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The average cost to replace a roof in Chicago Heights, Illinois is $10,580.

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$10,580 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Chicago Heights, IL

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The average cost to replace a roof in Chicago Heights is about $10,580. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Chicago Heights of 1,794 sqft (18.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $5.90 per sqft ($590/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 1,794 sqft roof (18.00 squares) in Chicago Heights.

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 Chicago Heights.

Asphalt Shingle
$5.90/sqft ($590/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$2,949
1,00010$5,897
1,50015$8,846
2,00020$11,795
2,50025$14,744
3,00030$17,692
3,50035$20,641
4,00040$23,590
4,50045$26,538
5,00050$29,487
Designer Shingle
$7.71/sqft ($771/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,857
1,00010$7,714
1,50015$11,572
2,00020$15,429
2,50025$19,286
3,00030$23,143
3,50035$27,000
4,00040$30,857
4,50045$34,715
5,00050$38,572
Metal
$16.70/sqft ($1,670/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$8,352
1,00010$16,704
1,50015$25,057
2,00020$33,409
2,50025$41,761
3,00030$50,113
3,50035$58,466
4,00040$66,818
4,50045$75,170
5,00050$83,522

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 Chicago Heights home.

Asphalt Shingle
$5.90/sqft ($590/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,769
1,000$3,538
1,500$5,308
2,000$7,077
2,500$8,846
3,000$10,615
3,500$12,385
4,000$14,154
4,500$15,923
5,000$17,692
Designer Shingle
$7.71/sqft ($771/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,353
1,000$4,706
1,500$7,059
2,000$9,412
2,500$11,764
3,000$14,117
3,500$16,470
4,000$18,823
4,500$21,176
5,000$23,529
Metal
$16.70/sqft ($1,670/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$5,178
1,000$10,357
1,500$15,535
2,000$20,714
2,500$25,892
3,000$31,070
3,500$36,249
4,000$41,427
4,500$46,606
5,000$51,784

Chicago Heights Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned22,116
Average roof size (with pitch)1,794 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Chicago Heights, Illinois

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Chicago Heights, Illinois compared to nearby areas?

Chicago Heights roofing labor typically runs $180 to $260 per roofing square, slightly cheaper than downtown Chicago, which often costs $200 to $300 per square, roughly on par with nearby south suburbs, and about 10 to 20 percent higher than more distant exurban areas.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Chicago Heights, Illinois's weather affect roof lifespan?

Chicago Heights sees about 36 inches annual precipitation, roughly 30 to 40 inches of snow, average winds around 10 to 12 mph with strong gusts from Lake Michigan, and about 2,500 sunshine hours. Freeze, thaw, snow load, wind uplift and UV accelerate shingle, flashing and sealant deterioration, shortening roof life.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Chicago Heights, Illinois?

In Chicago Heights, most roof damage results from wind-driven storms and hail, often combined with falling limbs from the city’s mature street trees, while winter ice damming on older shingles adds frequent leak problems.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Chicago Heights, Illinois?

In Chicago Heights, replace a roof during late spring through early fall, typically May to early October, when temperatures stay above 45°F and dry spells are likelier. Aim for May, June or September to avoid peak summer heat, frequent thunderstorms and winter freezes that hinder shingle adhesion and cause contractor delays.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Chicago Heights, Illinois?

In Chicago Heights, storm-related roof claims are relatively common, with spring and summer thunderstorms, hail, and wind causing seasonal spikes. Older roofs, dense tree cover, and proximity to Cook County storm tracks raise claim frequency compared with newer suburbs. Local insurance offices and Cook County records show variable annual claim counts, peaking after major storm events.

What natural disasters in Chicago Heights, Illinois cause the most roof replacements?

High winds from summer severe thunderstorms and derechos, large hail, tornadoes, and heavy lake effect snow and ice cause most roof replacements in Chicago Heights. Fallen trees worsen damage. Recent Chicagoland events, notably the August 2020 derecho and 2023 severe wind and hail outbreaks, drove many local roof claims.

Top Roofing Contractors in Chicago Heights, Illinois

Gali’s Roofing & Gutters

5

6 reviews

103 Kingston Place
Chicago Heights, IL 60411

(708) 980-5646

Edge Roofing

5

1 review

1336 Ashland Avenue
Chicago Heights, IL 60411

(708) 729-6872

Sanchez Roofing and Construction Inc.

4.7

15 reviews

289 West 15th Place
Chicago Heights, IL 60411

(708) 275-7819

L & L General Contractor PLLC

5

1 review

Chicago Heights, IL 60411

(708) 856-7537

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