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The average cost to replace a roof in Selbyville, Delaware is $17,566.

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$17,566 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Selbyville, DE

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The average cost to replace a roof in Selbyville is about $17,566. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Selbyville of 2,507 sqft (25.00 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 2,507 sqft roof (25.00 squares) in Selbyville.

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 Selbyville.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.01/sqft ($701/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,503
1,00010$7,007
1,50015$10,510
2,00020$14,014
2,50025$17,517
3,00030$21,020
3,50035$24,524
4,00040$28,027
4,50045$31,531
5,00050$35,034
Designer Shingle
$9.64/sqft ($964/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,822
1,00010$9,643
1,50015$14,465
2,00020$19,287
2,50025$24,108
3,00030$28,930
3,50035$33,752
4,00040$38,574
4,50045$43,395
5,00050$48,217
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

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 Selbyville home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.01/sqft ($701/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,102
1,000$4,204
1,500$6,306
2,000$8,408
2,500$10,510
3,000$12,612
3,500$14,714
4,000$16,816
4,500$18,918
5,000$21,020
Designer Shingle
$9.64/sqft ($964/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,941
1,000$5,882
1,500$8,824
2,000$11,765
2,500$14,706
3,000$17,647
3,500$20,589
4,000$23,530
4,500$26,471
5,000$29,412
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

Selbyville Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned6,545
Average roof size (with pitch)2,507 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Selbyville, Delaware

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Selbyville, Delaware compared to nearby areas?

In Selbyville, roofing labor usually runs $200 to $450 per square, about $45 to $75 per hour. Costs mirror southern Delaware, typically $50 to $100 per square less than Wilmington, and similar or slightly higher than nearby Eastern Shore towns due to beach season demand and salt air preparation.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Selbyville, Delaware's weather affect roof lifespan?

Selbyville’s coastal, humid subtropical climate brings about 45 to 50 inches of annual rain, minimal snow typically under 10 inches, frequent southerly coastal winds and occasional tropical storms, plus strong summer sun and salt spray from nearby Indian River Bay, which together accelerate shingle UV breakdown, flashing corrosion, and can cut asphalt roof life by a decade or more.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Selbyville, Delaware?

In Selbyville, the most common cause of roof damage is wind from coastal storms, especially tropical storms, hurricanes, and nor’easters, with salt air from nearby Indian River Bay and Delaware Atlantic beaches accelerating shingle and metal deterioration.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Selbyville, Delaware?

In Selbyville, Delaware, the best time to replace a roof is late spring to early summer, May through June, when mild temperatures, lower storm risk than winter nor’easters or peak hurricane season, and moderate humidity let shingles seal properly and crews work reliably.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Selbyville, Delaware?

Storm-related roof claims in Selbyville, Delaware are fairly common, higher than inland areas because of its proximity to Fenwick Island and the Atlantic coast. Wind, heavy rain, and nor’easter or tropical storm impacts drive most claims, with peaks during June to November hurricane season and winter coastal storms.

What natural disasters in Selbyville, Delaware cause the most roof replacements?

In Selbyville, storm surge and high winds from Atlantic hurricanes and tropical storms, notably Hurricane Sandy (2012) and Tropical Storm Isaias (2020), plus summer hail and straight-line wind thunderstorms, cause most roof replacements. Coastal flooding from Indian River Bay and wind-driven debris are major culprits.

Top Roofing Contractors in Selbyville, Delaware

Delmarva Facility Maintenance Svcs LLC

5

1 review

34420 Waters Run
Selbyville, DE 19975

(410) 409-8788

Coastal Home Roofing & Siding

5

7 reviews

1 Mason Drive
Selbyville, DE 19975

(302) 291-0266

LBS Construction LLC

5

3 reviews

36379 Derrickson Drive
Selbyville, DE 19975

(301) 758-9886

Spartan Shield Roofing

5

1 review

37570 Janice Circle
Selbyville, DE 19975

(302) 207-5164

Economy Restoration LLC

5

1 review

36742 Dupont Boulevard
Selbyville, DE 19975

(302) 788-7663

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Selbyville Roof Costs Compared to Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE

  • $5,019 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,547

Newark, DE

  • $1,542 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,024

Dover, DE

  • $8,796 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $26,362

New Castle, DE

  • $12,171 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $5,395

Millsboro, DE

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $17,566