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The average cost to replace a roof in Omaha, Nebraska is $14,530.

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$14,530 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Omaha, NE

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The average cost to replace a roof in Omaha is about $14,530. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Omaha of 2,135 sqft (21.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.81 per sqft ($681/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 2,135 sqft roof (21.33 squares) in Omaha.

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 Omaha.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.81/sqft ($681/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,403
1,00010$6,806
1,50015$10,208
2,00020$13,611
2,50025$17,014
3,00030$20,417
3,50035$23,820
4,00040$27,222
4,50045$30,625
5,00050$34,028
Designer Shingle
$7.96/sqft ($796/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,979
1,00010$7,958
1,50015$11,937
2,00020$15,916
2,50025$19,895
3,00030$23,874
3,50035$27,853
4,00040$31,832
4,50045$35,811
5,00050$39,790
Metal
$14.22/sqft ($1,422/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$7,111
1,00010$14,222
1,50015$21,333
2,00020$28,444
2,50025$35,554
3,00030$42,665
3,50035$49,776
4,00040$56,887
4,50045$63,998
5,00050$71,109

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 Omaha home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.81/sqft ($681/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,042
1,000$4,083
1,500$6,125
2,000$8,167
2,500$10,208
3,000$12,250
3,500$14,292
4,000$16,333
4,500$18,375
5,000$20,417
Designer Shingle
$7.96/sqft ($796/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,427
1,000$4,854
1,500$7,282
2,000$9,709
2,500$12,136
3,000$14,563
3,500$16,990
4,000$19,418
4,500$21,845
5,000$24,272
Metal
$14.22/sqft ($1,422/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,409
1,000$8,817
1,500$13,226
2,000$17,635
2,500$22,044
3,000$26,452
3,500$30,861
4,000$35,270
4,500$39,679
5,000$44,087

Omaha Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned177,224
Average roof size (with pitch)2,135 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Omaha, Nebraska

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Omaha, Nebraska compared to nearby areas?

In Omaha the contractor landscape is fiercely competitive which keeps roofing labor at a level, generally $2.00 to $4.50 per square foot or about $1,500 to $4,500 for a typical roof. Those numbers line up with rates in Lincoln and Council Bluffs sit a touch above rural towns because of higher demand and remain roughly 10‑20 % lower, than what coastal metropolitan areas charge.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Omaha, Nebraska's weather affect roof lifespan?

Omaha receives thirty inches of rain and about twenty‑eight inches of snow each year. Its summers are hot. Bathed in bright sunshine delivering intense UV radiation while spring frequently unleashes severe storms that hurl hail and generate wind gusts that can top sixty miles per hour. The relentless UV, repeated freeze‑thaw cycles, ice dams, hail impacts and wind‑driven rain together wear down roofing shingles shortening their service life and driving up the need, for maintenance and replacement.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Omaha, Nebraska?

In Omaha roofs tend to get battered during the spring and summer months when fierce thunderstorms roll through, especially the hail and hard‑hitting straight‑line winds that can peel off shingles and dent vents.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Omaha, Nebraska?

In Omaha the ideal window for roofing stretches from spring into early fall, roughly May, through September, when temperatures stay above freezing and the shingles can seal properly. Steering clear of the winter freeze the volatile early‑spring storm and tornado season that often sweep eastern Nebraska and the intense July heat is advisable. Summer tends to bring more predictable days for installation though that period also sees contractors at their busiest.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Omaha, Nebraska?

Storm‑related roof claims are an occurrence, in Omaha spiking from late spring through the summer when eastern Nebraska gets hammered by hail, straight‑line winds and occasional tornadoes. Insurers consistently see claim numbers jump after hailstorms with most reports citing missing shingles, granule loss and roof leaks. The risk is especially pronounced in Omaha’s Douglas County neighborhoods, where exposure tends to be higher.

What natural disasters in Omaha, Nebraska cause the most roof replacements?

In Omaha hail and straight‑line thunderstorm winds shoulder the bulk of roof‑replacement cases while tornado strikes and the weight of heavy snow or ice also compel many homeowners to pull off and replace their roofs. The August 2020 Midwest derecho carved a path of wind damage, across the Omaha metro area and the most intense hail seasons tend to bundle shingle failures into concentrated bursts.

Top Roofing Contractors in Omaha, Nebraska

Total Elevated Roofing

5

53 reviews

2423 South 42nd Street
Omaha, NE 68105

(402) 599-3009

Rhino Roofing

5

1 review

4337 South 90th Street
Omaha, NE 68127

(515) 710-6301

Anchor Roofing

5

183 reviews

7702 South 168th Street
Omaha, NE 68136

(402) 403-9492

Integrity Roofing

5

35 reviews

3606 North 156th Street
Omaha, NE 68116

(402) 213-7661

Pillar Exteriors

5

8 reviews

3377 North 88th Plaza
Omaha, NE 68134

(402) 919-7663

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Hamilton Midwest Exteriors

5

1 review

8204 South 167th Street
Omaha, NE 68136

(402) 819-8578

Mighty Dog Roofing

5

137 reviews

2525 North 117th Avenue
Omaha, NE 68164

(844) 942-4081

Alfa Y Omega Construction Inc

5

1 review

2028 North 20th Street
Omaha, NE 68110

(531) 999-0200

GW Contracting

4.6

9 reviews

13217 C St
Omaha, NE 68144

(402) 321-6872

LF Roofing & Construction

5

1 review

5008 Glasgow Ave
Omaha, NE 68157

(531) 222-7588

Full Circle Roofing LLC

5

7 reviews

8504 Vernon Ave
Omaha, NE 68122

(402) 953-7317

McCoy Roofing LLC

4.8

228 reviews

11308 Q St Ste 101
Omaha, NE 68137

(402) 616-7304

McKinnis Inc

4.7

97 reviews

14920 Grover St
Omaha, NE 68144

(402) 513-6620

Nastase Contracting Inc

4.8

118 reviews

6404 N 91st Plz
Omaha, NE 68134

(402) 680-5199

Artisan Roofing Inc

5

39 reviews

10733 Mockingbird Dr
Omaha, NE 68127

(712) 326-6822

10 Men Roofing

3.8

12 reviews

1923 N 42nd St
Omaha, NE 68111

(402) 991-0048

Davis Contracting LLC

5

1 review

2611 Florence Blvd
Omaha, NE 68110

(402) 812-4400

Royalty Roofing & Renovations

4.9

208 reviews

13315 B St
Omaha, NE 68144

(402) 216-8850

Saalfeld Roofing

5

1 review

17903 Storage Rd
Omaha, NE 68136

(402) 430-1554

R&R Construction

5

1 review

3457 S 15th St
Omaha, NE 68108

(402) 734-4842

Map of Roofing Contractors in Omaha, Nebraska

Omaha Roof Costs Compared to Other Nebraska Cities

Lincoln, NE

  • $1,431 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,099

Grand Island, NE

  • $1,431 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,099

Bellevue, NE

  • $2,750 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $11,780

North Platte, NE

  • $1,431 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,099

Kearney, NE

  • $1,431 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,099