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The average cost to replace a roof in Madison, Wisconsin is $16,527.

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$16,527 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Madison, WI

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Roof Replacement Cost in Madison, Wisconsin

The average cost to replace a roof in Madison is about $16,527. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Madison of 2,399 sqft (24.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.89 per sqft ($689/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 2,399 sqft roof (24.00 squares) in Madison.

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 Madison.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.89/sqft ($689/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,445
1,00010$6,889
1,50015$10,334
2,00020$13,778
2,50025$17,223
3,00030$20,667
3,50035$24,112
4,00040$27,556
4,50045$31,001
5,00050$34,446
Designer Shingle
$8.53/sqft ($853/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,265
1,00010$8,530
1,50015$12,795
2,00020$17,060
2,50025$21,325
3,00030$25,590
3,50035$29,855
4,00040$34,120
4,50045$38,385
5,00050$42,651
Metal
$16.31/sqft ($1,631/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$8,153
1,00010$16,305
1,50015$24,458
2,00020$32,611
2,50025$40,763
3,00030$48,916
3,50035$57,068
4,00040$65,221
4,50045$73,374
5,00050$81,526
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 Madison home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.89/sqft ($689/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,067
1,000$4,133
1,500$6,200
2,000$8,267
2,500$10,334
3,000$12,400
3,500$14,467
4,000$16,534
4,500$18,601
5,000$20,667
Designer Shingle
$8.53/sqft ($853/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,602
1,000$5,203
1,500$7,805
2,000$10,407
2,500$13,008
3,000$15,610
3,500$18,212
4,000$20,813
4,500$23,415
5,000$26,017
Metal
$16.31/sqft ($1,631/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$5,055
1,000$10,109
1,500$15,164
2,000$20,219
2,500$25,273
3,000$30,328
3,500$35,382
4,000$40,437
4,500$45,492
5,000$50,546
Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Madison Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned60,564
Average roof size (with pitch)2,399 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 Madison, Wisconsin

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Madison, Wisconsin compared to nearby areas? In Madison roofing labor typically runs between $40 and $70 an hour which comes out to $150‑$300 per roofing square. Those numbers usually sit above the rates you’ll find in the surrounding parts of Wisconsin yet they’re a notch lower than the figures common, in Milwaukee and Chicago. The difference is driven by Madison’s short roofing season the abundance of downtown homes and stricter city permit requirements all of which push labor intensity and pricing upward.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Madison, Wisconsin's weather affect roof lifespan? In Madison the climate delivers 33 inches of rain each year roughly 45 inches of snow, frequent freeze‑thaw cycles, brisk Midwestern gusts and around 2,000 hours of modest sunshine. Those conditions speed up shingle wear boost the risk of ice dams and corrode flashing, which can shave years off a typical roof’s lifespan if winter‑ready materials and proper ventilation aren’t, in place.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Madison, Wisconsin? In Madison, ice dams, formed by snow and the relentless melt‑and‑refreeze cycle, are the chief culprit behind roof damage. The issue is intensified by the city’s frigid snow‑heavy winters, its proximity, to Lakes Mendota and Monona and the abundance of Capitol‑area houses that often suffer from patchy attic insulation and inadequate ventilation.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Madison, Wisconsin? In Madison the sweet spot runs from spring into early fall, about June through September, when breezes, off Lake Mendota and Lake Monona temper the heat the water stays above freezing and rain comes less often; the opposite season brings the hassle of winter freeze‑thaw cycles and the torrent of heavy spring snowmelt.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Madison, Wisconsin? Storm‑related roof claims are a routine occurrence in Madison. They stem from a mix of winter snowfall and ice dams spring hail and powerful windstorms compounded by aging roofs around the Capitol and in tree‑lined neighborhoods as well as the added vulnerability of homes bordering Lake Monona. After storms filing rates climb sharply with noticeable peaks, in late winter and spring.
What natural disasters in Madison, Wisconsin cause the most roof replacements? Madison’s roof‑replacement frenzy is driven by hail and the brutal gusts that ride in on severe Midwest thunderstorms. The city endures storm clusters across Dane County, the tornado and heavy wet snow‑and‑ice bouts that get a boost from Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. Add to that the occasional fallen tree and pockets of flooding and the demand, for new roofs climbs sharply.

Top Roofing Contractors in Madison, Wisconsin

Noble Construction

5

1 review

3902 Milwaukee Street
Madison, WI 53714

(608) 571-2826

Larson Home Services

5

1 review

4281 Acker Rd
Madison, WI 53704

(608) 222-9919

Maly Roofing Inc.

5

1 review

4202 Robertson Road
Madison, WI 53714

(608) 249-7663

Paramount Roofing and Siding, LLC

5

1 review

5531 Femrite Drive
Madison, WI 53718

(608) 467-4112

All-State Roofing

5

1 review

2832 Index Road
Madison, WI 53713

(608) 271-9810

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Storm Guard Roofing and Construction

5

1 review

2605 South Stoughton Road
Madison, WI 53716

(608) 218-3923

Swita Metal Roofing

5

1 review

3369 Basil Drive
Madison, WI 53704

(608) 298-7334

Ridge Top Exteriors

5

1 review

4620 Dovetail Drive
Madison, WI 53704

(608) 249-0831

A-Team Construction Unlimited, Inc.

5

1 review

3119 East Washington Avenue
Madison, WI 53704

(608) 237-8680

Great Lakes Roofing Corporation

5

1 review

4221 Marsh Road
Madison, WI 53718

(608) 838-9900

Legacy Exteriors

5

1 review

2321 Mustang Way
Madison, WI 53718

(608) 221-3000

Infinity Exteriors

5

1 review

2830 Progress Road
Madison, WI 53716

(608) 909-6362

Installers Now, LLC / Windows, Siding, Roofing, Doors and More.

5

1 review

2 Waywood Circle
Madison, WI 53704

(608) 669-0828

Metal Roofing Systems

5

1 review

1022 Lumbermans Trail
Madison, WI 53716

(608) 663-2687

Southern Wisconsin Roofing Co Inc

5

5 reviews

3202 Kingsley Way
Madison, WI 53713

(608) 271-7171

Cruz’s Roofing & Construction

5

1 review

4609 Femrite Drive
Madison, WI 53716

(608) 222-2200

All City Exteriors, Inc.

5

1 review

2810 Crossroads Drive
Madison, WI 53718

(608) 351-2011

Riverstone Roofing

5

1 review

6409 Odana Road
Madison, WI 53719

(608) 620-0794

Roofing America Madison

5

1 review

908 Stewart Street
Madison, WI 53713

(608) 802-7993

Heins Contracting

4.8

83 reviews

1930 S Stoughton Rd
Madison, WI 53716

(608) 732-9063

Map of Roofing Contractors in Madison, Wisconsin

Madison Roof Costs Compared to Other Wisconsin Cities

Milwaukee, WI

  • $4,979 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $11,548

Green Bay, WI

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,527

Appleton, WI

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,527

Racine, WI

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,527

Kenosha, WI

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,527
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.