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The average cost to replace a roof in Wheeling, West Virginia is $12,881.

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$12,881 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Wheeling, WV

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Roof Replacement Cost in Wheeling, West Virginia

The average cost to replace a roof in Wheeling is about $12,881. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Wheeling of 1,941 sqft (19.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.64 per sqft ($664/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 1,941 sqft roof (19.33 squares) in Wheeling.

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 Wheeling.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.64/sqft ($664/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,318
1,00010$6,636
1,50015$9,954
2,00020$13,273
2,50025$16,591
3,00030$19,909
3,50035$23,227
4,00040$26,545
4,50045$29,863
5,00050$33,181
Designer Shingle
$7.92/sqft ($792/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,959
1,00010$7,917
1,50015$11,876
2,00020$15,834
2,50025$19,793
3,00030$23,751
3,50035$27,710
4,00040$31,668
4,50045$35,627
5,00050$39,585
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 Wheeling home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.64/sqft ($664/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,991
1,000$3,982
1,500$5,973
2,000$7,964
2,500$9,954
3,000$11,945
3,500$13,936
4,000$15,927
4,500$17,918
5,000$19,909
Designer Shingle
$7.92/sqft ($792/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,415
1,000$4,829
1,500$7,244
2,000$9,659
2,500$12,073
3,000$14,488
3,500$16,903
4,000$19,318
4,500$21,732
5,000$24,147
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.

Wheeling Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned18,215
Average roof size (with pitch)1,941 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 Wheeling, West Virginia

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Wheeling, West Virginia compared to nearby areas? In Wheeling, West Virginia roofing labor typically falls in the $100‑$200 range per square (100 sq ft). That price point is generally lower than the $150‑$300 per‑square rates seen in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania but a touch higher, or roughly comparable, to the $90‑$180 per square found in smaller Ohio towns such as Steubenville. The cost aligns closely with West Virginia markets like Morgantown, where labor runs about $110‑$220, per square.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Wheeling, West Virginia's weather affect roof lifespan? Wheeling, West Virginia nestled in the Ohio River Valley receives 40 inches of rain and about 30 inches of snow each year. The climate is marked by freeze‑thaw cycles, periodic gusts that can reach 40‑50 mph and a modest amount of sunshine. This blend of moisture and temperature swings accelerates rot and chips away at shingle granules while the relentless freeze‑thaw rhythm and the wind’s pressure coax cracks and uplift in the roofing. Consequently roofs here age faster than those, in sunnier locales.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Wheeling, West Virginia? In Wheeling, West Virginia roof damage often traces back, to winter’s freeze‑thaw rhythm and the formation of ice dams, both products of the Ohio River Valley’s capricious temperature swings and an aging roof inventory that lets shingles pop up and water find its way in.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Wheeling, West Virginia? In Wheeling, West Virginia the time to replace a roof runs from late spring into early fall, generally May, June and September. Those months sidestep the winter freeze and the spring showers that drench the Ohio River valley. They also dodge the scorching humid peak of summer that can throw off shingle placement and adhesive curing.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Wheeling, West Virginia? Storm‑related roof claims are a common headache for homeowners in Wheeling, West Virginia. The Ohio River Valley’s spring‑summer thunderstorms, wind and hail, with winter ice dams and heavy snow constantly test the roofs. Add to that the town’s abundance of historic houses and steep‑pitch roofs and the vulnerability rises sharply. Consequently local insurers report seasonal claim spikes that exceed those seen in parts of the state.
What natural disasters in Wheeling, West Virginia cause the most roof replacements? In Wheeling the common reasons, for roof replacement are straight‑line winds and trees toppled by severe summer thunderstorms and derechos as well as summer hail and winter ice accompanied by heavy wet snow. Although Ohio River flooding seldom compels a roof overhaul the June 29 2012 derecho and the region’s recurring ice storms have nonetheless driven many local rebuilds.

Top Roofing Contractors in Wheeling, West Virginia

D&S Roofing

5

43 reviews

225 McColloch Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 559-1400

Saints Roofing and Construction

5

1 review

151 E Cardinal Ave
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 972-5180

Kalkreuth Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc

5

1 review

53 14th Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 232-8540

Mattucci Roofing

5

1 review

240 Fairmont Avenue
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 243-5216

T.G. Cupp & Sons INC

5

1 review

55 North 28th Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 277-3151

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A-1 Roofs Done Right

5

1 review

2738 Chapline Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 280-5443

Tom Vapner Roofing & Painting

5

1 review

Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 242-9665

Jones Roofing

5

1 review

129 South Park Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 242-1818

Ohio Valley Roofing

5

1 review

150 Peninsula Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 233-2121

Neighborhood Roofing Inc

5

1 review

47 Washington Avenue
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 715-3262

Tom Vapner Roofing

5

1 review

Baker Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

Ohio Valley Roof Cleaning

5

1 review

2900 Eoff Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 233-5542

Five Stars Roofing

5

1 review

84 Joan Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

(304) 317-3093

Neighborhood Roofing

5

1 review

4039 Fairmont Pike Road
Wheeling, WV 26003

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Wheeling Roof Costs Compared to Other West Virginia Cities

Charleston, WV

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $12,881

Huntington, WV

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $12,881

Morgantown, WV

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $12,881

Martinsburg, WV

  • $3,904 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,785

Parkersburg, WV

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $12,881
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.