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The average price for a Asphalt Shingle roof in Kentucky is $14,159.

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The average cost to replace a roof in Kentucky is about $14,159. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Kentucky of 2,203 sqft (22.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.43 per sqft ($643/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 2,203 sqft roof (22.00 squares) in Kentucky.

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 Kentucky.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.43/sqft ($643/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,214
1,00010$6,427
1,50015$9,641
2,00020$12,854
2,50025$16,068
3,00030$19,281
3,50035$22,495
4,00040$25,709
4,50045$28,922
5,00050$32,136
Metal
$10.84/sqft ($1,084/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$5,418
1,00010$10,836
1,50015$16,254
2,00020$21,672
2,50025$27,090
3,00030$32,508
3,50035$37,926
4,00040$43,344
4,50045$48,761
5,00050$54,179
Designer Shingle
$6.56/sqft ($656/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,279
1,00010$6,558
1,50015$9,837
2,00020$13,115
2,50025$16,394
3,00030$19,673
3,50035$22,952
4,00040$26,231
4,50045$29,510
5,00050$32,788

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 Kentucky home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.43/sqft ($643/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,928
1,000$3,856
1,500$5,784
2,000$7,713
2,500$9,641
3,000$11,569
3,500$13,497
4,000$15,425
4,500$17,353
5,000$19,281
Metal
$10.84/sqft ($1,084/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$3,359
1,000$6,718
1,500$10,077
2,000$13,436
2,500$16,796
3,000$20,155
3,500$23,514
4,000$26,873
4,500$30,232
5,000$33,591
Designer Shingle
$6.56/sqft ($656/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,000
1,000$4,000
1,500$6,000
2,000$8,000
2,500$10,000
3,000$12,001
3,500$14,001
4,000$16,001
4,500$18,001
5,000$20,001

Kentucky Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned2,361,465
Average roof size (with pitch)2,203 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Kentucky

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Kentucky compared to nearby states?

Across Kentucky the going rate for roofing labor hovers between $30 and $55 an hour which translates to roughly $1.50 to $3.00 per square foot. That bracket nudges beneath what’s common in Ohio and Virginia sits shoulder‑to‑shoulder, with Tennessee’s pricing and edges a touch above the modest fees encountered in the most isolated pockets of West Virginia. Meanwhile the bustling metros, Louisville and Lexington especially, tend to push those figures up toward the limit.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Kentucky's weather affect roof lifespan?

Kentucky averages 45 to 50 inches of rainfall each year and sees, about 10 to 30 inches of snow, most of it falling in the Appalachian east. Winds are generally moderate. Periodic severe thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes still break through. Summer adds a sun combined with high humidity. This mix of moisture, heat and wind encourages algae growth promotes rot triggers freeze‑thaw cracking. Accelerates shingle deterioration shortening a roof’s lifespan if it isn’t regularly maintained.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Kentucky?

Across Kentucky roof damage often traces back, to ferocious thunderstorms, wind‑driven hail and fierce gusts that pry up or fracture shingles and the occasional fallen branch snapped down by the storm that punctures the roof and invites leaks.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Kentucky?

In Kentucky the sweet spots are spring, roughly late April through May, and early autumn, from September into October. During these windows the mercury usually settles, between 50 °F and 80 °F the air feels muggy and storms are relatively scarce. By contrast the Appalachian foothills endure freeze‑thaw cycles in winter while midsummer brings scorching heat, oppressive humidity and the occasional severe thunderstorm.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Kentucky?

In Kentucky roof‑damage claims tied to storms are an occurrence, spiking during the height of spring’s severe weather and resurfacing again in summer storm season. Most of those claims stem from hail, powerful winds trees that get knocked down and tornadoes. The Bluegrass region, the Jackson Purchase and the western and central counties record the numbers while the Appalachian foothills face an elevated risk after heavy rain and wind events.

What natural disasters in Kentucky cause the most roof replacements?

Across Kentucky violent tornadoes top the list of roof‑replacement triggers a fact starkly illustrated by the December 2021 Western Kentucky tornado. Severe thunderstorms that bring straight‑line winds and large hail add to the damage while winter’s ice and heavy snow also take their toll. In contrast roof failures linked to flooding, usually caused by fallen trees or scattered debris, are comparatively uncommon.

Top Roofing Contractors in Kentucky

High Bridge

4.8

35 reviews

101 North 7th Street
Louisville, KY 40202

(502) 861-6100

A-OK Roofing and Exteriors

5

34 reviews

949 National Avenue Ste148
Lexington, KY 40502

(859) 983-1955

Elite Rooftop Systems

5

26 reviews

3471 South Highway 27
Somerset, KY 42503

(606) 416-5424

Bluegrass Roofing

4.7

42 reviews

5960 Kentucky 81
Bremen, KY 42325

(270) 499-2062

Kentuckiana Property Solutions

4.9

17 reviews

3007 Sprowl Road
Jeffersontown, KY 40299

(502) 777-0414

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Claims Paid Roofing And Restoration

4.5

11 reviews

259 Pasadena Drive
Lexington, KY 40503

(859) 940-5330

Carlon Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc

4.6

186 reviews

6807 Enterprise Drive
Louisville, KY 40214

(502) 458-9898

American Roofing & Metal Co

4.7

259 reviews

4610 Roofing Rd
Louisville, KY 40218

(502) 966-2900

AIC Roofing & Construction Inc

4.9

438 reviews

412 Spring St
Lexington, KY 40508

(859) 243-0015

Commonwealth Roofing Corp

4.9

35 reviews

1449 Hugh Ave
Louisville, KY 40213

(502) 459-2216

Craftsmen Contractors

4.5

112 reviews

148 Jefferson St Ste C
Lexington, KY 40508

(859) 246-0108

CRC Roofing and Renovations Inc

5

62 reviews

133 N Locust Hill Dr Ste 116
Lexington, KY 40509

(859) 338-1149

CMS Roofing LLC

4

69 reviews

384 Old Scottsville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42103

(270) 784-4757

Dean’s Roofing Inc

4.1

13 reviews

1432 Mayfield Rd
Paducah, KY 42003

(270) 443-5507

Alliance Roof and Fence

3.9

82 reviews

1408 S Clay St
Hopkinsville, KY 42240

(270) 484-7008

Full Guard Roofing LLC

5

52 reviews

4725 W Hwy 146
Buckner, KY 40010

(502) 939-1983

Franklin Aluminum LLC

3.7

17 reviews

200 Robey St
Franklin, KY 42134

(270) 586-6749

Christian Brothers Roofing

4.9

134 reviews

500 N English Station Rd Ste 109
Louisville, KY 40223

(502) 244-0208

Gunter Construction Roofing Inc

4.1

11 reviews

696 Brierfield Rd
Scottsville, KY 42164

(270) 622-6752

Fraley’s Home Improvement

4.7

29 reviews

402 Smith Ave
Henderson, KY 42420

(270) 826-0627

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Roof Costs in Kentucky Cities

Bardstown, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Bowling Green, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Campbellsville, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Corbin, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Elizabethtown, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Frankfort, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Georgetown, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Glasgow, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Henderson, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Hopkinsville, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Lexington, KY

  • $873 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $15,032

London, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Louisville, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Nicholasville, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Owensboro, KY

  • $5,117 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $9,042

Paducah, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Richmond, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Shepherdsville, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Somerset, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159

Winchester, KY

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,159