. The housing stock here is mostly older: slate mansards on brick twins, simple gable roofs on post-war ranches, and a handful of stone farmhouses on the edges of town. Many lots are narrow with shared driveways, so staging a re-roof takes planning. We work around tight access, protect neighboring properties, and haul away old slate and debris the same day.
Our team has replaced and repaired metal roofs across Allentown and the Lehigh Valley, including plenty of slate-look installations in the Slate Belt. We are a Metal Roofing Alliance member, fully insured with general liability and workers' compensation, and we handle Metal Shingle Roofing and Stone-Coated Steel Roofing for homeowners who want the look of slate without the weight or the upkeep.
Our services in Pen Argyl
- Metal Roof Installation in Pen Argyl · Complete metal roof installation for Allentown homes built for ice…
- Standing Seam Metal Roofing in Pen Argyl · Concealed-fastener standing seam systems…
- Metal Roof Replacement in Pen Argyl · Full tear-off and replacement of leaking, hail-dented or exhausted roofs.
- Metal Roof Over Shingles (Retrofit) in Pen Argyl · Retrofit metal roofing laid over the shingles already on your Allentown home…
- Metal Roof Repair in Pen Argyl · Repair for loose, hail-hit or ice-damaged metal roofing across Allentown and…
- Metal Roof Leak Repair in Pen Argyl · Leak work for metal roofs that finds the true entry point before anything is…
- Screw Replacement & Re-Fastening in Pen Argyl · Fastener replacement for metal roofs pulling out under freeze-thaw and storm…
- Corrugated & Ribbed Panel Roofing in Pen Argyl · Exposed-fastener panel roofs replaced or repaired for shops…
- Metal Shingle Roofing in Pen Argyl · Metal shingles that handle hail, ice and valley wind without cracking or fading.
- Stone-Coated Steel Roofing in Pen Argyl · Stone-coated steel in tile or shake profiles, rated for hail and wind uplift.
- Copper & Specialty Metal Roofing in Pen Argyl · Copper and specialty metal for porches…
- Metal Roof Coating & Painting in Pen Argyl · Coatings that restore weathered, chalky metal roofs instead of replacing them.
- Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair in Pen Argyl · Chimney and skylight flashing rebuilt so ice and meltwater stay outside.
- Snow Guards & Ice Protection in Pen Argyl · Snow guards fitted so winter snowpack releases gradually instead of sliding off.
- Storm & Wind Damage Repair in Pen Argyl · Storm damage repair for hail-dented, wind-lifted and limb-hit metal roofs.
- Metal Roof Inspection in Pen Argyl · A straight roof inspection for buyers, sellers and owners before the ice season.
- Gutters for Metal Roofs in Pen Argyl · Seamless gutters sized for snowmelt and heavy rain, hung together with the roof.
- Commercial & Agricultural Metal Roofing in Pen Argyl · Metal roofing for shops, warehouses and farm buildings across the Lehigh Valley.
How a Job Works in Pen Argyl
Step 1: You call (610) 600-9879 or request a free estimate online. We schedule an on-site assessment, inspect your current roof, check the deck and flashing, and talk through slate-look metal options that fit your home and your budget. You get a written estimate before any work begins.
Step 2: Once you approve, we pull the required roofing permit with the local building department and schedule the work. On tight Pen Argyl lots, we plan material delivery and dumpster placement to keep your driveway and your neighbor's access clear. If your home is in a historic district or under HOA review, we help coordinate the paperwork and color and profile selections.
Step 3: When the job is done, we clean the site, run a magnet over the lawn and driveway for nails, and walk the roof with you. We do not leave until you have seen the finished work and understand the warranty.
Pricing in Pen Argyl depends on roof size, pitch, access, and the condition of the deck and flashing. As a ballpark, metal roof installation starts at $8 per square foot, standing seam at $10, metal roof replacement at $9, and metal roof over shingles (retrofit) at $7. Metal shingle and stone-coated steel both start at $9 per square foot, corrugated and ribbed panel at $5.50, and copper or specialty metal at $20. Repairs and leak repairs start at $450, screw replacement and re-fastening at $750, flashing and chimney repair at $600, and gutters for metal roofs at $9 per linear foot. We give free estimates and explain every line item, so call (610) 600-9879 to set one up.
✅ Metal Roofing Alliance Member, licensed and insured for work in Pen Argyl and nearby areas.