San Diego Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in San Diego, California is $15,795.
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294,507 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in San Diego, CA
$15,795 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in San Diego, CA
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Roof Replacement Cost in San Diego, California
The average cost to replace a roof in San Diego is about $15,795. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in San Diego of 2,122 sqft (21.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.44 per sqft ($744/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 2,122 sqft roof (21.33 squares) in San Diego.
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 San Diego.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,722 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,443 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $11,165 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $14,887 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $18,609 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $22,330 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $26,052 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $29,774 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $33,496 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $37,217 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,656 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $9,311 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $13,967 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $18,623 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $23,279 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $27,934 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $32,590 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $37,246 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $41,902 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $46,557 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $11,333 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $22,667 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $34,000 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $45,334 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $56,667 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $68,001 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $79,334 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $90,668 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $102,001 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $113,335 |
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 San Diego home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,233 |
| 1,000 | $4,466 |
| 1,500 | $6,699 |
| 2,000 | $8,932 |
| 2,500 | $11,165 |
| 3,000 | $13,398 |
| 3,500 | $15,631 |
| 4,000 | $17,864 |
| 4,500 | $20,097 |
| 5,000 | $22,330 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,700 |
| 1,000 | $5,401 |
| 1,500 | $8,101 |
| 2,000 | $10,801 |
| 2,500 | $13,502 |
| 3,000 | $16,202 |
| 3,500 | $18,902 |
| 4,000 | $21,603 |
| 4,500 | $24,303 |
| 5,000 | $27,003 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $6,687 |
| 1,000 | $13,373 |
| 1,500 | $20,060 |
| 2,000 | $26,747 |
| 2,500 | $33,434 |
| 3,000 | $40,120 |
| 3,500 | $46,807 |
| 4,000 | $53,494 |
| 4,500 | $60,181 |
| 5,000 | $66,867 |
San Diego Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 294,507 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,122 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In San Diego, California
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in San Diego, California compared to nearby areas?
Roofing labor in San Diego typically falls between $4 and $8 per foot, still above the rates you’d find in the Inland Empire and Riverside. In Los Angeles and Orange County the cost is on par often just a shade higher largely because of the premium coastal living costs and the extra permits. By comparison the Inland Empire sees prices around $3 to $6 per foot while Los Angeles and Orange County hover, in the $4‑$7 range.Weather & Climate Considerations
How does San Diego, California's weather affect roof lifespan?
San Diego basks in a Mediterranean climate, only about 10, 12 inches of rain each year virtually no snow and roughly 260 sun‑filled days, with the occasional Santa Ana gust breaking the calm. Those gentle conditions keep cycles to a minimum, which helps roofs last longer but the relentless UV exposure and salty sea air chew away at shingles and corrode flashings and strong wind uplift can pry up any roofing that isn’t securely fastened.What is the most common cause of roof damage in San Diego, California?
In San Diego the bulk of roof damage stems from the mix of blazing sun and salty sea air; UV radiation and marine corrosion slowly eat away at shingles, seals and metal flashings and whenever a gusty storm or a winter rainstorm rolls through they can hasten those gradual losses into full‑blown leaks.What is the best time of year to replace a roof in San Diego, California?
In San Diego the favorable window for replacing a roof stretches from late spring into early fall, roughly May, through October, when the Pacific marine layer finally lifts rain is scarce temperatures stay mild enough for adhesives to cure and crews encounter fewer weather delays.Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in San Diego, California?
Because San Diego basks in a Mediterranean climate roof claims caused by storms are a rarity compared with inland cities. The few that do surface usually arrive on the heels of winter Pacific storms or, after a bout of coastal breezes. Hail ever makes an appearance; instead the usual culprits are salt‑laden corrosion and wind‑driven leaks. Claim volumes still spike when El Niño rolls through or when a major tempest hits.What natural disasters in San Diego, California cause the most roof replacements?
In San Diego the majority of roof replacements arise from wildfire damage and the relentless force of Santa Ana winds, which often leave roofs vulnerable, to storms that wash ash and debris onto them. The 2023 Tropical Storm Hilary and the 2003 Cedar Fire illustrate this pattern, Hilary’s rains exposed leaks while the Cedar Fire’s flames ruined shingles. Coastal storms and the occasional hail event account for a smaller number of replacements.Top Roofing Contractors in San Diego, California
Alma Roofing
5
57 reviews
4538 Cass Street
San Diego, CA 92109
(619) 551-3331
Four As Remodeling and Construction Inc
5
1 review
7488 Rowena Street
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 787-3476
Peak Builders & Roofers of San Diego
4.9
118 reviews
8340 Vickers Street
San Diego, CA 92111
(619) 321-9947
Sequoia Roofing
4.7
30 reviews
16466 Bernardo Center Drive
San Diego, CA 92128
(760) 739-7663
SunRun
5
1 review
8090 Arjons Dr
San Diego, CA 92126
(760) 497-7916
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RoofRoof.Biz Inc
5
1 review
4123 Wabash Ave
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 697-1024
Eberhard Benton Roofing
5
14 reviews
3691 Hancock St
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 291-6340
Peak Builders & Roofers of San Diego
5
90 reviews
9484 Chesapeake Drive
San Diego, CA 92123
(619) 566-1911
Smith Roofing Co Inc
5
1 review
4211 Whittier St
San Diego, CA 92107
(619) 224-7663
Sunline Energy Inc
4.6
123 reviews
7340 Trade St Ste H
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 252-2280
San Diego County Roofing & Solar
5
14 reviews
1761 Hotel Cir S
San Diego, CA 92108
(855) 732-6868
TAG Construction Services Inc
5
1 review
7328 Mission Gorge Rd
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 287-3927
San Diego Roofing, INC.
4.4
30 reviews
2811 Adams Avenue
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 280-1000
Pioneer Roofing Company, LLC
5
34 reviews
3111 Camino Del Rio North
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 432-7663
Roofing Specialists of San Diego
4.9
53 reviews
7905 Silverton Avenue
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 922-5903
Shake, Shingle & Roll Roofing
4.8
16 reviews
4858 Mercury Street
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7791
Resilient Roofing
4.7
77 reviews
7950 Dunbrook Road
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 501-2138
Build Brothers Inc.
5
144 reviews
7765 Arjons Drive
San Diego, CA 92126
(760) 566-7734
RSI Roofing
4.7
75 reviews
8285 Buckhorn St
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7200
Good-Men Roofing
5
1 review
3940 Hancock St Ste 220
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 310-2534
San Diego Roof Costs Compared to Other California Cities
Los Angeles, CA
- $9,258 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $25,053
Sacramento, CA
- $1,885 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $17,680
San Jose, CA
- $934 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,729
Bakersfield, CA
- $354 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,149
Fresno, CA
- $402 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,197