Augusta Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Augusta, Maine is $19,339.
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11,715 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Augusta, ME
$19,339 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Augusta, ME
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The average cost to replace a roof in Augusta is about $19,339. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Augusta 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 Augusta.
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 Augusta.
| 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 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,979 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,958 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $11,937 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $15,916 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $19,895 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $23,874 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $27,853 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $31,832 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $35,811 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $39,790 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $11,356 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $22,712 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $34,068 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $45,424 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $56,780 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $68,136 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $79,492 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $90,848 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $102,204 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $113,560 |
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 Augusta home.
| 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 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,427 |
| 1,000 | $4,854 |
| 1,500 | $7,282 |
| 2,000 | $9,709 |
| 2,500 | $12,136 |
| 3,000 | $14,563 |
| 3,500 | $16,990 |
| 4,000 | $19,418 |
| 4,500 | $21,845 |
| 5,000 | $24,272 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $6,359 |
| 1,000 | $12,719 |
| 1,500 | $19,078 |
| 2,000 | $25,437 |
| 2,500 | $31,797 |
| 3,000 | $38,156 |
| 3,500 | $44,515 |
| 4,000 | $50,875 |
| 4,500 | $57,234 |
| 5,000 | $63,593 |
Augusta Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 11,715 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,604 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Augusta, Maine
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Augusta, Maine compared to nearby areas?
In Augusta, Maine roofing labor typically runs between $2.50 and $5.50 per foot, roughly $50 to $90 per installer hour. That makes it 5 % to 15 % cheaper than rates in Portland essentially matches the cost in Waterville and Lewiston and sits roughly 5 % to 10 % above the pricing, in the more rural stretches of Kennebec County, where limited contractor availability and seasonal demand tend to lift prices. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Augusta, Maine's weather affect roof lifespan?
Augusta Maine receives 40, 45 inches of rain and about 60 inches of snow each year with average winds hovering near 10 mph and approximately 2,000 sunshine hours annually. Heavy snowfall, repeated freeze‑thaw cycles and ice dams boost moisture and add strain; wind can lift roofing and strip away granules while the mix of UV exposure and wet‑dry cycles usually whittles years off shingle life unless proper ice barriers, ventilation and flashing are, in place. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Augusta, Maine?
In Augusta, Maine, Maine’s state capital perched on the Kennebec River, winter snow and ice especially the stubborn ice dams that form when meltwater refreezes on pitched roofs stand out as the primary source of roof damage. Nor’easters that slam the area heavy snow accumulations and the occasional falling branch, from a roadside maple routinely give rise to leaks. Strip away shingles. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Augusta, Maine?
In Augusta, Maine the window for a roof swap stretches from late June, into early September when the inland Kennebec Valley basks in warm relatively dry days that let shingles seal firmly after the spring thaw and winter snow have long since faded. By contrast the transition months of April‑May and the crisp October bring erratic freeze‑thaw swings that are best avoided. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Augusta, Maine?
In Augusta, Maine storm‑related roof claims tend to appear each season after Nor’easters, winter ice dams and the gusty windstorms of spring. While the city’s inland position on the Kennebec River keeps surge and hurricane damage relatively rare compared with seaside communities, wind, downed trees, ice and heavy rain nevertheless trigger a predictable uptick, in insurance filings every year. What natural disasters in Augusta, Maine cause the most roof replacements?
Roofs, in Augusta frequently end up needing replacement after taking a pounding from nor’easter wind and rain after being buried beneath the heavy snow and ice dams that accompany Maine’s blizzards and after trees crash down during storms. Flooding of the Kennebec River, the surge brought on by Tropical Storm Henri in 2021, has also spurred a wave of roof replacements. Top Roofing Contractors in Augusta, Maine
Framing & Siding Specialists
5
1 review
54 Pond Road
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 446-9834
Newman Homes
3.8
8 reviews
125 Community Drive
Augusta, ME 04330
G&E Roofing Co, Inc
4.3
20 reviews
669 Riverside Drive
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 622-9503
All Season Home Improvements
4.1
33 reviews
823 Church Hill Road
Augusta, ME 04330
(800) 464-3039
Casco Bay Home Improvement
5
1 review
56 Leighton Road
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 620-9090
Augusta Roof Costs Compared to Other Maine Cities
Bangor, ME
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $19,339
Portland, ME
- $7,189 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $12,150
Waterville, ME
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $19,339
Lewiston, ME
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $19,339
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- About the same
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