Medford Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Medford, Massachusetts is $14,077.
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14,339 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Medford, MA
$14,077 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Medford, MA
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The average cost to replace a roof in Medford is about $14,077. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Medford of 2,054 sqft (20.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.85 per sqft ($685/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 2,054 sqft roof (20.67 squares) in Medford.
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 Medford.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,427 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,853 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,280 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,707 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $17,134 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $20,560 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $23,987 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $27,414 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $30,841 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $34,267 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,413 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $8,826 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $13,239 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $17,652 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $22,065 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $26,478 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $30,891 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $35,304 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $39,717 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $44,130 |
| 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 |
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 Medford home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,056 |
| 1,000 | $4,112 |
| 1,500 | $6,168 |
| 2,000 | $8,224 |
| 2,500 | $10,280 |
| 3,000 | $12,336 |
| 3,500 | $14,392 |
| 4,000 | $16,448 |
| 4,500 | $18,504 |
| 5,000 | $20,560 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,692 |
| 1,000 | $5,384 |
| 1,500 | $8,076 |
| 2,000 | $10,768 |
| 2,500 | $13,460 |
| 3,000 | $16,151 |
| 3,500 | $18,843 |
| 4,000 | $21,535 |
| 4,500 | $24,227 |
| 5,000 | $26,919 |
| 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 |
Medford Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 14,339 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,054 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Medford, Massachusetts
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Medford, Massachusetts compared to nearby areas?
In Medford the going rate for roofing labor usually lands between $50 and $85 an hour which works out to roughly $3 to $6 per square foot. That price point tends to be a percent cheaper than the rates that appear in central Boston sits right alongside the numbers in Somerville and Malden yet nudges above the figures in farther‑out suburbs like Woburn. The reason, for Medford’s higher cost is the denser lot layout, the older homes and the tighter street access, all of which stretch the time a crew spends on a job. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Medford, Massachusetts's weather affect roof lifespan?
Medford Massachusetts pulls in 44 inches of precipitation each year, about 30 to 50 inches of that is snow. Every now. Then a Nor’easter rolls through lashing the town with strong gusts a splash of salty sea air and a modest dose of sunshine that still manages to leave its UV mark. The relentless rhythm of getting drenched, freezing, thawing, wind uplift and UV exposure chips at asphalt roofs shaving their useful lifespan down to roughly fifteen‑to‑twenty‑five years while metal or slate roofs generally hold out much longer. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Medford, Massachusetts?
Storm damage, the gusty winds and wayward branches that accompany nor’easters and summer storms, is the top cause of roof problems, in Medford. The town’s aging Victorian and triple‑decker roofs, the dense canopy of maples and oaks that line the Mystic River and the winter freeze‑thaw cycle that creates ice dams all combine to heighten that vulnerability. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Medford, Massachusetts?
In Medford, Massachusetts, the season for roofing stretches from late spring through early fall, roughly May, to September, when daytime highs usually climb above the mid‑40s to 50 °F, snow and Nor’easter threats ebb and the adhesives on roofing materials set properly. It’s best to steer clear of the winter months the fickle spring thaws and the dense leaf‑laden autumns that can swamp the Mystic River corridor and the broader Boston metro area. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Medford, Massachusetts?
In Medford roof claims tied to storms show up often with a noticeable bump each year after nor’easters and during the summer’s gusty wind events. The mix of aging colonial houses the dense canopy of city trees and the town’s proximity, to the river all combine to heighten the danger of high winds falling branches, ice dams and heavy snow loads. What natural disasters in Medford, Massachusetts cause the most roof replacements?
In Medford roof replacements are usually prompted by the winds and fallen trees that come with hurricanes and tropical storms, think Sandy in 2012 and Isaias in 2020, and by ice dams and heavy snowfall during Nor’easters and blizzards especially on the town’s older Victorian roofs and the tree‑lined neighborhoods, along the Mystic River. Top Roofing Contractors in Medford, Massachusetts
Joseph S Savini Inc
4.8
6 reviews
40 Canal St Ste 3
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 395-3954
Northeast Industrial Roof Inc
4.9
70 reviews
510 Riverside Ave
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 874-0248
Harco Exteriors
4.3
10 reviews
26 Manning Street
Medford, MA 02155
(617) 901-1650
FRS Roofing + Gutters
4.8
261 reviews
11 Salem Street
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 322-6252
Riverside Sheet Metal & Contracting, Inc.
4.4
20 reviews
15 Reardon Road
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 396-0070
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Mass Roofing and Gutter
3.5
8 reviews
470 Main Street
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 222-3835
Northeast Residential Roof
5
1 review
510 Riverside Avenue
Medford, MA 02155
(800) 821-1365
Melotti Group Roofing
5
1 review
96 Washington Street
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 257-2659
Bostonian Roofing
5
1 review
46 7th Street
Medford, MA 02155
(617) 207-6662
Matt Construction Inc.
5
1 review
398 Main Street
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 333-0159
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