Helena Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Helena, Montana is $16,434.
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32,036 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Helena, MT
$16,434 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Helena, MT
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Roof Replacement Cost in Helena, Montana
The average cost to replace a roof in Helena is about $16,434. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Helena of 2,399 sqft (24.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.85 per sqft ($685/square).
Average Cost by Material
Roof replacement cost can vary greatly depending on the type of roofing material used. The costs listed below are based on a 2,399 sqft roof (24.00 squares) in Helena.
Roof Replacement Costs by Home Size
Home size is one of the biggest factors contributing to replacement costs. This table shows replacement costs for different home sizes for each roofing material in Helena.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,425 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,850 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,276 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,701 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $17,126 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $20,551 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $23,976 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $27,401 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $30,827 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $34,252 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $6,892 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $13,784 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $20,676 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $27,569 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $34,461 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $41,353 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $48,245 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $55,137 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $62,029 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $68,921 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,962 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,923 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $11,885 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $15,846 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $19,808 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $23,769 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $27,731 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $31,692 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $35,654 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $39,615 |
How Roof Replacement Impacts Home Value
Homeowners frequently want to know how replacing their roof could impact the overall value of their home. This table shows how roof replacement, by material and home size, could impact the value of an Helena home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,055 |
| 1,000 | $4,110 |
| 1,500 | $6,165 |
| 2,000 | $8,220 |
| 2,500 | $10,276 |
| 3,000 | $12,331 |
| 3,500 | $14,386 |
| 4,000 | $16,441 |
| 4,500 | $18,496 |
| 5,000 | $20,551 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $4,273 |
| 1,000 | $8,546 |
| 1,500 | $12,819 |
| 2,000 | $17,093 |
| 2,500 | $21,366 |
| 3,000 | $25,639 |
| 3,500 | $29,912 |
| 4,000 | $34,185 |
| 4,500 | $38,458 |
| 5,000 | $42,731 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,417 |
| 1,000 | $4,833 |
| 1,500 | $7,250 |
| 2,000 | $9,666 |
| 2,500 | $12,083 |
| 3,000 | $14,499 |
| 3,500 | $16,916 |
| 4,000 | $19,332 |
| 4,500 | $21,749 |
| 5,000 | $24,165 |
Helena Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 32,036 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,399 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Helena, Montana
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Helena, Montana compared to nearby areas?
In Helena roofing labor typically falls between $35 and $60 an hour which works out to about $150‑$300 per roofing square. Those figures factor in the wear from winter snow and the citys many historic homes. Compared with the surrounding areas Helena’s rates are a touch higher, on par, with Butte and Great Falls, yet they generally stay below what you’d find in Billings and Missoula.Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Helena, Montana's weather affect roof lifespan?
Helena receives 14, 16 inches of rain each year and about 40 inches of snowfall. At 4,000 ft the valley endures winds and high UV exposure and frequent freeze‑thaw cycles encourage ice dams, shingle‑granule loss, uplift and thermal cracking all of which shave years, off a roof’s lifespan compared with milder lower‑elevation locales.What is the most common cause of roof damage in Helena, Montana?
Ice dams, born of Helena’s winter snowpack and the ceaseless freeze‑thaw cycles are the leading cause of roof damage pushing water beneath the shingles and prompting leaks rot and ice‑related shingle failure.What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Helena, Montana?
In Helena, the season for roofing stretches from late June through September with July and August offering the most favorable conditions. Warm dry summer weather and long daylight hours, at altitude let shingles cure properly while spring freezes, thaws and early snowfall make roof work hazardous. It’s best to wrap up any job by mid‑October before the mountain storms roll back in.Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Helena, Montana?
Out in Helena perched near the Rockies storm‑related roof claims show up fairly often. Most of them are triggered by spring and summer hailstorms with heavy snowfalls and the fierce mountain‑driven winds adding to the mix. Insurers regularly note a jump, in filings after a severe hail event. For the homeowner a roof claim surfaces roughly once every ten to twenty years.What natural disasters in Helena, Montana cause the most roof replacements?
In Helena, Montana the biggest driver of roof replacements is the summer hail and the straight‑line winds that roar out of mountain thunderstorms followed closely by the snow and ice that pile up in winter and then by ember‑ or radiant‑heat damage that creeps in along the wildland‑urban edge, near the South Hills.Top Roofing Contractors in Helena, Montana
Bent Tree Enterprises
3.9
9 reviews
714 Chestnut St
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 936-0343
Montana Construction & Consulting LLC
5
1 review
5540 Rainbow Dr
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 217-6634
Straight Forward Construction LLC
5
1 review
2118 Meagher Rd
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 235-0026
Summit Roofing
4
3 reviews
1401 North Oakes Street
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 443-3922
Rocky Mountain Roofing
1
4 reviews
2309 Wilder Avenue
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 594-2008
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Pure Peak Roofing
4.5
8 reviews
5260 Jay Bird Drive
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 438-5244
Above it All Roofing
3
2 reviews
781 Rainier Road
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 439-3068
J Lyman Roofing
3.6
7 reviews
851 Star Road
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 227-0200
Connor Building & Design
4.7
3 reviews
1170 Rinay Road
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 443-0074
Dalton & Hernandez Inc: Residential Roofing and Repairs
3.7
6 reviews
6280 Sleeping Giant View Drive
Helena, MT 59602
Urban Guy Helena
5
1 review
505 North Sanders Street
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 389-8125
A.P. Roofing & Construction LLC
5
1 review
418 West Custer Avenue
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 465-1254
Ellingson Roofing LLC
5
1 review
2406 Sunlight Circle
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 916-6423
Helena Roof Costs Compared to Other Montana Cities
Billings, MT
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,434
Missoula, MT
- $302 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,736
Great Falls, MT
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,434
Kalispell, MT
- $5,950 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $22,384
Bozeman, MT
- $773 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $15,661