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The average cost to replace a roof in Hays, Kansas is $13,860.

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$13,860 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Hays, KS

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The average cost to replace a roof in Hays is about $13,860. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Hays of 2,172 sqft (21.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.38 per sqft ($638/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 2,172 sqft roof (21.67 squares) in Hays.

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 Hays.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.38/sqft ($638/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,191
1,00010$6,381
1,50015$9,572
2,00020$12,762
2,50025$15,953
3,00030$19,144
3,50035$22,334
4,00040$25,525
4,50045$28,715
5,00050$31,906
Designer Shingle
$8.75/sqft ($875/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,375
1,00010$8,750
1,50015$13,125
2,00020$17,500
2,50025$21,875
3,00030$26,250
3,50035$30,625
4,00040$35,000
4,50045$39,375
5,00050$43,750
Metal
$14.17/sqft ($1,417/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$7,083
1,00010$14,166
1,50015$21,249
2,00020$28,332
2,50025$35,415
3,00030$42,498
3,50035$49,581
4,00040$56,664
4,50045$63,747
5,00050$70,830

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 Hays home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.38/sqft ($638/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,914
1,000$3,829
1,500$5,743
2,000$7,657
2,500$9,572
3,000$11,486
3,500$13,401
4,000$15,315
4,500$17,229
5,000$19,144
Designer Shingle
$8.75/sqft ($875/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,669
1,000$5,338
1,500$8,006
2,000$10,675
2,500$13,344
3,000$16,013
3,500$18,681
4,000$21,350
4,500$24,019
5,000$26,688
Metal
$14.17/sqft ($1,417/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,391
1,000$8,783
1,500$13,174
2,000$17,566
2,500$21,957
3,000$26,349
3,500$30,740
4,000$35,131
4,500$39,523
5,000$43,914

Hays Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned12,379
Average roof size (with pitch)2,172 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Hays, Kansas

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Hays, Kansas compared to nearby areas?

Roofing labor in Hays typically falls between $120 and $220 per 100 sq ft $35‑$60 an hour. That range is generally a touch cheaper than the $140‑$270 per 100 sq ft seen in Salina and Wichita where higher overhead pushes prices up. Nearby Great Bend and Russell often post rates that either match Hays’ figures or dip, below them.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Hays, Kansas's weather affect roof lifespan?

Hays sits near 1,900 ft on the high plains, with about 22 in annual precipitation, about 20 in snow, frequent gusty winds and strong sunshine. UV, wind uplift, hail and freeze thaw accelerate shingle aging and seal failure, shortening roof lifespan unless wind-rated, hail-resistant materials and regular inspections are used.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Hays, Kansas?

In Hays, Kansas roof damage often comes from hail that drops during spring and summer thunderstorms. The town’s spot on the High Plains with the strong updrafts, in those storms churns out large hailstones on a regular basis while occasional straight‑line winds can add a bit of extra damage.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Hays, Kansas?

In Hays, Kansas the favorable period, for a roof replacement falls in the late‑summer to early‑fall window, roughly late August through September, when the Smoky Hills finally let the heat subside the chance of thunderstorms and tornadoes drops and asphalt shingles can properly seal and cure. It’s wise to avoid the spring storm season well as the intense midsummer heat and the accompanying high winds.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Hays, Kansas?

Hays, perched on the High Plains of Ellis County contends with roof claims from hail and wind storms. Those claims climb sharply in spring and early summer when dry‑line‑driven thunderstorms erupt. Tornado damage remains relatively rare though not out of the question. Insurers note spikes, in roof claims following major hail events or straight‑line wind episodes.

What natural disasters in Hays, Kansas cause the most roof replacements?

In Hays, Kansas most roof replacements are prompted by the spring‑ and summer‑time thunderstorms, particularly those that toss golf‑ball‑ to softball‑sized hail and unleash straight‑line winds. Occasionally a nearby tornado touches down and heavy wet winter snow while common can still produce serious roof failures.

Top Roofing Contractors in Hays, Kansas

Roofmasters Roofing & Sheet Metal Co Inc

4.5

28 reviews

2070 E 8th St
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 628-3614

Brothers Roofing

5

34 reviews

116 East 11th Street
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 259-3477

High Plains Roofing

4.3

6 reviews

1710 East 10th Street
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 628-1485

Ozone Roofing, Inc. – Hays Branch

4.5

8 reviews

1502 Vine Street
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 639-9663

R5 Roofing, Llc

5

5 reviews

1601 Bison Road
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 432-1283

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Tom’s Flat Roof Repair

3.4

5 reviews

1614 East 29th Street
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 625-9711

Haselhorst Builders, LLC

5

2 reviews

2900 East 8th Street
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 625-3466

Royal Roofing & Remodeling, LLC

5

13 reviews

107 West 15th Street
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 432-6152

ABC Seamless Siding of Hays, Kansas

4.1

8 reviews

1507 East 27th Street
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 625-2418

Eaton Roofing & Exteriors

5

1 review

2003 Vine Street
Hays, KS 67601

(785) 625-6066

Map of Roofing Contractors in Hays, Kansas

Hays Roof Costs Compared to Other Kansas Cities

Wichita, KS

  • $4,148 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $18,008

Topeka, KS

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $13,860

Kansas City, KS

  • $2,840 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $11,020

Overland Park, KS

  • $4,840 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $18,700

Olathe, KS

  • $2,040 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $15,900