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

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

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The average cost to replace a roof in East Helena is about $16,434. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in East Helena 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 East Helena.

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 East Helena.

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 East Helena 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

East Helena Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned4,370
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 East Helena, Montana

Labor Costs

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

In East Helena roofing labor generally falls between $55 and $85 an hour which translates to $150, $280, for each 100‑square‑foot section. Those figures reflect the influence of the climate and the travel distances involved. Compared with the rural outskirts East Helena’s rates sit a bit higher yet they remain modestly below what’s typical in Montana’s larger cities.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does East Helena, Montana's weather affect roof lifespan?

At 3,900 ft East Helena endures a semi‑arid high‑elevation climate that barely drizzles drops 30‑50 inches of snow each winter repeats freeze‑thaw cycles, like clockwork hurls fierce winds and basks in a hard sunny UV glare. That mix of extremes breeds ice dams pries shingles loose accelerates brittleness and gnaws away at granules, collectively shaving years off a roof’s life compared with the gentler lower‑lying valleys.

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

The chief source of roof damage, in East Helena is the winter’s onslaught of snow and ice, especially when heavy snowpack creates ice dams and the valley’s freeze‑thaw rhythm pushes water under the shingles seeping into attics.

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

The prime roofing season in East Helena Montana stretches from May through September. Once the snowpack has melted and daytime highs consistently climb above 45 , 50 °F, the summer months, especially July and August, provide the driest most dependable conditions, for installing shingle or metal roofs. Winter and early‑spring thaws, ice and frequent rain should be avoided, as they tend to delay work.

Insurance & Storms

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

Storm‑related roof claims in East Helena ever occur, but they shoot up after a summer hailstorm or when gusty mountain winds roll in. The older, steep‑roofed and historic residences usually bear the brunt of the damage. Deep wet snow, in winter can sometimes force leaks or even a roof collapse prompting claims. Insurance premiums are calibrated to these locally driven weather spikes.

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

In East Helena most roof replacements come on the heels of hailstorms and gusty winds. A secondary wave of trouble stems from snow and ice which can cause roofs to sag, collapse or leak.. On rarer occasions the ember‑laden heat, from nearby wildfire seasons adds its own brand of damage.

Top Roofing Contractors in East Helena, Montana

T & J Xteriors and Roofing

5

1 review

303 North Thurman Avenue
East Helena, MT 59635

(406) 202-8163

Christofferson Construction LLC

4.7

15 reviews

2695 Stagecoach Dr
East Helena, MT 59635

(406) 422-5085

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East Helena Roof Costs Compared to Other Montana Cities

Billings, MT

  • About the same
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Missoula, MT

  • $302 more expensive
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Great Falls, MT

  • About the same
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Helena, MT

  • About the same
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Kalispell, MT

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