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

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$19,339 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Wells, ME

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Roof Replacement Cost in Wells, Maine

The average cost to replace a roof in Wells is about $19,339. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Wells 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 Wells.

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 Wells.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.43/sqft ($743/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,713
1,00010$7,427
1,50015$11,140
2,00020$14,853
2,50025$18,567
3,00030$22,280
3,50035$25,993
4,00040$29,707
4,50045$33,420
5,00050$37,133
Designer Shingle
$7.91/sqft ($791/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,956
1,00010$7,913
1,50015$11,869
2,00020$15,825
2,50025$19,782
3,00030$23,738
3,50035$27,694
4,00040$31,651
4,50045$35,607
5,00050$39,563
Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$11,345
1,00010$22,690
1,50015$34,035
2,00020$45,380
2,50025$56,725
3,00030$68,070
3,50035$79,415
4,00040$90,760
4,50045$102,105
5,00050$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 Wells home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.43/sqft ($743/square)
SQFTVALUE 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)
SQFTVALUE 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)
SQFTVALUE 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.

Wells Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned8,350
Average roof size (with pitch)2,604 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle
Calculated by our AI roofing tech and populated from the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Wells, Maine

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Wells, Maine compared to nearby areas? Roofing labor in Wells Maine generally clocks in at $3.50, $6.50 per foot which translates to roughly $40, $70 per hour. That price sits a shade above the rates in Sanford and Saco matches the levels observed in Kennebunk and York and typically falls short of the steeper fees charged in Portland and the upscale Ogunquit owing to the seasonal surge in coastal demand as well, as the extra permitting and access challenges.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Wells, Maine's weather affect roof lifespan? Coastal Wells Maine gets 45 inches of rain a year about 50‑60 inches of snow persistent nor’easter winds and only modest summer sunshine. The salty sea air speeds up corrosion, on metal and fasteners snow and ice dams add wear and invite leaks strong gusts can even lift shingles and the combination of UV exposure and freeze‑thaw cycles degrades asphalt, usually shaving several years off a roof’s lifespan compared with inland counterparts.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Wells, Maine? In Wells, Maine the bulk of roof damage originates from storms and nor’easters. Their ferocious high‑speed winds whip up spray, from Wells Beach and the surrounding marshes while wind‑driven rain scours away shingles eats into flashing and eventually lets water seep in. When winter rolls in, snow and the buildup of ice dams only exacerbate the deterioration.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Wells, Maine? In Wells, Maine the window for a roof replacement stretches from late spring into early autumn, typically May‑June or September‑October. The salty spray, from Wells Beach and the tidal influence of the Webhannet River turn winter freeze‑thaw cycles and nor’easters into a proposition while September usually offers dry stable days and a smoother contractor schedule once the tourist season has wound down.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Wells, Maine? Roof claims tied to storms show up often in Wells, Maine. The town’s exposed Atlantic coastline puts it in the path of fall and winter nor’easters and the occasional tropical storm. Add to that the relentless wind, salty sea spray and occasional ice and the number of claims climbs higher than in inland Maine communities. The surge peaks from October, through March right after a major storm has passed.
What natural disasters in Wells, Maine cause the most roof replacements? In Wells, Maine the common triggers for roof replacements begin with wind and water damage caused by nor’easters and hurricanes. Next coastal storm surge and flooding repeatedly affect Wells Harbor and Moody Beach. Then winter’s heavy snow and the ice dams it spawns during nor’easters add another layer of strain. Finally falling trees in storms, such, as those that came down during Hurricane Lee in 2023, when high winds and coastal flooding battered the area, often force roofs to be replaced.

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Wells 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

Augusta, ME

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $19,339

Waterville, ME

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $19,339

Lewiston, ME

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $19,339
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.