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The average cost to replace a roof in New Orleans, Louisiana is $10,594.

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$10,594 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in New Orleans, LA

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The average cost to replace a roof in New Orleans is about $10,594. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in New Orleans of 2,331 sqft (23.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $4.54 per sqft ($454/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 2,331 sqft roof (23.33 squares) in New Orleans.

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 New Orleans.

Asphalt Shingle
$4.54/sqft ($454/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$2,272
1,00010$4,545
1,50015$6,817
2,00020$9,090
2,50025$11,362
3,00030$13,634
3,50035$15,907
4,00040$18,179
4,50045$20,452
5,00050$22,724
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 New Orleans home.

Asphalt Shingle
$4.54/sqft ($454/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,363
1,000$2,727
1,500$4,090
2,000$5,454
2,500$6,817
3,000$8,181
3,500$9,544
4,000$10,908
4,500$12,271
5,000$13,634
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

New Orleans Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned113,463
Average roof size (with pitch)2,331 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In New Orleans, Louisiana

Labor Costs

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

In New Orleans the cost of roofing labor generally lands between $3 and $7 per foot, about $300 to $700 per roofing square, and it tends to be roughly 10 to 25 % higher than the figures recorded in nearby inland locales such, as Baton Rouge and Metairie. This premium reflects the city’s hurricane‑code requirements the necessity of wind attachments the challenges of historic‑home repairs and the seasonal storm surcharges that kick in during the wetter months.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does New Orleans, Louisiana's weather affect roof lifespan?

In New Orleans the climate delivers 62 inches of rain annually virtually no snow, abundant sunshine and humidity and the occasional Gulf‑driven hurricane gusts and storm surge. That relentless moisture invites rot and leaks fierce UV exposure hastens shingle deterioration salty air eats away at metal flashings and gusty winds can strip roofing material, often whittling the 20‑year lifespan of an asphalt roof down, to a span of ten to fifteen years without scrupulous upkeep.

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

In New Orleans roof damage often stems from the gusty onslaught of Gulf hurricanes and tropical storms. Those fierce winds bring rain that slams into the roof debris that whizzes about and air that seeps into seams, conditions that quickly turn small leaks into shingle loss. The problem lingers, too: prolonged humidity and the salt deposited by storm surge keep the corrosion ticking after a monster event such, as Hurricane Katrina.

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

In New Orleans the sweet spot, for a roof replacement falls in winter through early spring, think February to April, when Gulf hurricane activity eases summer thunderstorms are rare, humidity and heat sit in a moderate range that lets shingle adhesion work its magic and the chance of mold stays low. It’s wise to steer clear of the summer months. The June‑to‑November hurricane season.

Insurance & Storms

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

Storm‑related roof claims in New Orleans are a sight, driven by the city’s vulnerable Gulf coastline, relentless hurricanes and tropical storms fierce winds and rain surging waters and a stock of aging shotgun‑style and raised cottages. The volume of filings jumps from August through October, the core of the hurricane season, and damage rates linger above the national average even after major landfalls, like Katrina and Ida.

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

New Orleans sees the bulk of its roof replacements come from hurricanes and tropical storms, howling winds, flying debris and storm surge pushed in from Lake Pontchartrain do the damage with Hurricane Ida and the infamous Katrina standing out as examples. On top of that relentless rain and weeks‑long flooding, in the low‑lying neighborhoods rot decking prompting roof swaps while the occasional tornado that spins off these systems leaves its own pocket of localized destruction.

Top Roofing Contractors in New Orleans, Louisiana

LS Contracting

5

1 review

201 Saint Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70170

(888) 876-6364

Lapeyre Construction

4.9

111 reviews

421 9th Street
New Orleans, LA 70115

(504) 290-2911

IBS Consultant LLC

5

1 review

2308 Delery St
New Orleans, LA 70117

(228) 806-4348

Mackie One Roofing Gutters & Siding

4.6

22 reviews

4014 Erato St
New Orleans, LA 70125

(504) 821-1530

PosiGen Solar Solutions

5

1 review

819 Central Ave Ste 210
New Orleans, LA 70121

(504) 401-3149

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Priority Roofing

5

1 review

3701 Tchoupitoulas St
New Orleans, LA 70115

(504) 810-5346

Schwander-Hutchinson Roofing Inc

4.4

35 reviews

8032 Townsend Pl
New Orleans, LA 70126

(504) 248-5922

Avocado Roofing

5

15 reviews

2228 Arts Street
New Orleans, LA 70117

(504) 345-8760

Skyline Contractors LLC

5

1 review

421 9th St
New Orleans, LA 70115

(504) 399-7663

Trifecta Roofing and Solar

5

1 review

4127 S Claiborne Ave
New Orleans, LA 70125

(504) 994-3143

Resilient Roofing New Orleans

4.9

41 reviews

6901 Pritchard Place
New Orleans, LA 70125

(504) 608-2197

Big Easy Roofing: New Orleans Roofing & Siding Contractors

5

1 review

625 Celeste Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

(504) 910-8940

Copper Roofing

4.6

73 reviews

201 Saint Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70170

(706) 366-1515

Brennan’s Roofing LLC

4.7

14 reviews

34 Curtis Drive
New Orleans, LA 70126

(504) 952-7663

Clayton Construction Service LLC

4.9

12 reviews

4902 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70119

(504) 641-6111

Ray Bros Inc

3.7

9 reviews

2801 Frenchmen St
New Orleans, LA 70122

(504) 945-8069

Synergy Roofing

5

10 reviews

333 Bermuda Street
New Orleans, LA 70115

(504) 352-2466

Jubilee Construction

4.4

15 reviews

201 Saint Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70170

(504) 276-5454

Orleans Sheet Metal Works & Roofing Inc.

4

10 reviews

2630 Orleans Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70119

(504) 822-4892

JES Inc

5

1 review

730 Napoleon Ave
New Orleans, LA 70115

(318) 557-5800

Map of Roofing Contractors in New Orleans, Louisiana

New Orleans Roof Costs Compared to Other Louisiana Cities

Baton Rouge, LA

  • $976 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $11,570

Shreveport, LA

  • $3,793 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $14,387

Lafayette, LA

  • $10,144 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $20,738

Lake Charles, LA

  • $3,793 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $14,387

Metairie, LA

  • $2,448 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,042