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The average cost to replace a roof in Tucson, Arizona is $54,256.

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$54,256 Average roof replacement cost for Clay Terra Cotta roofs in Tucson, AZ

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The average cost to replace a roof in Tucson is about $54,256. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Tucson of 3,519 sqft (35.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Clay Terra Cotta, which run about $15.42 per sqft ($1,542/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 3,519 sqft roof (35.33 squares) in Tucson.

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 Tucson.

Clay Terra Cotta
$15.42/sqft ($1,542/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$7,709
1,00010$15,418
1,50015$23,127
2,00020$30,836
2,50025$38,545
3,00030$46,254
3,50035$53,963
4,00040$61,672
4,50045$69,381
5,00050$77,090
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
$5.59/sqft ($559/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$2,793
1,00010$5,586
1,50015$8,379
2,00020$11,171
2,50025$13,964
3,00030$16,757
3,50035$19,550
4,00040$22,343
4,50045$25,136
5,00050$27,929

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 Tucson home.

Clay Terra Cotta
$15.42/sqft ($1,542/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,548
1,000$9,097
1,500$13,645
2,000$18,193
2,500$22,742
3,000$27,290
3,500$31,838
4,000$36,387
4,500$40,935
5,000$45,483
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
$5.59/sqft ($559/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,676
1,000$3,351
1,500$5,027
2,000$6,703
2,500$8,379
3,000$10,054
3,500$11,730
4,000$13,406
4,500$15,081
5,000$16,757

Tucson Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned323,987
Average roof size (with pitch)3,519 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeClay Terra Cotta

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Tucson, Arizona

Labor Costs

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

In the sun‑baked stretch of Tucson the price tag on roofing labor usually lands in the lower‑mid tier when stacked against Phoenix hovering around $3 to $6 per foot for shingle jobs and $5 to $9, for tile, an outcome of the city’s abundant cadre of tile‑savvy crews and the seasonal surge that monsoon months bring. Still those numbers tend to outpace Yuma while staying shy of Flagstaff’s where the twin demands of snow‑proofing and tackling steep‑pitch roofs inflate labor rates.

Weather & Climate Considerations

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

The Sonoran Desert sun that bathes Tucson pours out on 350 days each year. Summers routinely climb to around 100 °F and the sharp swing between scorching days and cooler nights speeds up UV and thermal wear trimming the life of an asphalt roof down, to fifteen to twenty‑five years. The city averages 12.7 inches of rain annually yet monsoon bursts bring fierce gusts swirling dust and the occasional hailstone, all of which can pry up shingles and sandblast them. Snow ever falls so freeze‑thaw damage is an uncommon worry.

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

Here, in Tucson the roof’s biggest enemy is the endless blaze of the Sonoran Desert sun paired with scorching heat. UV rays wear down shingles set off cycles and bleed away granules while monsoon squalls and tossed debris can batter the roof in a flash. Still the slow creeping wear is essentially a story.

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

Here in Tucson the optimal window for swapping out a roof runs from autumn into early spring, roughly October through April, when the Sonoran Desert finally offers milder weather and the monsoon rains have cleared. It’s best to skip the mid‑June to September monsoon stretch and the peak of summer as those conditions make shingle sealing tricky and raise safety concerns, for the crew.

Insurance & Storms

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

In Tucson storm‑related roof claims surge during the summer monsoon when wind gusts, haboobs, heavy rain and occasional hail batter aging shingles and the relentless Sonoran Desert sun hastens their wear making July through September more claim‑heavy, than any other months.

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

Most roof replacements in Tucson trace back, to three agents: the monsoon‑season microbursts and tumbling haboobs that scour the Sonoran Desert, the intermittent severe thunderstorms that fling hail and blast straight‑line winds and the flash‑flood waters that pour into homes, an outcome laid bare by Hurricane Hilary’s 2023 moisture surge.

Top Roofing Contractors in Tucson, Arizona

ProWest Roofing & Restoration

5

1 review

3815 North Oracle Road
Tucson, AZ 85705

(520) 435-9556

Ches Roofing

5

1 review

3017 North Balboa Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85705

(520) 282-9305

Bear Canyon Roofing

4.9

18 reviews

3419 East Alvord Road
Tucson, AZ 85706

(520) 442-5908

ABRC

5

1 review

1651 West Wetmore Road
Tucson, AZ 85705

(520) 981-4008

Modern Desert Roofing

4.9

35 reviews

225 East Valencia Road
Tucson, AZ 85706

(520) 445-5137

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Progressive Roofing

4.7

30 reviews

4222 W Jeremy Pl
Tucson, AZ 85741

(520) 744-6707

Franco Roofing Systems LLC

4

7 reviews

1060 N Camino Seco
Tucson, AZ 85710

(520) 722-9984

Southern Arizona Roof Associates

4.9

73 reviews

3429 E Kleindale Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716

(520) 438-7663

Eagle Roofing LLC

5

5 reviews

3161 E 45th St
Tucson, AZ 85713

(520) 884-7663

West Coast Roofing LLC

4.6

87 reviews

3311 N Chapel Ave
Tucson, AZ 85716

(520) 849-7241

Skyland Roofing & Restoration LLC

4.9

30 reviews

723 W Irvington Rd
Tucson, AZ 85713

(520) 719-5431

B&M Roofing

4.8

121 reviews

1627 North Swan Road
Tucson, AZ 85712

(520) 460-5331

Scott Roofing Company

4.2

45 reviews

2602 East Ganley Road
Tucson, AZ 85706

(520) 979-3910

Canyon Roofing, LLC

4.9

200 reviews

7454 East Broadway Boulevard
Tucson, AZ 85710

(520) 288-8282

Desert Sky Roofing

5

72 reviews

437 West Thurber Road
Tucson, AZ 85705

(520) 214-0172

Roofsavers Locke Roofing

4.3

130 reviews

3872 East 34th Street
Tucson, AZ 85713

(520) 884-1288

Strategy Builders Contracting

4.5

39 reviews

656 North Belvedere Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85711

(520) 373-9143

Lyons Roofing

4.4

79 reviews

895 West Grant Road
Tucson, AZ 85705

(520) 447-2522

Universal Roofing Tucson

4.2

98 reviews

115 East Plata Street
Tucson, AZ 85705

(520) 724-0000

DR Roofing & Restoration LLC

5

1 review

1652 W San Lucas Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704

(602) 550-9508

Map of Roofing Contractors in Tucson, Arizona

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  • $6,193 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $9,313

Mesa, AZ

  • $228 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $15,278

Scottsdale, AZ

  • $9,564 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $25,070

Glendale, AZ

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Chandler, AZ

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  • Avg Cost: $14,741