Skip to content Instant Roofer Logo INSTANT ROOFER
Contractor Sign Up

Alexandria Roof Replacement Costs

GET INSTANT ESTIMATES

Free. No obligation. No credit card required.

The average cost to replace a roof in Alexandria, Louisiana is $14,387.

Enter your address into our roofing calculator, select the roofing material and instantly view estimates from top-rated contractors in Alexandria.

Instant Roofer Guarantee Badge
Roof Measure Icon
Measure

24,704 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Alexandria, LA

Roof Estimate Icon
Estimate

$14,387 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Alexandria, LA

Roofer Connect Icon
Connect

13 Highly rated roofers in Alexandria, LA

All stats on this page are based on data roofing contractors have entered into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

The average cost to replace a roof in Alexandria is about $14,387. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Alexandria of 2,752 sqft (27.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $5.23 per sqft ($523/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 2,752 sqft roof (27.67 squares) in Alexandria.

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 Alexandria.

Asphalt Shingle
$5.23/sqft ($523/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$2,614
1,00010$5,228
1,50015$7,842
2,00020$10,456
2,50025$13,070
3,00030$15,684
3,50035$18,297
4,00040$20,911
4,50045$23,525
5,00050$26,139
Metal
$12.92/sqft ($1,292/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$6,460
1,00010$12,920
1,50015$19,381
2,00020$25,841
2,50025$32,301
3,00030$38,761
3,50035$45,221
4,00040$51,682
4,50045$58,142
5,00050$64,602
Designer Shingle
$7.90/sqft ($790/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,950
1,00010$7,899
1,50015$11,849
2,00020$15,799
2,50025$19,748
3,00030$23,698
3,50035$27,648
4,00040$31,597
4,50045$35,547
5,00050$39,497

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 Alexandria home.

Asphalt Shingle
$5.23/sqft ($523/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,568
1,000$3,137
1,500$4,705
2,000$6,273
2,500$7,842
3,000$9,410
3,500$10,978
4,000$12,547
4,500$14,115
5,000$15,684
Metal
$12.92/sqft ($1,292/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,005
1,000$8,011
1,500$12,016
2,000$16,021
2,500$20,027
3,000$24,032
3,500$28,037
4,000$32,043
4,500$36,048
5,000$40,053
Designer Shingle
$7.90/sqft ($790/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,409
1,000$4,819
1,500$7,228
2,000$9,637
2,500$12,046
3,000$14,456
3,500$16,865
4,000$19,274
4,500$21,684
5,000$24,093

Alexandria Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned24,704
Average roof size (with pitch)2,752 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Alexandria, Louisiana

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Alexandria, Louisiana compared to nearby areas?

In Alexandria, Louisiana roofing labor generally falls in the $1.50‑$3.00 per square‑foot range. That’s a bit lower than the rates recorded in New Orleans or Baton Rouge on par with nearby Pineville and modestly above the figures typical of the more rural Vernon and Grant parishes. This variation largely reflects contractor supply the demand generated by storms and the prevalence of older housing stock in the area. Hourly crew rates usually sit between $40 and $75, per worker.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Alexandria, Louisiana's weather affect roof lifespan?

Alexandria’s humid subtropical climate, 52 inches of rain annually virtually no snow a bounty of summer sunshine with high UV and the occasional brush of tropical‑storm or thunderstorm winds, sets the stage for algae and rot to thrive accelerates thermal cycling and UV‑related decay and raises the odds of wind uplift. The combined effect is a reduction in the lifespan of asphalt shingles and wooden roofs when contrasted with the longer‑lasting roofs, in the drier calmer neighboring cities.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Alexandria, Louisiana?

The lion’s share of roof damage, in Alexandria Louisiana comes from wind‑tossed branches breaking off during the summer’s thunderstorms and the lingering remnants of Gulf storms while the region’s soggy humid climate fast‑tracks shingle erosion and the onset of leaks.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Alexandria, Louisiana?

In Alexandria, Louisiana replace a roof during the late‑winter to early‑spring period, roughly February, to April, when the weather is still mild humidity is lower and thunderstorms are scarce well before the scorching, humid summer and hurricane season bring frequent rain and wind from June through November.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Alexandria, Louisiana?

Storm‑related roof claims in Alexandria Louisiana turn up often courtesy of the humid subtropical climate that dishes out frequent severe thunderstorms, hail, strong gusts and the occasional tornado. Nestled inland along the Red River Alexandria tends to see a surge, in claims during spring and late summer when the remnants of systems push ashore. After a storm homeowners usually end up tackling periodic roof repairs or in some cases full‑scale replacements.

What natural disasters in Alexandria, Louisiana cause the most roof replacements?

In Alexandria, Louisiana it’s the pounding winds and the trees they topple during thunderstorms, tornadoes and tropical systems, Hurricane Ida in 2021 being a standout, that account for the bulk of roof replacements. Hail and assorted storm‑blown debris also spark a number of replacements. Flooding by contrast seldom calls for a roof swap unless the water lingers long enough to cause sustained intrusion or the structure gives way.

Top Roofing Contractors in Alexandria, Louisiana

Rns renovations

5

1 review

2027 Airbase Road
Alexandria, LA 71303

(318) 201-3310

RICKEY’S METAL ROOFING & METAL BUILDINGS

5

8 reviews

5114 Horseshoe Drive
Alexandria, LA 71302

(318) 447-1695

Aspen Contracting Inc.

2.5

2 reviews

3400 Jackson Street
Alexandria, LA 71301

(318) 716-7723

Ducote Roofing and Repair LLC

5

38 reviews

6734 North Bayou Rapides Road
Alexandria, LA 71303

(318) 880-6777

Magnolia State Construction

4.8

16 reviews

4724 Jackson Street
Alexandria, LA 71303

(318) 704-6308

Show 8 More

Dauzat Contractors LLC

3

4 reviews

5120 Leo Street
Alexandria, LA 71301

(318) 448-6071

START TO FINISH ROOFING & REMODELING, LLC

5

2 reviews

6132 Coco Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303

(318) 787-8917

Area Wide Contractors – Roofing Division

5

1 review

3016 Broadway Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71302

(318) 473-7554

Roofing Louisiana

5

1 review

1359 Peterman Drive
Alexandria, LA 71301

(318) 508-8103

Ameritech Roofing Systems

5

1 review

Alexandria, LA 71301

(318) 473-8011

Paramount Roofing

5

1 review

1938 Jackson Street
Alexandria, LA 71301

(318) 515-8167

Vision Construction

5

1 review

900 4th Street
Alexandria, LA 71301

(816) 743-4156

Advanced Home Exteriors

5

1 review

2129 Custers Drive
Alexandria, LA 71301

(318) 541-6118

Map of Roofing Contractors in Alexandria, Louisiana

Alexandria Roof Costs Compared to Other Louisiana Cities

Baton Rouge, LA

  • $2,817 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $11,570

New Orleans, LA

  • $3,793 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $10,594

Shreveport, LA

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,387

Lafayette, LA

  • $6,351 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $20,738

Lake Charles, LA

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,387