Detroit Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Detroit, Michigan is $10,756.
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254,331 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Detroit, MI
$10,756 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Detroit, MI
18 Highly rated roofers in Detroit, MI
The average cost to replace a roof in Detroit is about $10,756. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Detroit of 1,597 sqft (16.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.74 per sqft ($674/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 1,597 sqft roof (16.00 squares) in Detroit.
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 Detroit.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,368 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,735 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,103 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,470 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $16,838 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $20,205 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $23,573 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $26,941 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $30,308 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $33,676 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,165 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $8,329 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $12,494 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $16,658 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $20,823 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $24,987 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $29,152 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $33,317 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $37,481 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $41,646 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $9,309 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $18,619 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $27,928 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $37,237 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $46,547 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $55,856 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $65,165 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $74,475 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $83,784 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $93,094 |
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 Detroit home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,021 |
| 1,000 | $4,041 |
| 1,500 | $6,062 |
| 2,000 | $8,082 |
| 2,500 | $10,103 |
| 3,000 | $12,123 |
| 3,500 | $14,144 |
| 4,000 | $16,164 |
| 4,500 | $18,185 |
| 5,000 | $20,205 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,540 |
| 1,000 | $5,081 |
| 1,500 | $7,621 |
| 2,000 | $10,162 |
| 2,500 | $12,702 |
| 3,000 | $15,242 |
| 3,500 | $17,783 |
| 4,000 | $20,323 |
| 4,500 | $22,864 |
| 5,000 | $25,404 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $5,772 |
| 1,000 | $11,544 |
| 1,500 | $17,315 |
| 2,000 | $23,087 |
| 2,500 | $28,859 |
| 3,000 | $34,631 |
| 3,500 | $40,403 |
| 4,000 | $46,174 |
| 4,500 | $51,946 |
| 5,000 | $57,718 |
Detroit Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 254,331 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 1,597 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Detroit, Michigan
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Detroit, Michigan compared to nearby areas?
In Detroit roofing crews generally charge between $2.50 and $4.50 per foot which translates to about $40‑$75 per hour. The price often nudges higher when the job involves the city’s homes, mandatory permits or the extra complexity of downtown multi‑unit projects. Those figures line up closely with rates in the surrounding suburbs sit 5‑15 % below the higher‑priced affluent markets of Ann Arbor and Birmingham and are about 5‑10 %, above the lower‑priced rural pockets of Wayne County. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Detroit, Michigan's weather affect roof lifespan?
Detroit feels the sway of Lake Erie and the Detroit River resulting in 32, 34 inches of rain about 40, 45 inches of snow average winds hovering around 9, 10 mph and close, to 2,000 sunshine hours each year. Those quirks, freeze‑thaw cycles, occasional ice dams, relentless moisture seepage, UV‑driven shingle breakdown and wind uplift, quickly wear down roofs cutting short the lifespan of both shingles and flashings. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Detroit, Michigan?
In Detroit the primary culprit behind roof damage is the winter freeze‑thaw cycle and the formation of ice dams that stem from heavy lake‑effect snow melting and refreezing. This process lets water slip, beneath the shingles ultimately harming the citys roofs, many of which have been left with deferred maintenance. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Detroit, Michigan?
In Detroit the ideal window for shingle work runs from May, through September once the Great Lakes’ lake‑effect snow and freeze‑thaw swings have eased and the shingles can seal properly. Summer heat and sudden thunderstorms can throw a wrench into the schedule so aiming for June or September usually brings steadier weather and makes contractor scheduling a lot smoother. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Detroit, Michigan?
Detroit’s roof‑damage claims surface often a by‑product of the city’s seasonal weather extremes. Violent spring‑summer thunderstorms slam roofs with wind and hail heavy snow packs up into ice dams aging roofs, on the brick homes creak under the strain and the sprawling tree canopy drops wayward branches. As a result the claim count climbs in the months when hail and wind dominate then rises again in winter when ice becomes the chief offender. What natural disasters in Detroit, Michigan cause the most roof replacements?
In Detroit most roof replacements come in the wake of thunderstorms that dump wind and hail the crushing load of lake‑effect snow and ice and trees that topple during gusty events. The city’s aging housing stock, compounded by freeze‑thaw cycles speeds up roof failures and the standout wind‑hail storms of 2021 sparked a noticeable surge, in local replacements. Top Roofing Contractors in Detroit, Michigan
NEWLIGHT NURSING HOME
5
1 review
6389 Floyd Avenue
Detroit, MI 48210
(313) 721-2875
ExtraHand Construction
5
1 review
400 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
(248) 933-1402
Jam contracting
5
1 review
1047 South Deacon Street
Detroit, MI 48217
(313) 953-1560
Detroit Roofing Service
3.7
38 reviews
18000 Woodingham Drive
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 332-4858
Motor City Home Improvement
4.5
123 reviews
8450 Burt Road
Detroit, MI 48228
(313) 422-5042
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Bright Roofing & Sheet Metal
5
6 reviews
2833 15th Street
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 963-9083
Gabriel’s roofing construction Llc
5
5 reviews
6881 Clayton Street
Detroit, MI 48210
(248) 383-3449
Building Blocks Home Improvements LLC
4.4
9 reviews
16608 Trinity Street
Detroit, MI 48219
(313) 854-9816
Christen Detroit
4
5 reviews
12830 Mansfield Street
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 837-1420
R&R Roofing/Renovations LLC
4
4 reviews
19390 Goddard Street
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 687-6625
T & M Roofing Go Blue Dumpsters
4.2
5 reviews
14558 Schaefer Highway
Detroit, MI 48227
Jus Roofing
3.7
6 reviews
21000 Cliff Street
Detroit, MI 48234
(313) 208-7756
Pete’s Roofing
5
3 reviews
6628 West Fort Street
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 841-2586
Detroit Roofing and Gutters
5
3 reviews
18900 Washburn Street
Detroit, MI 48221
(888) 311-1828
Roof Repair Genius
5
1 review
Charest Street
Detroit, MI 48234
Detroit Roofing Company
1
1 review
11506 Russell Street
Detroit, MI 48211
(313) 789-3786
T&M Roofing
5
1 review
14564 Schaefer Highway
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 351-9963
Best Choice Roofing
5
1 review
1938 Franklin Street
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 474-7031
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