Connecticut Roof Replacement Costs

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The average price for a Asphalt Shingle roof in Connecticut is $15,450.

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The average cost to replace a roof in Connecticut is about $15,450. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Connecticut of 2,099 sqft (21.00 squares) and the area's most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.36 per sqft ($736/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 2,099 sqft roof (21.00 squares) in Connecticut.

Asphalt Shingle

$15,450

Designer Shingle

$16,587

Slate

$47,765

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 Connecticut.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.36/sqft ($736/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,680
1,000	10	$7,361
1,500	15	$11,041
2,000	20	$14,721
2,500	25	$18,402
3,000	30	$22,082
3,500	35	$25,762
4,000	40	$29,443
4,500	45	$33,123
5,000	50	$36,803

Designer Shingle
$7.90/sqft ($790/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,951
1,000	10	$7,902
1,500	15	$11,854
2,000	20	$15,805
2,500	25	$19,756
3,000	30	$23,707
3,500	35	$27,659
4,000	40	$31,610
4,500	45	$35,561
5,000	50	$39,512

Slate
$22.76/sqft ($2,276/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$11,378
1,000	10	$22,756
1,500	15	$34,134
2,000	20	$45,512
2,500	25	$56,890
3,000	30	$68,269
3,500	35	$79,647
4,000	40	$91,025
4,500	45	$102,403
5,000	50	$113,781

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 Connecticut home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.36/sqft ($736/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,208
1,000	$4,416
1,500	$6,625
2,000	$8,833
2,500	$11,041
3,000	$13,249
3,500	$15,457
4,000	$17,666
4,500	$19,874
5,000	$22,082

Designer Shingle
$7.90/sqft ($790/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,410
1,000	$4,821
1,500	$7,231
2,000	$9,641
2,500	$12,051
3,000	$14,462
3,500	$16,872
4,000	$19,282
4,500	$21,692
5,000	$24,103

Slate
$22.76/sqft ($2,276/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$6,372
1,000	$12,743
1,500	$19,115
2,000	$25,487
2,500	$31,859
3,000	$38,230
3,500	$44,602
4,000	$50,974
4,500	$57,346
5,000	$63,717

Connecticut Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned	1,156,356
Average roof size (with pitch)	2,099 Square Feet
Average roof slope	6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof type	Asphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Connecticut

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Connecticut compared to nearby states?

In Connecticut roofing labor typically falls between $45 and $80 an hour, generally a notch above Rhode Island about on par with upstate New York and a shade lower than the Boston metro area. Coastal exposure the wage structures in Hartford and Fairfield counties prevailing‑wage rules, on municipal contracts and the seasonal lag that winter brings all conspire to push Connecticut labor costs upward.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Connecticut's weather affect roof lifespan?

Connecticut typically receives about 48 inches of precipitation annually. Sees roughly 30 to 60 inches of snow. Frequent Nor'easters and lingering hurricane remnants often bring wind gusts of 70, 80 mph. The state enjoys 2,200 sunshine hours each year yet the salty spray, from Long Island Sound is a constant factor. Rain coupled with freeze‑thaw cycles fosters ice dams and rot strong winds can rip shingles off roofs ultraviolet light slowly fades roof granules and the salty air speeds metal corrosion shaving five to ten years off the lifespan of asphalt roofs.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Connecticut?

Across Connecticut storm damage tops the list of roof woes, the onslaught of wind the pounding of coastal nor'easters and the winter menace of ice dams that form when heavy snow collides with freeze‑thaw cycles. Those relentless conditions rip off shingles, pry leaks and sap the structural strength of the roof.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Connecticut?

In Connecticut the sweet spot for a roof replacement runs from spring through early fall, May, June and September are especially forgiving. During those months temperatures usually hover between 50 °F and 85 °F letting shingles seal tightly letting the substrate dry out and keeping Nor’easters and ice‑related hazards to a minimum. It’s best to steer clear of the freeze of winter the intense thunderstorm bouts that peak, in midsummer and the leaf‑laden autumn period that can turn cleanup into a chore.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Connecticut?

Roof‑related claims triggered by storms are a sight in Connecticut. The counties that hug Long Island Sound, plus the southwestern stretch of Fairfield consistently record the numbers. Wind, hail, toppled trees and icy buildup, brought in by Nor’easters, the lingering limbs of systems and winter blasts, fuel an annual surge in filings. After a hurricane or a winter coastal storm rolls through insurers and municipalities brace, for a spike and fine‑tune their local approaches accordingly.

What natural disasters in Connecticut cause the most roof replacements?

Across Connecticut the bulk of roof replacements can be traced back, to a handful of weather‑related culprits: gusts and surging tides that batter Long Island Sound during hurricanes and tropical storms, most famously Hurricane Sandy (2012) and Tropical Storm Isaias (2020), the heavy snow and ice loads dumped by Nor’easters, which often trigger roof collapses and stubborn ice dams and the occasional fallen tree that comes crashing down in a coastal windstorm.