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The average cost to replace a roof in Council Bluffs, Iowa is $10,044.

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$10,044 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Council Bluffs, IA

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The average cost to replace a roof in Council Bluffs is about $10,044. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Council Bluffs of 1,638 sqft (16.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.13 per sqft ($613/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 1,638 sqft roof (16.33 squares) in Council Bluffs.

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 Council Bluffs.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.13/sqft ($613/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,066
1,00010$6,132
1,50015$9,198
2,00020$12,264
2,50025$15,330
3,00030$18,396
3,50035$21,462
4,00040$24,527
4,50045$27,593
5,00050$30,659
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

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 Council Bluffs home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.13/sqft ($613/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,840
1,000$3,679
1,500$5,519
2,000$7,358
2,500$9,198
3,000$11,037
3,500$12,877
4,000$14,716
4,500$16,556
5,000$18,396
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

Council Bluffs Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned25,260
Average roof size (with pitch)1,638 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Council Bluffs, Iowa

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Council Bluffs, Iowa compared to nearby areas?

In Council Bluffs roofing labor typically runs about $150 to $300 per roofing square, roughly $1.50 to $3.00 per sq ft. That’s modestly lower than nearby Omaha and Bellevue, where labor often hits $175 to $325 per square, and similar or a bit lower than Des Moines. Local competition and lower overhead drive Council Bluffs prices.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Council Bluffs, Iowa's weather affect roof lifespan?

Council Bluffs’ humid continental climate, about 30 inches of annual rain and roughly 28 inches of snow, river-driven humidity and winds funneled through the Missouri River valley, plus strong summer sun, accelerate shingle wear, promote freeze-thaw and ice dams, increase wind uplift risk, and speed UV aging, shortening roof lifespan.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Council Bluffs, Iowa?

In Council Bluffs, Iowa, the most common cause of roof damage is severe storm wind and hail from summer thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes in the Missouri River valley, with aged shingles and winter ice dams as secondary contributors.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Council Bluffs, Iowa?

In Council Bluffs, replace roofs late spring to early fall, roughly June through September, when freezing is past and conditions are drier. Avoid winter freeze and thaw cycles, ice dams and the May to June severe storm, tornado window tied to Missouri River valley weather.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Council Bluffs, Iowa?

Storm related roof claims in Council Bluffs are common, especially April through July, due to frequent severe thunderstorms, hail and straight line winds crossing the Missouri River corridor and Loess Hills. Occasional tornadoes add risk. After big hail or wind events local homeowners and insurers often see a sharp spike in claims.

What natural disasters in Council Bluffs, Iowa cause the most roof replacements?

In Council Bluffs the most roof replacements follow severe hail and straight line wind storms, plus tornadoes that strip or lift shingles. Missouri River flooding, notably the 2011 floods, has also led to structural roof replacements in low lying neighborhoods after water and debris damage.

Top Roofing Contractors in Council Bluffs, Iowa

Remodeling Dreams Construction LLC

4.5

26 reviews

19445 Birdsley Rd
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(712) 256-7556

Home Pride Contractors, Inc.

4.9

138 reviews

1530 Avenue North
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(712) 323-3302

Oak Ridge Roofing and Siding

4

23 reviews

504 Parkwild Drive
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(402) 305-2002

Best Roofing

4

4 reviews

3309 Hopi Drive
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(402) 706-3591

A&A Roofing & Exteriors Council Bluffs, IA

4.8

14 reviews

300 West Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(712) 217-0853

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Lastime Roofing-Siding-Gutters

5

3 reviews

3614 Avenue A
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(712) 322-6114

Eric Adams Contracting, LLC

5

10 reviews

4921 Spring Circle
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(712) 310-7672

Yoder Construction Inc. | Council Bluffs Custom Home Builder

5

15 reviews

101 McCandless Lane
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(402) 980-0100

LightHouse Exteriors

4

8 reviews

213 Lake Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(402) 960-7965

Bates Roofing

4.5

12 reviews

14017 Overland Trail
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(712) 366-4357

Hawkeye/Nebraska Siding, Window & Door, Inc

3.9

10 reviews

1530 Avenue North
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(712) 323-5126

High Quality Construction, LLC

1

1 review

4519 Chapel Ridge Lane
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(402) 618-5273

StoneHenge Roofing & Exteriors

5

1 review

309 Union Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(402) 660-8420

One Time Construction

5

1 review

25 South 15th Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(402) 677-0171

McDowell Roofing LLC

5

1 review

3319 Nebraska Avenue
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(712) 256-6398

Cary Restorations & Remodeling Co.

3

1 review

101 Pearl Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

(712) 325-0034

Kahler Contracting

5

1 review

2129 Avenue G
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(712) 796-3271

Mayday Restoration

5

1 review

2709 West Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(855) 612-7663

Roofer LightHouse Exteriors

5

1 review

3427 5th Avenue
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(402) 670-8706

Daley Construction LLC

5

1 review

119 Wallace Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

(402) 250-1632

Map of Roofing Contractors in Council Bluffs, Iowa

Council Bluffs Roof Costs Compared to Other Iowa Cities

Des Moines, IA

  • $956 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $9,088

Cedar Rapids, IA

  • $1,925 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $8,119

Davenport, IA

  • $160 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $10,204

Waterloo, IA

  • $3,024 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $7,020

Sioux City, IA

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $10,044