The South Hills' streetcar suburbs are full of 1920s–50s brick and stone homes. Kitchens, baths, windows and slate or tile roofs are frequent projects.
Permits
Mt. Lebanon and Dormont each have their own code offices, and Mt. Lebanon has historic district rules for some areas.
Popular projects in Mt. Lebanon & Dormont
- Kitchen Remodeling — Old-house kitchens, layout changes and modern updates.
- Window Replacement — Energy-efficient replacements for drafty older homes.
- Roofing — Shingle tear-offs, slate repair, flat roofs on rowhouses.