Louisiana Roof Replacement Costs
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The average price for a Asphalt Shingle roof in Louisiana is $14,782.
2,002,484 Roofs measured by our roof calculator in Louisiana
$14,782 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Louisiana
659 Highly rated roofers in Louisiana
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The average cost to replace a roof in Louisiana is about $14,782. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Louisiana of 2,753 sqft (27.67 squares) and the area's most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $5.37 per sqft ($537/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 2,753 sqft roof (27.67 squares) in Louisiana.
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 Louisiana.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $2,685 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $5,369 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $8,054 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $10,739 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $13,424 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $16,108 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $18,793 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $21,478 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $24,162 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $26,847 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $6,591 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $13,182 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $19,772 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $26,363 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $32,954 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $39,545 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $46,136 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $52,726 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $59,317 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $65,908 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,923 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,846 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $11,768 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $15,691 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $19,614 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $23,537 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $27,460 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $31,382 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $35,305 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $39,228 |
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 Louisiana home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $1,611 |
| 1,000 | $3,222 |
| 1,500 | $4,832 |
| 2,000 | $6,443 |
| 2,500 | $8,054 |
| 3,000 | $9,665 |
| 3,500 | $11,276 |
| 4,000 | $12,887 |
| 4,500 | $14,497 |
| 5,000 | $16,108 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $4,086 |
| 1,000 | $8,173 |
| 1,500 | $12,259 |
| 2,000 | $16,345 |
| 2,500 | $20,431 |
| 3,000 | $24,518 |
| 3,500 | $28,604 |
| 4,000 | $32,690 |
| 4,500 | $36,777 |
| 5,000 | $40,863 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,393 |
| 1,000 | $4,786 |
| 1,500 | $7,179 |
| 2,000 | $9,572 |
| 2,500 | $11,964 |
| 3,000 | $14,357 |
| 3,500 | $16,750 |
| 4,000 | $19,143 |
| 4,500 | $21,536 |
| 5,000 | $23,929 |
Louisiana Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 2,002,484 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,753 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Louisiana
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Louisiana compared to nearby states?
In the Bayou State roofing labor typically runs between $1.50 and $3.50 per foot, roughly on a level with Mississippi usually cheaper than the rates seen in urban Alabama and generally a bit lower, than coastal Texas unless a hurricane has just rolled through. Hourly crew wages sit in the $45‑$70 range though storm‑prone parishes and city‑funded projects tend to push those numbers. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Louisiana's weather affect roof lifespan?
Louisiana’s Gulf Coast and bayous steeped in humidity drenched by annual rain seeing hardly any snow, baked by intense sun and battered by frequent tropical storms and hurricanes accelerate roof decay: the constant moisture drives rot, fuels algae degrades membranes UV hardens shingles and wind uplift plus salty coastal spray trim a roof’s life by several years. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Louisiana?
In Louisiana the prevalent driver of roof damage is the relentless onslaught of hurricane and tropical‑storm winds that surge in from the Gulf of Mexico flinging debris lifting the roof sheathing and ushering wind‑driven rain throughout storm season. The states high humidity and salty sea air then act as accelerants hastening the decay of shingles, flashings and soffits. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Louisiana?
In Louisiana the sweet spot falls between fall and early spring, roughly November through March. Those months sidestep the height of hurricane season and the sweltering summer heat cut down on afternoon thunderstorms and usher in drier conditions that let shingles seal properly while keeping crews safe. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Louisiana?
Storm‑related roof claims are an occurrence in Louisiana. Hurricanes, storms, strong winds and the salty coastal air constantly chew up roofs in parishes like Jefferson, Orleans and Plaquemines. Soon as the June‑through‑November hurricane season kicks in claim filings jump, pushing up the costs of repairs, replacements and insurance compared with those, in inland states. What natural disasters in Louisiana cause the most roof replacements?
In Louisiana hurricanes account for the lion’s share of roof replacements, blasting wind, flying debris, storm surge and salt‑water intrusion do the damage as the wreckage left by Hurricane Ida in 2021 and Katrina, in 2005 starkly illustrates. Tropical storms and the tornadoes they sometimes fling ashore serve as secondary though still noticeable causes. Top Roofing Contractors in Louisiana
Shifflett Roofing
4.9
163 reviews
Designer Shingle 
Asphalt Shingle4009 Pontchartrain Drive
Slidell, LA 70458
(504) 329-5665
Progressive Roofing & Home Improvements LLC
4.7
41 reviews
Asphalt Shingle 
Metal 
Flat Roof 
Slate2504 Kentucky Avenue
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 259-7663
Professional Roofing Services LLC
5
32 reviews
Designer Shingle Asphalt Shingle5340 Cypress Street
West Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 329-6001
Highland Homes Construction, LLC
5
57 reviews
Asphalt Shingle Designer Shingle Slate 
Copper Metal 
Clay/Terra Cotta Flat Roof12232 Industriplex Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 892-2848
Roof Guardian
5
23 reviews
Asphalt Shingle437 South Fairway Drive
Madisonville, LA 70447
(985) 807-7663
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Brown's Roofing
5
52 reviews
Asphalt Shingle Flat Roof Designer Shingle Metal1211 North Range Avenue
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(800) 945-6564
Best choice roofing
5
300 reviews
Flat Roof Slate 
Solar Panels Metal 
Tesla Solar Roof Designer Shingle 
Concrete 
Cedar Asphalt Shingle Copper Clay/Terra Cotta3012 West Pinhook Road
Lafayette, LA 70508
(318) 446-2994
Browns Roofing
5
191 reviews
Designer Shingle Metal Flat Roof Concrete Slate Clay/Terra Cotta Asphalt Shingle1406 Royal Avenue
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 329-6579
Browns Roofing Shreveport
5
191 reviews
Asphalt Shingle Flat Roof Slate Clay/Terra Cotta Metal Designer Shingle2285 Benton Road
Bossier City, LA 71111
(318) 666-9960
Solar Alternatives Inc.
4.3
96 reviews
Asphalt Shingle Designer Shingle Solar Panels Tesla Solar Roof5804 River Oaks Road South
Harahan, LA 70123
(877) 776-5258
Roof Squad - Louisiana
4.9
514 reviews
Designer Shingle Asphalt Shingle2815 Division Street
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 732-9037
Quest Construction llc
4
13 reviews
Designer Shingle Asphalt Shingle2150 North Highway 190
Covington, LA 70433
(504) 228-4511
Hudco Roofing and Exteriors LLC
4.9
155 reviews
Flat Roof Metal Designer Shingle Asphalt Shingle1201 Hawn Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71107
(318) 584-0044
Lifetime Roofing
5
255 reviews
Flat Roof Metal Designer Shingle Concrete Clay/Terra Cotta Asphalt Shingle Cedar Slate4511 Jamestown Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 263-1481
Home Pros Roofing
5
95 reviews
Asphalt Shingle Designer Shingle3900 North Causeway Boulevard
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 230-4532
Brads Roofing
4.7
23 reviews
Asphalt Shingle Flat Roof Designer Shingle1897 Gause Boulevard West
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 781-2582
Lapeyre Construction
5
196 reviews
Metal Clay/Terra Cotta Asphalt Shingle Copper Slate Flat Roof Designer Shingle421 9th Street
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 290-2911
Morcore Roofing LLC
4.1
10 reviews
8325 Highway 90
Roanoke, LA 70581
(337) 753-2073
Mid City Roofing Services
4.9
55 reviews
434 S Acadian Thwy
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 930-4930
Facilities Maintenance Management
4.1
24 reviews
137 Aspen Sq
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 910-8757
Roof Costs in Louisiana Cities
Alexandria, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
Baton Rouge, LA
- Avg Cost: $11,923
Bossier City, LA
- Avg Cost: $12,208
Covington, LA
- Avg Cost: $10,713
Denham Springs, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
Hammond, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
Houma, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
Kenner, LA
- Avg Cost: $9,846
Lafayette, LA
- Avg Cost: $20,738
Lake Charles, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
Metairie, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,433
Monroe, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
New Iberia, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
New Orleans, LA
- Avg Cost: $9,829
Opelousas, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
Shreveport, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
Slidell, LA
- Avg Cost: $10,166
Sulphur, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
Thibodaux, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782
West Monroe, LA
- Avg Cost: $14,782