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The average cost to replace a roof in Hamden, Connecticut is $14,955.

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$14,955 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Hamden, CT

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Roof Replacement Cost in Hamden, Connecticut

The average cost to replace a roof in Hamden is about $14,955. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Hamden of 2,029 sqft (20.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.37 per sqft ($737/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 2,029 sqft roof (20.33 squares) in Hamden.

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 Hamden.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.37/sqft ($737/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,685
1,00010$7,371
1,50015$11,056
2,00020$14,741
2,50025$18,427
3,00030$22,112
3,50035$25,797
4,00040$29,483
4,50045$33,168
5,00050$36,853
Designer Shingle
$8.50/sqft ($850/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,250
1,00010$8,500
1,50015$12,750
2,00020$16,999
2,50025$21,249
3,00030$25,499
3,50035$29,749
4,00040$33,999
4,50045$38,249
5,00050$42,498
Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$11,345
1,00010$22,690
1,50015$34,035
2,00020$45,380
2,50025$56,725
3,00030$68,070
3,50035$79,415
4,00040$90,760
4,50045$102,105
5,00050$113,450
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 Hamden home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.37/sqft ($737/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,211
1,000$4,422
1,500$6,634
2,000$8,845
2,500$11,056
3,000$13,267
3,500$15,478
4,000$17,690
4,500$19,901
5,000$22,112
Designer Shingle
$8.50/sqft ($850/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,592
1,000$5,185
1,500$7,777
2,000$10,370
2,500$12,962
3,000$15,554
3,500$18,147
4,000$20,739
4,500$23,332
5,000$25,924
Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$6,353
1,000$12,706
1,500$19,060
2,000$25,413
2,500$31,766
3,000$38,119
3,500$44,472
4,000$50,826
4,500$57,179
5,000$63,532
Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Hamden Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned17,500
Average roof size (with pitch)2,029 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 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 Hamden, Connecticut

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Hamden, Connecticut compared to nearby areas? In Hamden roofing labor generally runs between $250 and $425 per square which works out to $2.50, $4.25 per square foot. That price point sits a touch above the rates in suburbs such as North Haven and Wallingford, about five to fifteen percent higher, while it mirrors New York’s figures and remains lower, than the steeper costs charged in the more expensive coastal towns.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Hamden, Connecticut's weather affect roof lifespan? Hamdens roofs grapple with 48 inches of rain each year about 30 inches of snow occasional nor’easters that can slam the area with 50‑mph gusts and, around 2,000 hours of sunshine. Those conditions drive freeze‑thaw cycles invite moisture to sneak in and batter the surface with UV radiation. Asphalt shingles typically endure for 15‑25 years while metal or slate roofs tend to last though both often demand extra repairs after severe winters and the onslaught of coastal storms.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Hamden, Connecticut? During Hamden’s storms it’s the broken‑off limbs that most often damage roofs; the town’s mature, sprawling canopy and its steep ridgelines leave rooftops especially exposed to branch impacts a risk that spikes during Nor’easters and summer thunderstorms.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Hamden, Connecticut? The favorable window in Hamden runs from late spring through early fall, roughly May, to September with June to early September being the prime period when the warmth facilitates shingle sealing and the ground stays dry. It’s prudent to shun winter nor’easters and icy conditions and to schedule work before the leaves descend around the Sleeping Giant and the Quinnipiac River valley thereby limiting debris and reducing the risk of water backup.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Hamden, Connecticut? Storm‑related roof claims are a sight in Hamden with a marked uptick whenever late‑summer tropical systems roll through and again during the winter nor’easter season. The town’s rolling hills, the dense canopy that wraps Sleeping Giant and a sizable stock of homes all conspire to amplify wind and falling‑branch damage so roof claims appear far more often than they do in flatter tree‑sparse urban areas, especially, after the big storms and ice events.
What natural disasters in Hamden, Connecticut cause the most roof replacements? In Hamden, Connecticut the lion’s share of roof replacements can be traced back to the winds that ride in on hurricanes and tropical storms, particularly the 2020 onslaught of Tropical Storm Isaias and the lingering remnants of Hurricane Sandy, along with violent thunderstorms that hurl hail and occasional spells of heavy snow and ice. In the town’s tree‑lined residential neighborhoods roofs most often fall victim to shingles blown free by the gusts or, to trees that topple onto them.

Top Roofing Contractors in Hamden, Connecticut

Home Designs LLC

5

1 review

18 Bagley Ave
Hamden, CT 06514

(203) 288-7901

Ideas Restoration Inc

5

1 review

1338 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 06514

(203) 435-6244

Russo Roofing Inc

4.6

17 reviews

355 Morse St
Hamden, CT 06517

(203) 562-8077

Kjn Restoration LLC

5

8 reviews

11 Rossotto Drive
Hamden, CT 06514

(203) 281-6364

CL Home improvements

3

4 reviews

18 Cardo Road
Hamden, CT 06517

(203) 288-8557

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Continental Roofing

5

2 reviews

270 Hillfield Road
Hamden, CT 06518

(203) 248-5246

# 1 In Roofing and Siding LLC

5

11 reviews

16 Hubbard Place
Hamden, CT 06517

(203) 600-8892

Bruno Massaro & Sons Inc

4.8

18 reviews

17 Hamden Park Drive
Hamden, CT 06517

(203) 281-3270

Kings Roofing

5

1 review

3000 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 06518

(203) 824-0328

CNT Roofing Services

5

1 review

270 Hillfield Road
Hamden, CT 06518

(203) 202-0664

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Hamden Roof Costs Compared to Other Connecticut Cities

Waterbury, CT

  • $2,226 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $17,181

Bridgeport, CT

  • $2,226 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $17,181

Stamford, CT

  • $2,065 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,890

West Hartford, CT

  • $3,572 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $18,527

New Haven, CT

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,955
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.