Worcester Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Worcester, Massachusetts is $9,520.
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41,043 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Worcester, MA
$9,520 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Worcester, MA
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The average cost to replace a roof in Worcester is about $9,520. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Worcester of 1,390 sqft (14.00 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 1,390 sqft roof (14.00 squares) in Worcester.
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 Worcester.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,424 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,849 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,273 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,698 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $17,122 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $20,547 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $23,971 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $27,396 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $30,820 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $34,245 |
| 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 Worcester home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,055 |
| 1,000 | $4,109 |
| 1,500 | $6,164 |
| 2,000 | $8,219 |
| 2,500 | $10,273 |
| 3,000 | $12,328 |
| 3,500 | $14,383 |
| 4,000 | $16,437 |
| 4,500 | $18,492 |
| 5,000 | $20,547 |
| 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 |
Worcester Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 41,043 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 1,390 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Worcester, Massachusetts
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Worcester, Massachusetts compared to nearby areas?
Roofing labor in Worcester generally falls somewhere between the rates of nearby rural towns and the higher prices charged in Boston proper. In terms labor costs are typically about five to twenty percent lower than those in Boston while they run roughly ten to thirty percent higher, than the rates found in the smaller towns of central Massachusetts. This disparity stems from Worcester’s steeper roofs the tighter access crews face on job sites and the additional local permit requirements. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Worcester, Massachusetts's weather affect roof lifespan?
Inland Worcester typically receives around 45 inches of rain each year 60 inches of snow, frequent Nor’easter‑type gusts and a potent summer UV punch. Heavy snowfall paired with repeated freeze‑thaw cycles tends to spawn ice dams wear away granules and compromise flashing while wind uplift and relentless sun bleaching can chip years off the expected 20‑ to 30‑year lifespan of shingles. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Worcester, Massachusetts?
In Worcester, ice dams top the list of roof‑wrecker culprits forming after those New England snowfalls and the relentless freeze‑thaw swing. The problem gets especially worse on the city’s aging triple‑deckers and Victorian homes, where thin attic insulation and stray limbs, from street trees that snap off in a storm can batter the roofing. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Worcester, Massachusetts?
In Worcester the sweet spot, for roofing falls between spring and early autumn, roughly June through September, when the mercury holds steady above 45, 50 °F. Those milder days let shingles seal properly and let the hill‑top microclimates of Central Massachusetts dry out quickly. It’s prudent to avoid the biting winter freeze, the tentative early‑spring thaw and the late‑fall Nor’easters that unleash snow, ice and fierce winds. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Worcester, Massachusetts?
Storm‑driven roof claims crop up with regularity, in Worcester, spiking after Nor’easters when heavy snow and ice forge ice dams and resurfacing in summer as thunderstorms unleash wind and hail on rooftops. The city’s older housing stock and tree‑lined neighborhoods boost the claim rate further especially in the wake of the region’s larger storms. What natural disasters in Worcester, Massachusetts cause the most roof replacements?
In Worcester roof replacements usually come on the heels of weather‑driven disasters: the pounding gusts. Toppled trees that follow severe thunderstorms and tropical storms, Tropical Storm Isaias in 2020 being a recent standout, along with the lingering scars of historic events, like the 1953 Worcester tornado, the wet heavy snow and blizzards of 1978 and the ice dams that result from Nor’easters and ice storms. Top Roofing Contractors in Worcester, Massachusetts
Oasis Construction Inc
5
1 review
200 Southwest Cutoff
Worcester, MA 01604
(617) 500-7995
Remodel or Renew Home Improvement Inc
5
1 review
377 Shrewsbury St
Worcester, MA 01604
(508) 663-7873
CCC BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION INC
5
12 reviews
891 A Main Street
Worcester, MA 01610
(508) 403-5310
Tri State Construction Co
5
1 review
3 Brussels St Ste 315
Worcester, MA 01610
(508) 887-6616
Altitude Roofing
4.9
16 reviews
241 Wildwood Avenue
Worcester, MA 01603
(508) 963-7794
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G&O Construction & Roofing
4.8
51 reviews
25 Kansas Street
Worcester, MA 01610
(774) 243-9700
Seven Hills Roofing
4.7
62 reviews
100 Canterbury Street
Worcester, MA 01603
(508) 414-8305
Worcester Roofing
4.5
16 reviews
340 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01608
(508) 557-2124
Igor’s Construction
5
55 reviews
419 Burncoat Street
Worcester, MA 01606
(508) 889-4331
Scott’s Siding & Remodeling INC.
4.5
16 reviews
70 James Street
Worcester, MA 01603
(508) 752-3388
The Roof Guru
5
8 reviews
544 Pleasant Street
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 579-9370
Kenny Exteriors
4.1
13 reviews
172 Shrewsbury Street
Worcester, MA 01604
(508) 798-8100
Rick Prefontaine Roofing/ Prefontaine Roofing
4.4
5 reviews
11 City View Street
Worcester, MA 01610
(508) 752-6811
Francisco’s Roofing Inc
3
3 reviews
12 Townsend Street
Worcester, MA 01609
(774) 535-2110
Synergy Skylights
5
1 review
41 Santoro Rd
Worcester, MA 01606
(857) 200-3455
Greenwood Industries, Inc.
2.7
22 reviews
640 Lincoln Street
Worcester, MA 01605
(508) 865-4040
Y&A Attic Insulation & Roofing Services
5
1 review
340 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01608
(339) 232-6413
Oasis Construction Inc
5
1 review
200 Southwest Cutoff
Worcester, MA 01604
(617) 500-7995
Worcester’s Pro Roofing
5
1 review
6 Lund Street
Worcester, MA 01607
(508) 242-1597
Kidd Luukko Roofing
4.7
23 reviews
23 North St
Worcester, MA 01605
(508) 799-9500
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- $1,274 less expensive
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- $4,490 more expensive
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