Ketchikan Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Ketchikan, Alaska is $21,910.
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9,745 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Ketchikan, AK
$21,910 Average roof replacement cost for Metal roofs in Ketchikan, AK
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The average cost to replace a roof in Ketchikan is about $21,910. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Ketchikan 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 Ketchikan.
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 Ketchikan.
| 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 Ketchikan 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 |
Ketchikan Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 9,745 |
| 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 Ketchikan, Alaska
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Ketchikan, Alaska compared to nearby areas?
The market shows that roofing labor in Ketchikan carries a premium over the norm thanks to barge‑freight expenses a thin supply of crews and the relentless marine weather. Typical rates hover between $50 and $90 per hour or $250 to $450 per 100 sq ft of labor about a ten‑, to twenty‑five‑percent bump compared with Juneau and Sitka. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Ketchikan, Alaska's weather affect roof lifespan?
In Ketchikan, the yearly rain totals 150 inches and the combination of salty sea spray and frequent strong breezes quickly lifts shingles and spurs corrosion. Snowfall is about 30‑40 inches, but still subjects roofs, to freeze‑thaw cycles. Meanwhile the lack of sunlight and the ever‑present cloud cover limit UV wear yet foster moss and algae which can slash a roof’s lifespan unless upkeep is regular. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Ketchikan, Alaska?
In Ketchikan the prime instigator of roof damage is the maritime rain and humidity that coax moss to flourish rot to spread gutters to clog and shingles and flashings to deteriorate while also hastening the corrosive bite of salt spray; it’s the lingering damp, not wind or ice, that most often gives rise, to leaks and erodes the structure. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Ketchikan, Alaska?
In Ketchikan, the optimal window for a roof replacement lands, in July and August when the temperate rainforest finally offers its driest weeks curbing moss growth and the chance of leaks. Extending the schedule from June through September can net additional workable days while sidestepping the heavier rains of fall and winter. Still intermittent showers are the norm, so selecting materials that can tolerate the salty maritime climate is advisable. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Ketchikan, Alaska?
Because Ketchikan sits amid a rainforest drenched in abundant annual rainfall battered by frequent windstorms brushed constantly by salty sea spray and edged by the towering Tongass National Forest that periodically drops its own limbs, storm‑related roof claims surface far more often than they do elsewhere. As a result incidents of wind damage, leaks and tree‑impact injuries to roofs occur with higher frequency than, in Alaska’s comparatively dry interior communities. What natural disasters in Ketchikan, Alaska cause the most roof replacements?
In Ketchikan roofs end up needing replacement because the town lives under a nonstop veil of temperate‑rainforest rain and is constantly battered by salty spray from the Tongass Narrows and Gulf of Alaska storms. Layer on the coastal winds the tenacious growth of moss and the ever‑present threat of rot and every now and then a snow‑laden or rain‑driven landslide and the recipe, for frequent roof work becomes unmistakable. Top Roofing Contractors in Ketchikan, Alaska
Firari Design Company
5
1 review
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 821-8271
Variety Painting & Roofing
5
1 review
3202 Tide Avenue
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-4581
Channel Seamless Gutter & Roof
5
1 review
10805 North Tongass Highway
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-3147
Ketchikan 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
Juneau, AK
- $1,757 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $18,293
Eagle River, AK
- $5,470 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $25,520
Wasilla, AK
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $20,050