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The average cost to replace a roof in Cedar Rapids, Iowa is $8,119.

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$8,119 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Cedar Rapids, IA

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Roof Replacement Cost in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

The average cost to replace a roof in Cedar Rapids is about $8,119. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Cedar Rapids of 1,297 sqft (13.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.26 per sqft ($626/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 1,297 sqft roof (13.00 squares) in Cedar Rapids.

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 Cedar Rapids.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.26/sqft ($626/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,130
1,00010$6,260
1,50015$9,390
2,00020$12,520
2,50025$15,650
3,00030$18,779
3,50035$21,909
4,00040$25,039
4,50045$28,169
5,00050$31,299
Designer Shingle
$8.92/sqft ($892/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,460
1,00010$8,921
1,50015$13,381
2,00020$17,841
2,50025$22,302
3,00030$26,762
3,50035$31,223
4,00040$35,683
4,50045$40,143
5,00050$44,604
Metal
$14.84/sqft ($1,484/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$7,419
1,00010$14,837
1,50015$22,256
2,00020$29,675
2,50025$37,093
3,00030$44,512
3,50035$51,931
4,00040$59,349
4,50045$66,768
5,00050$74,187
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 Cedar Rapids home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.26/sqft ($626/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,878
1,000$3,756
1,500$5,634
2,000$7,512
2,500$9,390
3,000$11,268
3,500$13,146
4,000$15,024
4,500$16,902
5,000$18,779
Designer Shingle
$8.92/sqft ($892/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,721
1,000$5,442
1,500$8,162
2,000$10,883
2,500$13,604
3,000$16,325
3,500$19,046
4,000$21,767
4,500$24,487
5,000$27,208
Metal
$14.84/sqft ($1,484/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,600
1,000$9,199
1,500$13,799
2,000$18,398
2,500$22,998
3,000$27,597
3,500$32,197
4,000$36,797
4,500$41,396
5,000$45,996
Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Cedar Rapids Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned59,412
Average roof size (with pitch)1,297 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 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 Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Cedar Rapids, Iowa compared to nearby areas? In Cedar Rapids roofing labor typically costs about $150 to $250 per square and $40 to $75 per hour, generally a bit less than Des Moines and eastern Iowa metro rates, slightly higher than rural Linn County and smaller nearby towns, while Iowa City contractors often charge $160 to $275 per square.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Cedar Rapids, Iowa's weather affect roof lifespan? Cedar Rapids’ roughly 36 inches of rain, 35 inches of snow, typical 10 mph winds with spring storm gusts, and about 2,400 annual sunshine hours accelerate freeze, thaw and moisture damage, wind uplift, and UV degradation, often shaving a decade off asphalt shingle lifespan without proactive maintenance.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Cedar Rapids, Iowa? In Cedar Rapids the most common cause of roof damage is severe spring and summer thunderstorms producing hail and high winds, often tied to storms along the Cedar River corridor, with hail denting shingles and causing granule loss.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Cedar Rapids, Iowa? Best time in Cedar Rapids is late spring, May through June, or early fall, September to October, when temperatures are mild and roofs dry. Avoid winter freezes and peak summer heat and hail season. Also schedule outside major storm windows for local contractor availability.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Cedar Rapids, Iowa? Storm-related roof claims are common in Cedar Rapids and Linn County, driven by frequent summer thunderstorms, hail, straight-line wind events and tornadoes. The August 2020 derecho caused an exceptional spike, ripping shingles and uprooting trees across the city, so homeowners see above-average claim activity compared with quieter nearby towns.
What natural disasters in Cedar Rapids, Iowa cause the most roof replacements? High winds and large hail cause most roof replacements in Cedar Rapids, especially after the August 10, 2020 derecho and historic 2008 flood, with tornadoes and wind-driven tree impacts also common, and prolonged floodwater forcing full roof decking replacement after mold and rot.

Top Roofing Contractors in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Baker Pro Construction LLC

5

23 reviews

5907 16th Ave SW Ste C
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

(319) 775-3971

Cutter Construction LLC

5

1 review

1049 Juniper Dr SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

(319) 533-2164

DC Taylor Co

4.6

13 reviews

500 Stickle Dr NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

(319) 363-2073

Division 7

5

1 review

4080 1st Ave NE Ste 101
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 200-5127

FJ Orisa Construction Inc

5

1 review

114 Austin St SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

(319) 450-8021

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Robison Construction

4.7

58 reviews

701 Center Point Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 363-0110

Window Depot USA of Eastern Iowa

4.6

171 reviews

1920 51st St NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 491-4830

Tri-County Enterprises, Inc.

4.4

81 reviews

5527 Crane Lane Northeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 364-2220

Options Exteriors

4.9

66 reviews

3601 Mount Vernon Road Southeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

(319) 343-6376

Superstorm Restoration

4.9

45 reviews

1756 1st Avenue Northeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 284-1017

Pa’s Construction, LLC

4.2

60 reviews

1125 Hubbard Avenue Northeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 432-7944

PPC Roofing

4.2

29 reviews

2130 Mount Vernon Road Southeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

(319) 538-7967

Garcia Roofing & Exteriors

4.8

80 reviews

1116 Center Point Road Northeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 450-4422

Pro Exterior Construction Services

4.4

14 reviews

123 32nd Street Drive Southeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

(319) 360-8115

DHI Roofing

4

84 reviews

3037 Center Point Road Northeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 250-4576

AW Home Improvement, LLC

4.7

44 reviews

5210 20th Avenue Southwest
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

(319) 409-5007

Division 7 – Building Resource Group

4.3

27 reviews

4080 1st Avenue Northeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 200-5777

123 Exteriors Cedar Rapids

4.4

16 reviews

4211 Glass Road Northeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 250-0925

Five Star Home Improvement

4.6

130 reviews

4403 1st Avenue Southeast
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

(319) 450-1018

Advance Builders Corp

5

1 review

707 27th Ave SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

(319) 247-7178

Map of Roofing Contractors in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Cedar Rapids Roof Costs Compared to Other Iowa Cities

Des Moines, IA

  • $969 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $9,088

Davenport, IA

  • $2,085 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $10,204

Waterloo, IA

  • $1,099 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $7,020

Sioux City, IA

  • $1,925 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $10,044

Dubuque, IA

  • $1,925 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $10,044
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.