Whitefish Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Whitefish, Montana is $22,384.
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6,907 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Whitefish, MT
$22,384 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Whitefish, MT
2 Highly rated roofers in Whitefish, MT
The average cost to replace a roof in Whitefish is about $22,384. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Whitefish of 3,214 sqft (32.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.96 per sqft ($696/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 3,214 sqft roof (32.00 squares) in Whitefish.
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 Whitefish.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,482 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,965 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,447 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,929 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $17,411 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $20,894 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $24,376 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $27,858 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $31,340 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $34,823 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $6,892 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $13,784 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $20,676 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $27,569 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $34,461 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $41,353 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $48,245 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $55,137 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $62,029 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $68,921 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,976 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,953 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $11,929 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $15,906 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $19,882 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $23,858 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $27,835 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $31,811 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $35,787 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $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 Whitefish home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,089 |
| 1,000 | $4,179 |
| 1,500 | $6,268 |
| 2,000 | $8,357 |
| 2,500 | $10,447 |
| 3,000 | $12,536 |
| 3,500 | $14,626 |
| 4,000 | $16,715 |
| 4,500 | $18,804 |
| 5,000 | $20,894 |
| SQFT | VALUE 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 |
| SQFT | VALUE 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 |
Whitefish Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 6,907 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 3,214 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Whitefish, Montana
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Whitefish, Montana compared to nearby areas?
Roofing labor in Whitefish usually ranges from $3.50 to $6.50 per foot, roughly ten to twenty percent above the rates seen in Kalispell or Columbia Falls. That bump comes from the challenges of mountain access roofs that get buried in snow the need for specialized ice‑mitigation techniques and the ebb and flow of seasonal demand. On top of the base price contractors often tack on travel. Permitting fees, which pushes the overall labor cost higher than, in the neighboring valley towns. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Whitefish, Montana's weather affect roof lifespan?
Whitefish Montana averages twenty to twenty‑five inches of precipitation each year while its snowpack typically swells to somewhere between eighty and a hundred inches. The nearby lake and mountain breezes stir up gusty winds. A fierce summer sun adds to the mix laying down heavy snow loads. Repeated freeze‑thaw cycles and ice dams intensified by UV radiation and wind‑driven uplift accelerate the aging of roof shingles, often shaving years off an asphalt roof’s lifespan unless proper ventilation and diligent snow‑management are, in place. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Whitefish, Montana?
In Whitefish the chief offender behind roof damage is the weight of winter snow and ice damming. Mountain. The freeze‑thaw cycle shove wet snow onto the roof, where it often sneaks under shingles and gutters spawning leaks and tearing flashing, particularly, after the brutal Big Mountain winters. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Whitefish, Montana?
In Whitefish, Montana tucked near Glacier National Park and Whitefish Lake the window for swapping out a roof stretches, from mid‑June through early September. July and August in particular bring the driest most steady conditions. Outside that span heavy winter snow, early‑fall storms and the spring freeze‑thaw swing make it difficult for shingles to stick and for crews to operate safely. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Whitefish, Montana?
Storm‑related roof claims are fairly common in Whitefish, Montana. Heavy mountain snow and the ice dams it creates the downslope winds that rush off the Rockies and the occasional summer hail all play a part. Claims usually spike after the winter snow melts and following spring storms. Older homes and steep‑roofed houses, near Whitefish Lake tend to file these claims often. What natural disasters in Whitefish, Montana cause the most roof replacements?
In Whitefish the bulk of roof replacements are triggered by three forces: the heavy winter snows that pile up and form stubborn ice dams the violent hailstorms and mountain gusts that pry shingles loose and the wildfire seasons that scorch roofs and send embers licking houses perched on the forest’s edge, especially in light of the recent unusually ferocious blazes that have roared near Glacier National Park. Top Roofing Contractors in Whitefish, Montana
Midbar Construction
5
2 reviews
Creekview Dr
Whitefish, MT 59937
(406) 249-9969
Hurley Roofing & Sheet Metal
5
1 review
6479 U.S. Highway 93 South
Whitefish, MT 59937
(406) 282-8805
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