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The average cost to replace a roof in Columbia, Maryland is $17,592.

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$17,592 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Columbia, MD

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Roof Replacement Cost in Columbia, Maryland

The average cost to replace a roof in Columbia is about $17,592. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Columbia of 2,281 sqft (22.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.71 per sqft ($771/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 2,281 sqft roof (22.67 squares) in Columbia.

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 Columbia.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.71/sqft ($771/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,856
1,00010$7,712
1,50015$11,569
2,00020$15,425
2,50025$19,281
3,00030$23,137
3,50035$26,993
4,00040$30,850
4,50045$34,706
5,00050$38,562
Designer Shingle
$7.60/sqft ($760/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,801
1,00010$7,602
1,50015$11,403
2,00020$15,204
2,50025$19,005
3,00030$22,806
3,50035$26,607
4,00040$30,408
4,50045$34,209
5,00050$38,010
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 Columbia home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.71/sqft ($771/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,314
1,000$4,627
1,500$6,941
2,000$9,255
2,500$11,569
3,000$13,882
3,500$16,196
4,000$18,510
4,500$20,823
5,000$23,137
Designer Shingle
$7.60/sqft ($760/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,319
1,000$4,637
1,500$6,956
2,000$9,274
2,500$11,593
3,000$13,912
3,500$16,230
4,000$18,549
4,500$20,867
5,000$23,186
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.

Columbia Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned16,993
Average roof size (with pitch)2,281 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 Columbia, Maryland

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Columbia, Maryland compared to nearby areas? In Columbia, Maryland roofing labor typically commands $3.50 to $6.00 per foot, or about $50 to $80 per hour, thanks to the town’s planned‑community density, HOA inspection requirements and permit fees. This places the price ten to twenty percent above the rates found in the more rural sections of Howard County aligns it with many Baltimore‑suburb figures and still leaves it under the rates common, in Washington, D.C.’s core.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Columbia, Maryland's weather affect roof lifespan? Because it lies close to the Chesapeake Bay, Columbia, Maryland receives 40, 45 inches of rain and 18, 24 inches of snow each year enjoys moderate breezes of, about 9, 12 mph and accumulates around 2,000, 2,200 sunshine hours. That mix of humidity, freeze‑thaw cycles, wind uplift and relentless UV exposure typically trims the service life of an asphalt roof to 15, 20 years unless stronger materials and consistent maintenance are employed.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Columbia, Maryland? Roof damage, in Columbia Maryland often stems from storm‑driven winds and falling tree limbs a problem made worse by the town’s dense mature canopy the large yard trees that line its planned villages and the regular summer thunderstorms and winter Nor’easters that can lift or puncture shingles and lead to leaks.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Columbia, Maryland? In Columbia, Maryland the ideal window for a roof replacement falls into two stretches, April through early June and again September to October. During those periods temperatures usually linger between 50 °F and 85 °F the air is drier. Thunderstorms are less common than, in midsummer and the local tree canopy has shed enough leaves to keep the worksite manageable; this avoids both the harsh winter freeze and the peak‑summer heat.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Columbia, Maryland? In Columbia, Maryland roof claims tied to storms are a routine occurrence largely because the area is draped in a dense canopy of trees and is no stranger to summer thunderstorms occasional Nor’easters and even icy winters. Most of the time the culprits are gusty winds, hail or a wayward branch that decides to take a tumble onto the roof. As a result insurers often see a surge, in filings after a weather event and homeowners are well‑served by documenting any damage and submitting a report without delay.
What natural disasters in Columbia, Maryland cause the most roof replacements? In Columbia, Maryland the biggest culprits behind roof replacements are the winds that accompany severe thunderstorms and tropical storms, Hurricane Isaias, in 2020 for instance sent trees crashing onto houses in the town’s tree‑lined neighborhoods. Hail damage follows behind and only on rare occasions do heavy snow or ice cause structural failures.

Top Roofing Contractors in Columbia, Maryland

Nu Look Roofing Siding and Windows

4.7

581 reviews

8840 Stanford Boulevard
Columbia, MD 21045

(443) 332-3947

ProCraft Renovations

5

1 review

10290 Old Columbia Road
Columbia, MD 21046

(443) 292-2056

ProCraft Renovations

5

1 review

10290 Old Columbia Road
Columbia, MD 21046

(443) 292-2056

Family Roofing

5

1 review

8808 Centre Park Drive
Columbia, MD 21045

(202) 276-5004

Economic Roofing

3.9

18 reviews

9150 Rumsey Road
Columbia, MD 21045

(443) 661-1200

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A1 Roofings Kangaroof

5

52 reviews

9570 Berger Road
Columbia, MD 21046

(410) 799-1600

Alexander Townsley Home Improvements

4.9

51 reviews

8775 Centre Park Drive
Columbia, MD 21045

(410) 992-2519

Liberty Windows & Siding Inc

4.7

182 reviews

9520 Berger Rd Ste 102
Columbia, MD 21046

(410) 715-1232

Economic Roofing Services Inc

3.6

17 reviews

9150 Rumsey Rd Ste A5
Columbia, MD 21045

(443) 661-1224

Columbia Roofing Inc

5

1 review

6935-A Oakland Mills Road
Columbia, MD 21045

(410) 379-6100

Certified Roofing Siding Windows Doors Baths

4.8

148 reviews

9520 Berger Road
Columbia, MD 21046

(301) 917-2980

Boyd Construction Co Inc

5

27 reviews

8630 Guilford Road
Columbia, MD 21046

(202) 223-7663

One Day Roofing

5

1 review

10440 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD 21044

(240) 830-0210

Crystal Exteriors LLC

4.9

68 reviews

7232 Mainstream Way
Columbia, MD 21044

(301) 681-8186

Kelbie Roofing

5

1 review

5305 Village Center Dr Ste 101B PMB 212
Columbia, MD 21044

(410) 808-9380

The Trusted Roofer

5

10 reviews

10440 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD 21044

Ridgeline Roofers Columbia

5

8 reviews

6233 Copper Sky Court
Columbia, MD 21045

(410) 774-6620

Southern National LLC

4.2

42 reviews

6700 Alexander Bell Dr Ste 226
Columbia, MD 21046

(443) 596-7733

Holliday Home Improvements, Inc

4.9

14 reviews

10865 Hilltop Lane
Columbia, MD 21044

(410) 740-1568

The Columbia Roofers

5

17 reviews

6500 Knoll North Drive
Columbia, MD 21045

(410) 941-2304

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Columbia Roof Costs Compared to Other Maryland Cities

Baltimore, MD

  • $8,216 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $9,376

Silver Spring, MD

  • $2,945 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $14,647

Hagerstown, MD

  • $4,152 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,440

Frederick, MD

  • $4,152 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,440

Bowie, MD

  • $8,857 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $8,735
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.