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The average cost to replace a roof in Buford, Georgia is $13,836.

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$13,836 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Buford, GA

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The average cost to replace a roof in Buford is about $13,836. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Buford of 2,905 sqft (29.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $4.76 per sqft ($476/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 2,905 sqft roof (29.00 squares) in Buford.

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 Buford.

Asphalt Shingle
$4.76/sqft ($476/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$2,381
1,00010$4,763
1,50015$7,144
2,00020$9,526
2,50025$11,907
3,00030$14,288
3,50035$16,670
4,00040$19,051
4,50045$21,433
5,00050$23,814
Metal
$10.78/sqft ($1,078/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$5,390
1,00010$10,779
1,50015$16,169
2,00020$21,558
2,50025$26,948
3,00030$32,337
3,50035$37,727
4,00040$43,116
4,50045$48,506
5,00050$53,895
Designer Shingle
$7.58/sqft ($758/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,789
1,00010$7,578
1,50015$11,366
2,00020$15,155
2,50025$18,944
3,00030$22,733
3,50035$26,521
4,00040$30,310
4,50045$34,099
5,00050$37,888

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 Buford home.

Asphalt Shingle
$4.76/sqft ($476/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,429
1,000$2,858
1,500$4,287
2,000$5,715
2,500$7,144
3,000$8,573
3,500$10,002
4,000$11,431
4,500$12,860
5,000$14,288
Metal
$10.78/sqft ($1,078/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$3,341
1,000$6,683
1,500$10,024
2,000$13,366
2,500$16,707
3,000$20,049
3,500$23,390
4,000$26,732
4,500$30,073
5,000$33,415
Designer Shingle
$7.58/sqft ($758/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,311
1,000$4,622
1,500$6,933
2,000$9,245
2,500$11,556
3,000$13,867
3,500$16,178
4,000$18,489
4,500$20,800
5,000$23,112

Buford Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned32,246
Average roof size (with pitch)2,905 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Buford, Georgia

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Buford, Georgia compared to nearby areas?

In Buford, GA roofing labor typically runs $180 to $240 per roofing square, or $40 to $65 per hour, reflecting Lake Lanier area demand, slightly above rural Hall County, similar to Gwinnett suburbs like Suwanee and Lawrenceville, and modestly below central Atlanta.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Buford, Georgia's weather affect roof lifespan?

Buford, Georgia’s humid subtropical climate, influenced by nearby Lake Lanier, sees about 50 inches of rain, roughly 2 inches of snow, average winds near 8 to 10 mph, and about 215 sunny days annually, so roofs face accelerated shingle UV degradation, moisture, algae and flashings stress, shortening asphalt roof life unless ventilation, flashing and gutters are well maintained.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Buford, Georgia?

In Buford, Georgia, the most common roof damage comes from summer thunderstorm wind and hail, amplified by humid conditions near Lake Lanier and numerous mature pine and oak trees whose limbs fall on roofs. Moisture also accelerates shingle decay and algae growth.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Buford, Georgia?

In Buford, Georgia, the best time to replace a roof is during mild, drier mid-October through November and late March through May, avoiding hot, humid summers and late-summer storms influenced by nearby Lake Lanier and northern Gwinnett County microclimate, for better shingle adhesion and fewer rain delays.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Buford, Georgia?

Storm-related roof claims in Buford, Georgia are relatively common, thanks to frequent summer thunderstorms, occasional hail, and remnants of tropical systems. Buford’s tree-lined neighborhoods and proximity to Lake Lanier increase wind and branch damage, causing claim spikes after major storms. Precise rates vary by season and insurer.

What natural disasters in Buford, Georgia cause the most roof replacements?

In Buford, Georgia near Lake Lanier the biggest causes of roof replacements are severe thunderstorm hail and straight-line winds, tornado damage, and tree impacts after heavy rains. Tropical systems like Hurricane Irma in 2017, and floods from Tropical Storm Alberto, have caused widespread wind, falling trees and driven rain damage. Snow and ice storms cause fewer replacements.

Top Roofing Contractors in Buford, Georgia

Blackstone Roofing

5

15 reviews

4550 Atwater Court
Buford, GA 30518

(678) 541-5143

Universal Roofing & Construction

4.9

326 reviews

4226 Hamilton Mill Road
Buford, GA 30519

(678) 994-5257

Douglas Construction

4.9

162 reviews

3070 Buford Highway Northeast
Buford, GA 30518

(833) 895-7663

Encore Roofing Inc

4

20 reviews

1377 Buford Business Blvd
Buford, GA 30518

(770) 945-0100

Universal Roofing & Construction Inc

5

230 reviews

4226 Hamilton Mill Rd
Buford, GA 30519

(678) 687-1050

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Wormley Brothers Roofing

4.1

14 reviews

3017 Summer Oak Pl
Buford, GA 30518

(770) 614-7231

1st Class Restoration

3.7

3 reviews

4831 Bryant Rd Ste C
Buford, GA 30518

(770) 616-3691

Upward Roofing and Restoration LLC

4.7

15 reviews

5044 B U Bowman Drive
Buford, GA 30518

(404) 494-0008

SkyShield Roofing

4.9

63 reviews

4550 Atwater Court
Buford, GA 30518

(678) 288-9269

Legacy Roofing & Exteriors

4.9

45 reviews

5180 Bellewood Court
Buford, GA 30518

(678) 629-2646

Integral Roofing & Restoration LLC

4.8

20 reviews

6272 Holly Court
Buford, GA 30518

(678) 507-7236

Steadfast Restoration

4.5

35 reviews

420 South Hill Street
Buford, GA 30518

(404) 545-1182

Trademark Contractors

4.5

52 reviews

5096 Bristol Industrial Way
Buford, GA 30518

(770) 945-9007

D-One Construction Services

4.8

18 reviews

5212 Bellewood Court
Buford, GA 30518

(678) 410-6747

JRC Roofing and Construction LLC

5

5 reviews

2282 Ivy Crest Drive
Buford, GA 30519

(404) 488-3184

Bailey Roofing & Restoration

5

5 reviews

410 South Hill Street
Buford, GA 30518

(770) 381-8081

Super Roofing Pros LLC

4.9

27 reviews

641 Roxtree Court Northeast
Buford, GA 30518

(678) 862-5760

Bullard Exteriors

4.9

103 reviews

5143 Bellewood Court
Buford, GA 30518

(404) 855-2937

McNail Brothers

5

1 review

976 Gainesville Highway
Buford, GA 30518

(770) 932-2227

HD Roofers LLC

4.3

3 reviews

4791 Moon Chase Dr
Buford, GA 30519

(404) 547-1182

Map of Roofing Contractors in Buford, Georgia

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