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The average cost to replace a roof in Owensboro, Kentucky is $9,042.

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$9,042 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Owensboro, KY

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The average cost to replace a roof in Owensboro is about $9,042. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Owensboro of 1,383 sqft (13.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.54 per sqft ($654/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 1,383 sqft roof (13.67 squares) in Owensboro.

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 Owensboro.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.54/sqft ($654/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,269
1,00010$6,538
1,50015$9,807
2,00020$13,076
2,50025$16,345
3,00030$19,614
3,50035$22,883
4,00040$26,152
4,50045$29,421
5,00050$32,690
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 Owensboro home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.54/sqft ($654/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,961
1,000$3,923
1,500$5,884
2,000$7,846
2,500$9,807
3,000$11,768
3,500$13,730
4,000$15,691
4,500$17,652
5,000$19,614
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

Owensboro Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned37,005
Average roof size (with pitch)1,383 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Owensboro, Kentucky

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Owensboro, Kentucky compared to nearby areas?

In Owensboro, KY, roofing labor typically falls between $1.25 and $2.50 per foot usually a bit lower than the rates found in the larger Kentucky markets. The pricing mirrors that of Evansville and Henderson hovering around $1.50 to $3.00 per square foot while local crews generally charge $40 to $75 per hour reflecting the relatively low overhead, in the Ohio River Valley.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Owensboro, Kentucky's weather affect roof lifespan?

Owensboro Kentucky lies in the humid Ohio River valley receiving 45 inches of rain and, about 6‑8 inches of snow each year while its summers are long, hot and muggy with intense UV exposure. Occasional thunderstorm gusts further add to the mix speeding up shingle wear encouraging algae and rot. Can shave several years off an asphalt roof’s lifespan if proper ventilation and regular upkeep are absent.

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

In Owensboro roof damage frequently stems from the wind‑driven storms and hail that accompany Ohio River Valley thunderstorms, as well as the occasional tornado. Falling branches, from the trees that line the river and the gradual degradation of aging asphalt shingles, strained by humidity and the freeze‑thaw cycle, also play a role.

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

In Owensboro, Kentucky the ideal window for a roof replacement falls in spring or early fall, roughly May, through early June or September, when temperatures are comfortably mild the Ohio River’s humidity eases and the chances of winter freezes blistering summer heat and frequent severe thunderstorms are all substantially reduced.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Owensboro, Kentucky?

Owensboro experiences a common flow of roof claims sparked by spring and summer thunderstorms each capable of hurling hail whipping up fierce winds and on rare occasions unleashing tornadoes that batter rooftops. When a major storm slams the Ohio River corridor or sweeps through Daviess County neighborhoods claim numbers balloon and local insurers find themselves handling anywhere from a dozen, to several hundred homeowners filing repair requests during the busiest years.

What natural disasters in Owensboro, Kentucky cause the most roof replacements?

In Owensboro roof replacements usually follow thunderstorms, hail, straight‑line winds, tornadoes or flooding from the Ohio River and nearby creeks. Ice storms and heavy snow can also bring roofs down. Recent events, , like the December 2021 western Kentucky tornado outbreak and the periodic Ohio River floods, have sparked a surge of roof repairs.

Top Roofing Contractors in Owensboro, Kentucky

Steele Roofing

5

1 review

112 West 20th Street
Owensboro, KY 42303

(270) 925-2947

Steele Roofing

5

1 review

112 West 20th Street
Owensboro, KY 42303

(260) 290-2854

Moreno’s Roofing LLC

5

2 reviews

2429 West Parrish Avenue
Owensboro, KY 42301

(270) 215-8604

Jones Roofing & Repairs

5

28 reviews

6035 U.S. 60
Owensboro, KY 42301

(270) 903-8971

Superior Roofing & Construction

5

3 reviews

1217 Hall Street
Owensboro, KY 42303

(270) 684-4709

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Robbie Lee’s Roofing

4.3

12 reviews

Owensboro, KY 42301

(270) 929-2786

A1 Roofing

4.4

7 reviews

2815 Windsor Avenue
Owensboro, KY 42301

(270) 683-2333

Unique Surfaces Roofing and Contracting

5

6 reviews

3147 Alvey Park Drive West
Owensboro, KY 42303

(270) 231-7724

Ruiz Roofing & Home Improvement LLC

5

54 reviews

4085 Ashbyburg Road
Owensboro, KY 42301

(270) 702-1609

Embry’s Roofing Inc

3

2 reviews

2255 Anderson Alley
Owensboro, KY 42303

(270) 684-2089

Bruce’s Tri-State Roofing

3.1

7 reviews

320 East 14th Street
Owensboro, KY 42303

(270) 683-0610

Sjl Contracting

3.7

3 reviews

1822 Bonnie Castle Drive
Owensboro, KY 42301

(270) 314-4665

Beachball Contracting

5

1 review

1677 Parkdale Drive
Owensboro, KY 42303

(270) 551-2257

Storm Kat Roofing

3

6 reviews

400 Salem Drive
Owensboro, KY 42303

(270) 903-6998

Payne’s Roofing and Siding

4.2

5 reviews

5361 Kentucky 54
Owensboro, KY 42303

(270) 302-4447

Stacked Contracting Ltd. Co

4.4

8 reviews

2331 Wintergreen Loop South
Owensboro, KY 42301

(270) 313-0719

Tempest Roofing Service

5

1 review

1810 Alexander Avenue
Owensboro, KY 42303

(866) 983-6737

Capex Roofing

5

1 review

950 Leitchfield Road
Owensboro, KY 42303

Preferred Construction Services Inc

5

1 review

Owensboro, KY 42303

Martin Brothers Roofing & Remodeling

4.5

15 reviews

233 Williamsburg Square
Owensboro, KY 42303

(270) 479-8483

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