Auburn Roof Replacement Costs

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The average cost to replace a roof in Auburn, Maine is $19,339.

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Roof Replacement Cost in Auburn, Maine

The average cost to replace a roof in Auburn is about $19,339. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Auburn of 2,604 sqft (26.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.43 per sqft ($743/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 2,604 sqft roof (26.00 squares) in Auburn.

Asphalt Shingle

$19,339

Designer Shingle

$20,605

Slate

$59,085

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

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 Auburn.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.43/sqft ($743/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,713
1,000	10	$7,427
1,500	15	$11,140
2,000	20	$14,853
2,500	25	$18,567
3,000	30	$22,280
3,500	35	$25,993
4,000	40	$29,707
4,500	45	$33,420
5,000	50	$37,133

Designer Shingle
$7.91/sqft ($791/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,956
1,000	10	$7,913
1,500	15	$11,869
2,000	20	$15,825
2,500	25	$19,782
3,000	30	$23,738
3,500	35	$27,694
4,000	40	$31,651
4,500	45	$35,607
5,000	50	$39,563

Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$11,345
1,000	10	$22,690
1,500	15	$34,035
2,000	20	$45,380
2,500	25	$56,725
3,000	30	$68,070
3,500	35	$79,415
4,000	40	$90,760
4,500	45	$102,105
5,000	50	$113,450

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

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 Auburn home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.43/sqft ($743/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,228
1,000	$4,456
1,500	$6,684
2,000	$8,912
2,500	$11,140
3,000	$13,368
3,500	$15,596
4,000	$17,824
4,500	$20,052
5,000	$22,280

Designer Shingle
$7.91/sqft ($791/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,413
1,000	$4,827
1,500	$7,240
2,000	$9,653
2,500	$12,067
3,000	$14,480
3,500	$16,894
4,000	$19,307
4,500	$21,720
5,000	$24,134

Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$6,353
1,000	$12,706
1,500	$19,060
2,000	$25,413
2,500	$31,766
3,000	$38,119
3,500	$44,472
4,000	$50,826
4,500	$57,179
5,000	$63,532

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Auburn Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned	8,186
Average roof size (with pitch)	2,604 Square Feet
Average roof slope	6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof type	Asphalt Shingle

Calculated by our AI roofing tech and populated from the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Auburn, Maine

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Auburn, Maine compared to nearby areas?

In Auburn hiring a roofer typically costs between $2.00 and $3.50 per sq ft which translates to $45, $75 an hour. That price band lines up closely with Lewiston is about $0.50, $1.00 per sq ft cheaper, than Portland. Still sits above the more modest rates found in the smaller rural Androscoggin County towns where there are fewer contractors and demand is lower.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Auburn, Maine's weather affect roof lifespan?

In Auburn Maine’s inland Androscoggin Valley the climate delivers 42‑46 inches of rain and about 60‑70 inches of snow each year. With average winds hovering, around 10 mph and scarce winter sunshine the region endures snow loads, ice‑dam formation, freeze‑thaw cycles, wind uplift and UV aging, all of which can shave several years off the life of asphalt shingles unless they’re given proper targeted maintenance.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Auburn, Maine?

In Auburn, Maine tucked into the Androscoggin River valley roof damage often stems from winter snow and ice, especially those stubborn ice dams that appear after heavy snowfall when attic insulation is lacking, leading to leaks and putting serious stress on the roof’s structure.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Auburn, Maine?

In Auburn, Maine the advantageous window for a roof replacement stretches from late May through September with the sweet spot landing, between June and August, when the days stay warm the air remains drier and the freeze‑thaw cycle eases enough for shingles to seal cleanly. It’s wise to steer clear of the cold of winter the surge of a heavy spring thaw and the Androscoggin Valley’s autumn storms, which often bring rain and early freezes.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Auburn, Maine?

Storm‑related roof claims in Auburn appear often especially after a Nor’easter strong winds, ice or hail. The region’s mill‑era houses, the tree‑lined lots that hug the Androscoggin River valley and the relentless freeze‑thaw cycle all heighten the danger sparking claim spikes in late‑fall and early‑spring. Year after year a noticeable post‑storm surge rolls, through both homeowners and insurers.

What natural disasters in Auburn, Maine cause the most roof replacements?

Most roof replacements in Auburn, Maine stem from the battering of Nor’easters and the weight of winter snow that breeds ice dams, combined with wind‑blown havoc from tropical storms and fierce summer squalls, like the 2020 Tropical Storm Isaias, and, on occasion debris hurled by the Androscoggin River’s spring floods that can topple a roof outright.