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The average cost to replace a roof in Gary, Indiana is $23,114.

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$23,114 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Gary, IN

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The average cost to replace a roof in Gary is about $23,114. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Gary of 3,126 sqft (31.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.39 per sqft ($739/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 3,126 sqft roof (31.33 squares) in Gary.

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 Gary.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.39/sqft ($739/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,697
1,00010$7,394
1,50015$11,091
2,00020$14,788
2,50025$18,485
3,00030$22,182
3,50035$25,879
4,00040$29,576
4,50045$33,274
5,00050$36,971
Designer Shingle
$8.29/sqft ($829/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,147
1,00010$8,295
1,50015$12,442
2,00020$16,589
2,50025$20,737
3,00030$24,884
3,50035$29,031
4,00040$33,179
4,50045$37,326
5,00050$41,474
Metal
$17.21/sqft ($1,721/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$8,607
1,00010$17,215
1,50015$25,822
2,00020$34,429
2,50025$43,037
3,00030$51,644
3,50035$60,251
4,00040$68,859
4,50045$77,466
5,00050$86,073

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 Gary home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.39/sqft ($739/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,218
1,000$4,436
1,500$6,655
2,000$8,873
2,500$11,091
3,000$13,309
3,500$15,528
4,000$17,746
4,500$19,964
5,000$22,182
Designer Shingle
$8.29/sqft ($829/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,530
1,000$5,060
1,500$7,590
2,000$10,120
2,500$12,649
3,000$15,179
3,500$17,709
4,000$20,239
4,500$22,769
5,000$25,299
Metal
$17.21/sqft ($1,721/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$5,337
1,000$10,673
1,500$16,010
2,000$21,346
2,500$26,683
3,000$32,019
3,500$37,356
4,000$42,692
4,500$48,029
5,000$53,365

Gary Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned41,657
Average roof size (with pitch)3,126 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Gary, Indiana

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Gary, Indiana compared to nearby areas?

In Gary, roofing labor typically ranges about $1.25 to $2.25 per square foot, generally 10 to 25 percent lower than Chicago, roughly comparable to Hammond and East Chicago, and slightly above rural Lake County because urban permits, denser sites, and Lake Michigan weather demand more prep and skilled crews.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Gary, Indiana's weather affect roof lifespan?

Gary, Indiana, on Lake Michigan’s south shore, gets moderate annual rain, frequent lake-effect snow, strong lake-driven winds and cloudy winters with intermittent sun. That mix increases moisture and algae staining from industrial particulates, causes ice dams and freeze-thaw damage, and raises wind uplift risk, shortening roof lifespan and raising maintenance needs.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Gary, Indiana?

The most common cause of roof damage in Gary is wind and storm exposure from Lake Michigan, especially lake effect storms and strong gusts that lift shingles, tear flashing, and accelerate wear with salt spray and steel mill pollution.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Gary, Indiana?

Late spring through early fall is best in Gary, Indiana, typically May through September. Lake Michigan brings lake effect snow, wind and spring freeze-thaw, so avoid winter and early spring. Aim for June or September when temperatures are steady for shingle sealing and storm risk is lower.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Gary, Indiana?

Storm-related roof claims in Gary, Indiana, are relatively common compared with regional averages, driven by Lake Michigan wind events, frequent severe thunderstorms, an older housing stock and industrial legacy that increase damage risk, with claims typically peaking in spring and late summer after strong wind or hail storms.

What natural disasters in Gary, Indiana cause the most roof replacements?

In Gary, Indiana most roof replacements come from severe thunderstorm winds and hail, and from tornadoes. Lake Michigan lake-effect snow and ice overload the flat commercial and industrial roofs near the steel mills, and falling trees during storms add damage, with occasional Midwest derecho events causing widespread roof failure.

Top Roofing Contractors in Gary, Indiana

Turnak Roofing, Inc.

3.8

12 reviews

4036 Georgia Street
Gary, IN 46409

(219) 884-4612

Babilla Roofing

4.5

2 reviews

3974 Harrison Street
Gary, IN 46408

(219) 884-3851

Ruiz Roofing

5

1 review

West Ridge Road
Gary, IN 46408

Roofing Guys

5

1 review

3685 Grant Street
Gary, IN 46408

(219) 271-8578

Skyline Construction LLC

4.3

16 reviews

2525 West 47th Avenue
Gary, IN 46408

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Quality Roofing and Remodeling

1

1 review

3666 Van Buren Street
Gary, IN 46408

(219) 455-0737

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