Kenai Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Kenai, Alaska is $21,910.
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1,498 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Kenai, AK
$21,910 Average roof replacement cost for Metal roofs in Kenai, AK
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The average cost to replace a roof in Kenai is about $21,910. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Kenai of 1,518 sqft (15.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Metal, which run about $14.43 per sqft ($1,443/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 1,518 sqft roof (15.33 squares) in Kenai.
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 Kenai.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $7,217 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $14,433 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $21,650 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $28,867 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $36,084 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $43,300 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $50,517 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $57,734 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $64,951 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $72,167 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,529 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,057 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,586 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $14,115 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $17,643 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $21,172 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $24,701 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $28,229 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $31,758 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $35,287 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,965 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $9,929 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $14,894 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $19,859 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $24,823 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $29,788 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $34,753 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $39,718 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $44,682 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $49,647 |
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 Kenai home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $4,474 |
| 1,000 | $8,949 |
| 1,500 | $13,423 |
| 2,000 | $17,897 |
| 2,500 | $22,372 |
| 3,000 | $26,846 |
| 3,500 | $31,321 |
| 4,000 | $35,795 |
| 4,500 | $40,269 |
| 5,000 | $44,744 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,117 |
| 1,000 | $4,234 |
| 1,500 | $6,352 |
| 2,000 | $8,469 |
| 2,500 | $10,586 |
| 3,000 | $12,703 |
| 3,500 | $14,820 |
| 4,000 | $16,938 |
| 4,500 | $19,055 |
| 5,000 | $21,172 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $3,028 |
| 1,000 | $6,057 |
| 1,500 | $9,085 |
| 2,000 | $12,114 |
| 2,500 | $15,142 |
| 3,000 | $18,171 |
| 3,500 | $21,199 |
| 4,000 | $24,228 |
| 4,500 | $27,256 |
| 5,000 | $30,285 |
Kenai Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 1,498 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 1,518 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Metal |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Kenai, Alaska
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Kenai, Alaska compared to nearby areas?
In Kenai roofing labor tends to sit around $50‑$95 per hour, above Anchorage’s $40‑$80 bracket a difference largely driven by freight costs and seasonal constraints. The rate lines up closely with nearby Soldotna yet it usually remains lower than what’s charged in the more remote Peninsula locales, like Homer or the tiniest villages, where prices can spike to $80‑$130 because of limited crew availability and the added expense of transporting materials. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Kenai, Alaska's weather affect roof lifespan?
Kenais perch, on Cook Inlet invites rain, hefty seasonal snowfalls, salty spray and gusty squalls. Summer brings daylight hours while winter stays cloud‑filled; that mix breeds ice dams, relentless freeze‑thaw cycling, corrosion and extra roof loading all of which shave down the usual lifespan of conventional shingles compared with the drier interior of Alaska. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Kenai, Alaska?
In Kenai the frequent roof damage stems from heavy snowfall and ice damming, byproducts of the Cook Inlet’s maritime climate and the ceaseless freeze‑thaw cycle. Those forces bring leaks lift shingles cause gutter failure and add load to the structure. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Kenai, Alaska?
In Kenai, Alaska, the window for swapping out a roof lands in the summer months, June through August, when temperatures stay above freezing any lingering snow has melted precipitation is, at its lowest and the long daylight hours make it easier for crews to get the job done. By contrast winter and early spring bring snow, ice and freezing temperatures that hamper shingle adhesion and limit access. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Kenai, Alaska?
Storm‑related roof claims are a feature in Kenai, particularly from the tail end of fall, through the early days of spring. In that window the Gulf of Alaska unleashes soggy, weighty snow and gusts so strong they peel shingles away forge ice dams. On unlucky days fling whole trees onto rooftops. Local insurers tally a stream of such claims each winter and once the tempest subsides a sizable portion of homeowners find themselves wrestling with roof repairs, or when the damage is extensive facing the prospect of a complete replacement. What natural disasters in Kenai, Alaska cause the most roof replacements?
In Kenai, Alaska the chief reasons roofs end up needing replacement are the burden of deep snow and occasional ice‑dam failures the gale‑force winds that surge in from Gulf of Alaska storms the jarring shakes of earthquakes, especially the 1964 Good Friday quake and the tremors of the 2018 Anchorage event, and on rarer occasions the onslaught of tsunamis or flooding, along Cook Inlet. Top Roofing Contractors in Kenai, Alaska
Hanson’s Roofing
5
4 reviews
309 Birch Street
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-3419
Chess Roofing & Carpentry
5
1 review
697 Sycamore Circle
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-4996
Expert Additions
5
1 review
106 Baker Street
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-7364
Hansen Contracting LLC
5
1 review
52793 Warren Avenue
Kenai, AK 99611
138 Construction LLC
5
1 review
14063 Kenai Spur Highway
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 513-1378
Kenai Roof Costs Compared to Other Alaska Cities
Anchorage, AK
- $5,470 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $25,520
Fairbanks, AK
- $4,052 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $15,998
Ketchikan, AK
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $20,050
Juneau, AK
- $1,757 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $18,293
Eagle River, AK
- $5,470 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $25,520