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The average cost to replace a roof in San Jose, California is $16,729.

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$16,729 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in San Jose, CA

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Roof Replacement Cost in San Jose, California

The average cost to replace a roof in San Jose is about $16,729. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in San Jose of 2,386 sqft (24.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.01 per sqft ($701/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 2,386 sqft roof (24.00 squares) in San Jose.

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

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 Jose.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.01/sqft ($701/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,506
1,00010$7,011
1,50015$10,517
2,00020$14,023
2,50025$17,528
3,00030$21,034
3,50035$24,540
4,00040$28,045
4,50045$31,551
5,00050$35,057
Concrete
$9.31/sqft ($931/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,656
1,00010$9,311
1,50015$13,967
2,00020$18,623
2,50025$23,279
3,00030$27,934
3,50035$32,590
4,00040$37,246
4,50045$41,902
5,00050$46,557
Clay Terra Cotta
$22.67/sqft ($2,267/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$11,333
1,00010$22,667
1,50015$34,000
2,00020$45,334
2,50025$56,667
3,00030$68,001
3,50035$79,334
4,00040$90,668
4,50045$102,001
5,00050$113,335
Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

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 Jose home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.01/sqft ($701/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,103
1,000$4,207
1,500$6,310
2,000$8,414
2,500$10,517
3,000$12,620
3,500$14,724
4,000$16,827
4,500$18,931
5,000$21,034
Concrete
$9.31/sqft ($931/square)
SQFTVALUE 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
Clay Terra Cotta
$22.67/sqft ($2,267/square)
SQFTVALUE 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
Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

San Jose Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned208,955
Average roof size (with pitch)2,386 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle
Calculated by our AI roofing tech and populated from the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In San Jose, California

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in San Jose, California compared to nearby areas? Roofing labor in San Jose typically falls between $4.50 and $7.50 per foot, about 5‑10 % cheaper than San Francisco roughly on par with Sunnyvale and Santa Clara yet 10‑25 % higher than inland South Bay towns such, as Gilroy mainly because Bay‑Area wages are steeper and the seismic and permit requirements are more stringent.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does San Jose, California's weather affect roof lifespan? With about 15 inches of rain a year and virtually no snowfall San Jose avoids most moisture‑related and freeze‑induced roof damage.. The city basks in roughly 300 sun‑filled days and the relentless UV exposure can coax shingles and membranes to dry out crack and fade far faster than elsewhere. Occasionally winter storms drift, in and the Santa Clara Valley’s gusty breezes are strong enough to lift roofing. The salt corrosion that plagues true coastal towns remains minimal here.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in San Jose, California? The chief culprit, in San Jose is the drawn‑out blaze of sun and heat which drives aging and relentless thermal cycling of roof shingles and tiles. The city’s Mediterranean‑type climate, valley sunlight, sweltering summers and the ever‑present oak and eucalyptus debris all speed up granule loss, cracking and leaks and when winter rains arrive they lay bare the age‑related failures.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in San Jose, California? In San Jose, the optimal window for a roof replacement lies between spring and early fall, about May through October, when the area’s Mediterranean‑type dry season curtails rain delays. May June or September are months, for avoiding the scorching midsummer heat that blankets the Santa Clara Valley while the November‑to‑March period should be avoided because of winter storms.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in San Jose, California? Storm‑related roof claims in San Jose are rarer than, in hail‑prone locales. They surge whenever winter atmospheric rivers or strong Pacific storms roll in. The usual suspects are rain‑driven leaks, broken tiles and flashing, oak or eucalyptus limbs that end up on the roof and wind‑induced uplift of aging shingles.
What natural disasters in San Jose, California cause the most roof replacements? In San Jose roofs often end up being replaced after the three big culprits: earthquakes, wildfire exposure and the pounding of intense winter storms. The jolts from quakes, think the 1989 Loma Prieta event and the region’s ongoing Bay Area seismic activity, can cripple a roof’s structure. Meanwhile fires like the 2020 SCU Lightning Complex and the surrounding wildfires subject roofs to scorching heat, flying embers and a blanket of ash.. When atmospheric‑river storms slam the coast the relentless moisture finds its way, into seams leading to leaks and rot.

Top Roofing Contractors in San Jose, California

Clean Roofing

4.4

33 reviews

224 North 27th Street
San Jose, CA 95116

(888) 336-2115

Signature Cleaning Group

5

1 review

123 Anywhere Street
San Jose, CA 95119

(831) 521-1918

South Creek Roofing & Waterproofing Inc.

5

1 review

30 Lewis Road
San Jose, CA 95111

(669) 333-6805

Simmitri Inc

4.8

99 reviews

6203 San Ignacio Ave Ste 110
San Jose, CA 95119

(408) 779-3333

Good Vibes Roofing and Siding

5

1 review

3103 Haven Flint Drive
San Jose, CA 95148

(669) 264-7084

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Master Craft Roofing

4.8

23 reviews

6525 Crown Boulevard
San Jose, CA 95160

(408) 472-4668

Moctezuma Roofing INC

5

1 review

6104 Butano Court
San Jose, CA 95123

(510) 544-9650

Affordable Roofing & Solar

5

1 review

6203 San Ignacio Avenue
San Jose, CA 95119

(408) 201-4052

Falcon Roofing

3.3

7 reviews

13088 Potts Dr
San Jose, CA 95111

(408) 225-1705

EJI Infinite Roofing Company

5

1 review

935 Princess Anne Dr
San Jose, CA 95128

(408) 910-3686

California Roofing Company Inc

4.6

8 reviews

1595 S 10th St
San Jose, CA 95112

(408) 293-7977

Legacy Roofing & Waterproofing Inc

4.4

9 reviews

1698 Rogers Ave Ste 10
San Jose, CA 95112

(408) 467-0150

Master Craft Roofing

5

1 review

6525 Crown Blvd Unit 20697
San Jose, CA 95160

(209) 214-5138

More Quality Roofing

5

1 review

3170 Williams Rd
San Jose, CA 95117

(408) 250-5843

South Valley Roofing Inc

5

1 review

2767 Aiello Dr
San Jose, CA 95111

(800) 705-7663

Cupertino Roofing Inc

5

1 review

1052 Kelly Dr
San Jose, CA 95129

(408) 973-9427

Simon Says Roofing Inc

5

1 review

3012 Beckley Dr
San Jose, CA 95135

(408) 531-9700

Roofs By Reveille Inc

5

1 review

545D Meridian Ave # 59363
San Jose, CA 95126

(408) 444-3041

Pro Roofing

5

1 review

1662 Pinetree Ct
San Jose, CA 95131

(650) 477-6291

Apex Roofing & Waterproofing Inc

5

1 review

2211 Fortune Dr Ste C
San Jose, CA 95131

(408) 785-9019

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San Jose Roof Costs Compared to Other California Cities

Los Angeles, CA

  • $8,324 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $25,053

San Diego, CA

  • $934 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $15,795

Sacramento, CA

  • $951 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $17,680

Bakersfield, CA

  • $580 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,149

Fresno, CA

  • $532 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,197
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.