Denver Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Denver, Colorado is $27,224.
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279,616 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Denver, CO
$27,224 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Denver, CO
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The average cost to replace a roof in Denver is about $27,224. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Denver of 4,172 sqft (41.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.53 per sqft ($653/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 4,172 sqft roof (41.67 squares) in Denver.
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 Denver.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,263 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,525 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $9,788 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,051 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $16,314 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $19,576 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $22,839 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $26,102 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $29,364 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $32,627 |
| 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 Denver home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $1,958 |
| 1,000 | $3,915 |
| 1,500 | $5,873 |
| 2,000 | $7,830 |
| 2,500 | $9,788 |
| 3,000 | $11,746 |
| 3,500 | $13,703 |
| 4,000 | $15,661 |
| 4,500 | $17,619 |
| 5,000 | $19,576 |
| 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 |
Denver Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 279,616 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 4,172 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Denver, Colorado
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Denver, Colorado compared to nearby areas?
In Denver roofing labor typically runs $1.80 to $3.50 per foot, about 5 % to 20 % higher than in Aurora or Lakewood, thanks to the Mile‑High altitude frequent snow, stricter permitting and a stronger demand, for workers. Boulder’s rates can. Even exceed Denver’s while Colorado Springs and the more rural parts of the state generally come in 10 % to 25 % cheaper. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Denver, Colorado's weather affect roof lifespan?
Denver’s lofty elevation cranks up UV exposure. Triggers rapid temperature swings that wear shingle faster. The city only sees, about 15 inches of rain each year. It endures roughly 50‑60 inches of snow which brings freeze‑thaw stress and ice‑dam formation. Add the gusty breezes and occasional hail and the roof’s lifespan shortens further while the abundant sunshine accelerates UV‑induced degradation. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Denver, Colorado?
When it comes to roof woes in Denver hail leads the pack. The mile‑high stretch of the Front Range with the frequent late‑spring hailstorms leaves shingles cracked and metal panels dented. On top of that rapid temperature swings, heavy snow loads and the relentless sun also take their toll. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Denver, Colorado?
Roofing in Denver is most advisable from May through September, when the lingering freeze finally ends temperatures consistently stay above 45 °F and dry windows become more common helping to sidestep both the spring freeze and the typical summer afternoon thunderstorms. June and September, in particular are ideal: the high‑altitude sun is milder temperature swings are less abrupt. The risk of snow is essentially nil. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Denver, Colorado?
Roof claims tied to storms surface in Denver with regularity, driven by the city’s spring‑and‑summer parade of hail and gusty winds. Hail, by far the offender storms through the metro area in multiple severe bouts most years pushing the local roof‑claim frequency well above the national average. The uptick reaches its apex from May through August a window that often spawns thousands of roof‑and‑siding claims, across the region during the seasons. What natural disasters in Denver, Colorado cause the most roof replacements?
In Denver the biggest triggers for roof replacement are the hail and high‑wind thunderstorms that sweep the Front Range, particularly the spring‑summer hailstorms, like the June 2017 Denver metro event that ripped shingles to shreds. Heavy wet snow and the nearby threat of the Marshall Fire bring fewer replacements but when they do happen they tend to be especially severe. Top Roofing Contractors in Denver, Colorado
Mountain Top Roofing
4.7
35 reviews
4155 East Jewell Avenue
Denver, CO 80222
(720) 675-6161
Mountain Top Roofing
4.7
35 reviews
4155 East Jewell Avenue
Denver, CO 80222
(720) 675-6161
Shamrock Roofing and Construction
4.8
33 reviews
1978 South Acoma Street
Denver, CO 80223
(913) 850-6556
Anderson Construction
4.3
44 reviews
1401 Lawrence Street
Denver, CO 80202
(720) 614-1142
Archibeque Roofing, Inc.
5
11 reviews
850 West 70th Avenue
Denver, CO 80221
(720) 297-0436
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Baba Roof Guru
5
1 review
1000 West 47th Avenue
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 847-9290
Dad and Son Innovation
5
1 review
1616 East 78th Avenue
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 944-5694
Bear Brothers Roofing LLC
4.8
98 reviews
7245 Gilpin Way Ste 280
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 422-2725
Bauen Roofing
4.9
10 reviews
801 E 52nd Ave
Denver, CO 80216
(303) 297-3311
Alpine Roofing Ltd
4.5
12 reviews
4780 York St
Denver, CO 80216
(303) 295-7769
Colorado Family Roofing
5
1 review
2330 N Broadway Ste 106
Denver, CO 80205
(970) 501-8125
Commercial Roofing Contractor LLC
5
70 reviews
5300 Broadway
Denver, CO 80216
(720) 301-6472
Core Roofing
4.9
295 reviews
4049 Saint Paul St
Denver, CO 80216
(303) 295-2220
CoreVenture Exteriors
5
1 review
1249 S Pearl St
Denver, CO 80210
(720) 234-7414
CMC
5
1 review
3801 E 50th Ave
Denver, CO 80216
(303) 447-9400
Citywide Roofing & Exteriors
4.3
65 reviews
7808 E Cherry Creek South Dr Ste 406
Denver, CO 80231
(303) 940-7238
Bailey Roofing & Exteriors
5
59 reviews
4610 S Ulster St Ste 150
Denver, CO 80237
(303) 993-3739
Elite Construction
4.6
154 reviews
800 E 64th Ave Unit 7
Denver, CO 80229
(720) 446-9633
Elite Roofing
4.9
373 reviews
5475 Peoria St Ste 4-106
Denver, CO 80239
(303) 296-0361
ECO Roof and Solar
4.4
119 reviews
389 S Lipan St
Denver, CO 80223
(303) 484-9854
Denver Roof Costs Compared to Other Colorado Cities
Colorado Springs, CO
- $7,577 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $19,647
Aurora, CO
- $15,247 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,977
Littleton, CO
- $15,971 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,253
Pueblo, CO
- $9,279 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $17,945
Fort Collins, CO
- $9,464 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $17,760