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The average cost to replace a roof in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is $51,854.

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$51,854 Average roof replacement cost for Clay Terra Cotta roofs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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The average cost to replace a roof in Fort Lauderdale is about $51,854. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Fort Lauderdale of 3,677 sqft (36.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Clay Terra Cotta, which run about $14.10 per sqft ($1,410/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 3,677 sqft roof (36.67 squares) in Fort Lauderdale.

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 Fort Lauderdale.

Clay Terra Cotta
$14.10/sqft ($1,410/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$7,051
1,00010$14,102
1,50015$21,153
2,00020$28,205
2,50025$35,256
3,00030$42,307
3,50035$49,358
4,00040$56,409
4,50045$63,460
5,00050$70,511
Concrete
$14.23/sqft ($1,423/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$7,113
1,00010$14,226
1,50015$21,339
2,00020$28,452
2,50025$35,565
3,00030$42,678
3,50035$49,791
4,00040$56,904
4,50045$64,017
5,00050$71,130
Asphalt Shingle
$5.88/sqft ($588/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$2,941
1,00010$5,883
1,50015$8,824
2,00020$11,766
2,50025$14,707
3,00030$17,649
3,50035$20,590
4,00040$23,532
4,50045$26,473
5,00050$29,414

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 Fort Lauderdale home.

Clay Terra Cotta
$14.10/sqft ($1,410/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,160
1,000$8,320
1,500$12,480
2,000$16,641
2,500$20,801
3,000$24,961
3,500$29,121
4,000$33,281
4,500$37,441
5,000$41,602
Concrete
$14.23/sqft ($1,423/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,126
1,000$8,251
1,500$12,377
2,000$16,502
2,500$20,628
3,000$24,753
3,500$28,879
4,000$33,004
4,500$37,130
5,000$41,256
Asphalt Shingle
$5.88/sqft ($588/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,765
1,000$3,530
1,500$5,295
2,000$7,059
2,500$8,824
3,000$10,589
3,500$12,354
4,000$14,119
4,500$15,884
5,000$17,649

Fort Lauderdale Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned189,006
Average roof size (with pitch)3,677 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeClay Terra Cotta

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Fort Lauderdale, Florida compared to nearby areas?

Fort Lauderdale roofing labor typically runs about $1.50 to $3.50 per square foot, due to coastal, permit and wind-mitigation requirements, that is roughly 5 to 12 percent higher than nearby inland Broward areas, comparable to Miami, and slightly lower than upscale Palm Beach County jobs by about 3 to 8 percent.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Fort Lauderdale, Florida's weather affect roof lifespan?

Fort Lauderdale sees about 60 inches of rain yearly, no snow, strong Atlantic salt air, intense sun and hurricane season winds. UV, heat and humidity accelerate shingle cracking and algae, rain and salt corrode flashings, while wind uplift and debris cause storm damage. Asphalt roofs often last 12 to 20 years, tile or metal substantially longer.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Fort Lauderdale, Florida?

In Fort Lauderdale, the most common cause of roof damage is wind and storm impacts from Atlantic hurricanes and tropical storms, including wind uplift, flying debris, and wind-driven rain. Salt air, intense sun, and heavy seasonal downpours accelerate shingle and membrane deterioration, but wind-related hurricane events cause the majority of serious roof failures.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Fort Lauderdale, Florida?

In Fort Lauderdale, the best time is the dry season, November through April, ideally February to April, when coastal salt air is calmer, afternoon thunderstorms are rarer, humidity and hurricane risk fall, and contractors can install shingles or membranes with fewer rain delays.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Fort Lauderdale, Florida?

In Fort Lauderdale, storm-related roof claims are common, peaking in hurricane season, June to November. Atlantic exposure, low elevation, salt air, frequent high winds, and beachfront condos, intracoastal and older single-family homes drive regular shingle, flashing and water-intrusion claims with sharp surges after storms such as Irma.

What natural disasters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida cause the most roof replacements?

Hurricanes and tropical storms cause the most Fort Lauderdale roof replacements, from wind uplift, wind-driven rain and storm-surge flooding, worsened by salt-air corrosion on beachfront and low-slope condo roofs; notable storms include Hurricane Irma in 2017 and Wilma in 2005, while severe thunderstorms and occasional hail cause fewer replacements.

Top Roofing Contractors in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Best Roofing

4.7

327 reviews

1600 Northeast 12th Terrace
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

(888) 654-6651

Bison Roofing & Solar LLC

4.6

273 reviews

4750 North Dixie Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334

(954) 541-5197

Ricketts Roofing And Construction

4.8

106 reviews

1211 Northwest 29th Way
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

(954) 588-5670

Coastal Roofing

2.6

10 reviews

826 Southwest 24th Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

(800) 674-3675

Kairos Roofing LLC

4.9

190 reviews

2190 W State Road 84
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

(954) 903-1299

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Luke Skybuilder LLC

4.2

26 reviews

2650 W State Road 84 Ste 103
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

(786) 473-4720

Decktight Roofing Services Inc

4.8

9 reviews

6680 NW 17th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

(954) 970-8565

Skilcon Inc

5

1 review

2425 E Commercial Blvd Ste 202-203A
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

(954) 817-4016

Infinity Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc

4

8 reviews

6788 NW 17th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

(954) 917-7107

SMP Construction Inc

5

1 review

5741 NE 22nd Ter
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

(754) 214-2022

Triple M Roofing Corp

5

1 review

914 NW 19th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

(954) 524-7000

Planet Roofing Co

4.9

226 reviews

100 North Federal Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

(954) 600-1462

Allied Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc.

4.7

145 reviews

2801 Northwest 55th Court
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

(954) 485-5922

All Season Roofing Contractor

5

29 reviews

5200 Northeast 24th Terrace
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

(954) 515-8702

DMS Contractors, LLC Headquaters

4.1

45 reviews

2890 Florida 84
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

(954) 833-7663

Pritts Inc

4.3

6 reviews

2000 NW 22nd St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

(954) 733-7663

Affordable Roofing and Repairs

4.9

41 reviews

2121 Northeast 52nd Court
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

(954) 874-5757

Sun Catcher Roofing

4.1

22 reviews

1001 Northwest 53rd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

(800) 964-5412

PYU Fort Lauderdale Roofing

5

17 reviews

235 South Atlantic Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

(954) 642-2231

same day roof repair Fort Lauderdale

4.8

37 reviews

955 Federal Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

(954) 835-4911

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