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The average cost to replace a roof in Tempe, Arizona is $54,566.

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$54,566 Average roof replacement cost for Clay Terra Cotta roofs in Tempe, AZ

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The average cost to replace a roof in Tempe is about $54,566. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Tempe of 3,531 sqft (35.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Clay Terra Cotta, which run about $15.45 per sqft ($1,545/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 3,531 sqft roof (35.33 squares) in Tempe.

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 Tempe.

Clay Terra Cotta
$15.45/sqft ($1,545/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$7,727
1,00010$15,453
1,50015$23,180
2,00020$30,907
2,50025$38,634
3,00030$46,360
3,50035$54,087
4,00040$61,814
4,50045$69,540
5,00050$77,267
Concrete
$10.40/sqft ($1,040/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$5,201
1,00010$10,403
1,50015$15,604
2,00020$20,805
2,50025$26,007
3,00030$31,208
3,50035$36,409
4,00040$41,611
4,50045$46,812
5,00050$52,014
Asphalt Shingle
$5.24/sqft ($524/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$2,622
1,00010$5,243
1,50015$7,865
2,00020$10,486
2,50025$13,108
3,00030$15,730
3,50035$18,351
4,00040$20,973
4,50045$23,595
5,00050$26,216

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 Tempe home.

Clay Terra Cotta
$15.45/sqft ($1,545/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,559
1,000$9,118
1,500$13,676
2,000$18,235
2,500$22,794
3,000$27,353
3,500$31,911
4,000$36,470
4,500$41,029
5,000$45,588
Concrete
$10.40/sqft ($1,040/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$3,017
1,000$6,034
1,500$9,050
2,000$12,067
2,500$15,084
3,000$18,101
3,500$21,117
4,000$24,134
4,500$27,151
5,000$30,168
Asphalt Shingle
$5.24/sqft ($524/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,573
1,000$3,146
1,500$4,719
2,000$6,292
2,500$7,865
3,000$9,438
3,500$11,011
4,000$12,584
4,500$14,157
5,000$15,730

Tempe Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned45,739
Average roof size (with pitch)3,531 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeClay Terra Cotta

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Tempe, Arizona

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Tempe, Arizona compared to nearby areas?

In Tempe the cost of roofing labor usually lands in the $1.50‑$4.50 per square‑foot band. That bracket tends to sit a shade below Scottsdale’s figures. Mirrors what’s common in Phoenix and Mesa, a result of the city’s tight urban grid, straightforward access to job sites and the dominance of asphalt shingles that keep prices in check. When the work veers into specialty territory, such as restoring homes or tackling university‑area residences, the rate can climb to $5‑$7, per square foot.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Tempe, Arizona's weather affect roof lifespan?

Tempes scorching desert. Sweltering heat, together with relentless UV exposure and constant thermal cycling gnaw at asphalt shingles and sealants trimming their service life by several years. Each monsoon season delivers downpours gusty storms and, at times massive dust‑laden winds, haboobs, that scour and lift roof surfaces. Snow is essentially a non‑issue,. Occasional intense rain can create ponding and the citys urban heat‑island effect adds extra stress to the roof.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Tempe, Arizona?

In Tempe the leading cause of roof damage is the desert sun combined with extreme heat, UV radiation that slowly eats away at shingles and roofing membranes leading to cracks, granule loss and broken seals. When summer temperatures climb above 110 °F and dust‑laden monsoon storms roll in from, near Tempe Town Lake the deterioration speeds up dramatically.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Tempe, Arizona?

In Tempe the ideal windows for roof replacement are the shoulder seasons, spring (March to May). Fall (October , to November). By then the Tempe Town Lake events have largely wound down temperatures are gentler than the midsummer scorch. The monsoon risk is low. The June‑through‑September monsoon stretch and the extreme heat of July and August which can strain both installers and shingles are best avoided.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Tempe, Arizona?

Storm‑related roof claims appear with frequency in Tempe peaking during the summer monsoon. When strong gusts, dust storms or occasional hail strike they often crack clay tiles lift shingles and hurl debris that can slam into roofs or force leaks. The older flat‑roofed neighborhoods, near Arizona State University and Tempe Town Lake tend to generate the bulk of these claims.

What natural disasters in Tempe, Arizona cause the most roof replacements?

Across Tempe the summer monsoon season, punctuated by hail and the fierce dust‑laden haboobs, drives the bulk of roof replacements. Most of the damage stems from winds and water intrusion issues that are amplified by flash‑flood events and the tendency of water to pool on roofs near Tempe Town Lake, a pattern that became especially pronounced after the lingering rains from Hurricane Hilary’s remnants, in 2023.

Top Roofing Contractors in Tempe, Arizona

Gleason Roofing llc

4.7

97 reviews

2447 West 12th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281

(336) 306-3380

Monument Roofing

5

1 review

64 East Broadway Road
Tempe, AZ 85282

(480) 442-5695

Gryphon Companies, Inc

4.9

799 reviews

2128 East Cedar Street
Tempe, AZ 85281

(602) 810-6222

Next Gen Coating & Roofing Systems

5

1 review

1220 W Alameda Dr Ste 119
Tempe, AZ 85282

(692) 908-6884

Gastelum & Sons Roofing Co.

4.8

20 reviews

1524 West 5th Place
Tempe, AZ 85281

(623) 252-1855

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Phoenix Roofing and Remodeling

5

41 reviews

5200 South Lakeshore Drive
Tempe, AZ 85283

(602) 877-6455

Zona Roofing LLC

4.8

293 reviews

1724 W 10th Pl Ste 1
Tempe, AZ 85281

(480) 656-3999

Five Guys Roofing

5

31 reviews

64 East Broadway Road
Tempe, AZ 85282

(480) 771-7370

Roofing Consultants of Arizona

3.8

19 reviews

1505 East Weber Drive
Tempe, AZ 85281

(480) 941-5486

Dylan & Sons Roofers

4.9

34 reviews

767 West Baseline Road
Tempe, AZ 85283

(480) 613-5020

A-Resilient Contracting

5

9 reviews

60 East Rio Salado Parkway
Tempe, AZ 85281

(480) 692-8493

Roof LLC

5

1 review

621 South 48th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281

(480) 601-2690

Healthy Structures Roofing And Construction

5

34 reviews

1404 East Lemon Street
Tempe, AZ 85281

(480) 396-6760

Genco Roofing

4

4 reviews

1210 West Alameda Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282

(480) 557-5300

Aspire Contracting

4.9

35 reviews

40 West Baseline Road
Tempe, AZ 85283

(480) 566-7180

Shamrock Roofing Services

4.3

35 reviews

201 East Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282

(480) 888-6648

DMC Roofing

5

5 reviews

5245 South Kyrene Road
Tempe, AZ 85283

(480) 844-7663

Rob’s Roofing LLC, AZ

5

1 review

2215 South 48th Street
Tempe, AZ 85282

(833) 410-9663

Tempe Roofing Company

5

1 review

2105 West 5th Place
Tempe, AZ 85281

(480) 764-2022

Revolution Roofers

5

13 reviews

5235 S Kyrene Rd Ste 7
Tempe, AZ 85283

(480) 590-5186

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Tempe Roof Costs Compared to Other Arizona Cities

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  • $3,728 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,138

Tucson, AZ

  • $360 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $15,506

Mesa, AZ

  • $588 less expensive
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Scottsdale, AZ

  • $9,204 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $25,070

Glendale, AZ

  • About the same
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