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The average cost to replace a roof in Butte, Montana is $16,434.

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$16,434 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Butte, MT

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The average cost to replace a roof in Butte is about $16,434. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Butte of 2,399 sqft (24.00 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 2,399 sqft roof (24.00 squares) in Butte.

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 Butte.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.85/sqft ($685/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,425
1,00010$6,850
1,50015$10,276
2,00020$13,701
2,50025$17,126
3,00030$20,551
3,50035$23,976
4,00040$27,401
4,50045$30,827
5,00050$34,252
Metal
$13.78/sqft ($1,378/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$6,892
1,00010$13,784
1,50015$20,676
2,00020$27,569
2,50025$34,461
3,00030$41,353
3,50035$48,245
4,00040$55,137
4,50045$62,029
5,00050$68,921
Designer Shingle
$7.95/sqft ($795/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,976
1,00010$7,953
1,50015$11,929
2,00020$15,906
2,50025$19,882
3,00030$23,858
3,50035$27,835
4,00040$31,811
4,50045$35,787
5,00050$39,764

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 Butte home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.85/sqft ($685/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,055
1,000$4,110
1,500$6,165
2,000$8,220
2,500$10,276
3,000$12,331
3,500$14,386
4,000$16,441
4,500$18,496
5,000$20,551
Metal
$13.78/sqft ($1,378/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,273
1,000$8,546
1,500$12,819
2,000$17,093
2,500$21,366
3,000$25,639
3,500$29,912
4,000$34,185
4,500$38,458
5,000$42,731
Designer Shingle
$7.95/sqft ($795/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,426
1,000$4,851
1,500$7,277
2,000$9,702
2,500$12,128
3,000$14,554
3,500$16,979
4,000$19,405
4,500$21,830
5,000$24,256

Butte Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned20,892
Average roof size (with pitch)2,399 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Butte, Montana

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Butte, Montana compared to nearby areas?

Roofing labor in Butte Montana typically falls between $35 and $55 per hour, $1.25 to $2.75 per square foot, about five to fifteen percent cheaper than in Bozeman or Missoula because of lower overhead, yet comparable, to Helena while the town’s steep historic mine‑town roofs and winter access can push local labor premiums higher.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Butte, Montana's weather affect roof lifespan?

Butte’s high elevation and continental climate bring yearly rain yet they also dump heavy winter snow and prompt frequent freeze‑thaw cycles that wear on shingles and flashings. Gusty winds can pry at roof edges while the strong, high‑altitude sun speeds up UV degradation. All of this tends to shorten a roof’s lifespan unless robust materials, a pitch and diligent snow‑management practices are employed.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Butte, Montana?

In Butte roof damage often stems from heavy winter snowfall and the ice dams that develop during the freeze‑thaw cycle, a problem that’s aggravated by older mining‑era houses with thin attic insulation and sharply pitched roofs that trap snow.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Butte, Montana?

The window for shingle work in Butte Montana runs from mid‑June through September landing after the spring snowmelt has drained away and before the first fall snows arrive. Because the town sits at an elevation it endures heavy winter snowfall and an unrelenting freeze‑thaw cycle making April and May fairly risky and winter outright impossible. Warm dry days are the goal, for a seal so it’s wise to steer clear of the gusty spring storms that often sweep the area.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Butte, Montana?

Storm‑related roof claims in Butte are a regular occurrence, spurred by deep mountain snowfall ice dams that build up at higher elevations, spring hailstorms and brisk gusts. The venerable historic homes, those with steeply pitched roofs in the mining district, see an elevated claim rate, with shingle, flashing and leak repairs becoming a routine after both winter and summer storms.

What natural disasters in Butte, Montana cause the most roof replacements?

In Butte, Montana the common triggers for roof replacements are intense hail and windstorms heavy snow and ice that can cause roofs to collapse or develop ice‑dam leaks and ember‑laden heat‑driven damage from nearby summer wildfires. Roofs dating back, to the town’s mining era are especially vulnerable.

Top Roofing Contractors in Butte, Montana

Dale and Sons LLC

5

1 review

119086 Rick Jones Way
Butte, MT 59750

(406) 691-2492

Foothold Inc

5

1 review

119934 Rick Jones Way
Butte, MT 59750

(406) 491-5968

K&K Roofing Inc

5

1 review

616 E Front St
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 491-8514

MDS Enterprises

5

1 review

1919 S Montana St
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 490-5407

Over the Top Roofing

4.7

20 reviews

1707 Continental Drive
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 565-5777

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Mountain Roofing

4.9

51 reviews

1369 Harrison Avenue
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 565-7557

Team Construction

5

1 review

Butte, MT 59701

(406) 782-8327

K & K Roofing & Excavation Inc

4.1

9 reviews

616 East Front Street
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 723-5511

Thomas Roofing

5

1 review

700 Centennial Avenue
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 723-4967

Urban Roofing Butte

5

1 review

827 South Montana Street
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 565-4890

Mca Roofing

5

1 review

216 East Platinum Street
Butte, MT 59701

Lifetime Roofs

1.6

5 reviews

18 East Quartz Street
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 490-7789

Big Sky Builders and Steel LLC

5

1 review

3960 Wynne Street
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 560-2356

Champion Roofs

5

1 review

1949 Wall Street
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 412-5266

Counts Customs Construction

5

1 review

313 West Iron Street
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 498-4691

Lenhardt exterior designs

5

1 review

1259 East 2nd Street
Butte, MT 59701

(406) 438-6504

Map of Roofing Contractors in Butte, Montana

Butte Roof Costs Compared to Other Montana Cities

Billings, MT

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,434

Missoula, MT

  • $302 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,736

Great Falls, MT

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,434

Helena, MT

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,434

Kalispell, MT

  • $5,950 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $22,384