Boulder Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Boulder, Colorado is $19,647.
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34,650 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Boulder, CO
$19,647 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Boulder, CO
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The average cost to replace a roof in Boulder is about $19,647. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Boulder of 2,822 sqft (28.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.96 per sqft ($696/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 2,822 sqft roof (28.33 squares) in Boulder.
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 Boulder.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,481 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,962 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,443 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,924 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $17,405 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $20,886 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $24,367 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $27,848 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $31,329 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $34,810 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $8,380 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $16,761 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $25,141 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $33,521 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $41,902 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $50,282 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $58,662 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $67,043 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $75,423 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $83,803 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,696 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,392 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $11,088 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $14,784 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $18,480 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $22,177 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $25,873 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $29,569 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $33,265 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $36,961 |
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 Boulder home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,089 |
| 1,000 | $4,177 |
| 1,500 | $6,266 |
| 2,000 | $8,355 |
| 2,500 | $10,443 |
| 3,000 | $12,532 |
| 3,500 | $14,620 |
| 4,000 | $16,709 |
| 4,500 | $18,798 |
| 5,000 | $20,886 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $5,196 |
| 1,000 | $10,392 |
| 1,500 | $15,587 |
| 2,000 | $20,783 |
| 2,500 | $25,979 |
| 3,000 | $31,175 |
| 3,500 | $36,371 |
| 4,000 | $41,566 |
| 4,500 | $46,762 |
| 5,000 | $51,958 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,255 |
| 1,000 | $4,509 |
| 1,500 | $6,764 |
| 2,000 | $9,018 |
| 2,500 | $11,273 |
| 3,000 | $13,528 |
| 3,500 | $15,782 |
| 4,000 | $18,037 |
| 4,500 | $20,292 |
| 5,000 | $22,546 |
Boulder Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 34,650 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,822 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Boulder, Colorado
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Boulder, Colorado compared to nearby areas?
In Boulder roofing labor typically runs $2.50, $5.50 per foot, about a 10 % to 25 % premium, over Denver and roughly a 5 % to 20 % bump compared with Longmont. The higher price reflects steep mountain‑side roofs, stricter building codes, higher wages and heftier permit fees while seasonal hail and tricky site access can push rates up further. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Boulder, Colorado's weather affect roof lifespan?
Boulder perches at about 5,430 feet, where the sun burns hard and the city enjoys 300 sunny days a year. Precipitation is modest overall. Winter brings frequent snow and the Front Range can unleash sudden gusty breezes. Those intense UV rays accelerate shingle wear while repeated freeze‑thaw cycles, hefty snow loads and occasional ice dams stress flashings and roof valleys. Meanwhile wind and hail have a knack, for lifting or bruising roofing materials. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Boulder, Colorado?
Boulder’s roofs are often battered by hail that arrives with Front Range summer thunderstorms, particularly, over the Flatirons. The harsh high‑altitude UV, swift freeze‑thaw swings and gusty winds all conspire to quicken shingle deterioration. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Boulder, Colorado?
In the foothills of Boulder’s Front Range the prime windows for shingle adhesion fall into two distinct periods: late spring, just after the snow has melted but before the summer monsoons arrive, roughly mid‑May, through mid‑June, and early fall stretching from September into early October. In those intervals afternoons tend to stay dry freeze‑thaw cycles become uncommon. The intense sun and gusty winds mellow enough to let the shingles set securely. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Boulder, Colorado?
Storm‑related roof claims are an occurrence, in Boulder a by‑product of the foothills amplifying hail, of canyon and downslope winds whipping across the area and of heavy wet snow that tends to build stubborn ice dams. These claims reach their zenith during the spring and summer hailstorms. They surge again after winter’s relentless freeze‑thaw cycles. According to insurers the claim frequency here eclipses that observed in many adjacent plains communities. What natural disasters in Boulder, Colorado cause the most roof replacements?
In Boulder roof replacements tend to follow the region’s weather. Severe hailstorms, wildfires and strong wind events. The local record highlights a striking cases: a massive spring hailstorm that battered rooftops the Marshall Fire of December 2021 that ripped roofs off homes the 2013 Colorado floods and the 2010 Fourmile Canyon Fire, each sparking widespread roof rebuilding. Top Roofing Contractors in Boulder, Colorado
Signature Services Roofing
4.6
8 reviews
4450 Arapahoe Avenue
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 909-6226
Black Roofing & Waterproofing
3.9
34 reviews
6115 Ben Pl Ste A
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 449-5176
Boulder Roofing LLC
4.7
73 reviews
3551 Pearl St
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 443-4646
Zurn Ply Roofing
5
1 review
280 S 68th St
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 748-3487
Van Lier Roofing
5
10 reviews
4699 Nautilus Court South
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 440-0510
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1st Response Roofing Ltd.
4.9
54 reviews
3490 Fordham Court
Boulder, CO 80305
(303) 829-2588
Roof Masters of Colorado
4.8
40 reviews
1360 Bluebell Avenue
Boulder, CO 80302
(720) 536-5585
Thomsen Roofing
5
12 reviews
2263 Linden Drive
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 442-4031
Jared & Sons Roofers LLC
4.5
21 reviews
2432 Baseline Road
Boulder, CO 80305
(970) 387-7576
Ninja Roofs of Boulder
5
2 reviews
4571 Broadway
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 776-9996
Mighty Dog Roofing
4.8
15 reviews
4699 Nautilus Court South
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 622-3886
Morrison Roofing and Restoration
5
1 review
3005 8th Street
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 895-5541
Palazzo Roofing LLC
5
1 review
4080 Evans Drive
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 384-5108
Boulder Roofing and Gutters
5
1 review
1695 Norwood Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
ABC Metal Roofing
3.4
5 reviews
2435 Yarmouth Avenue
Boulder, CO 80301
(720) 647-9058
Black Swan Roofing
5
1 review
625 South 44th Street
Boulder, CO 80305
(303) 818-9121
Roof Technologies, LLC
5
1 review
1942 Broadway
Boulder, CO 80302
(855) 766-3001
Boulder Roofings and Gutters
5
1 review
2000 Iris Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
Scott’s Roofing
5
1 review
1495 Canyon Boulevard
Boulder, CO 80302
(303) 747-5768
Boulder Roof Costs Compared to Other Colorado Cities
Denver, CO
- $7,577 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $27,224
Colorado Springs, CO
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $19,647
Aurora, CO
- $7,670 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,977
Littleton, CO
- $8,394 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,253
Pueblo, CO
- $1,702 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $17,945