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The average cost to replace a roof in Salem, New Hampshire is $11,343.

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$11,343 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Salem, NH

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Roof Replacement Cost in Salem, New Hampshire

The average cost to replace a roof in Salem is about $11,343. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Salem of 1,535 sqft (15.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.39 per sqft ($739/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 1,535 sqft roof (15.33 squares) in Salem.

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 Salem.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.39/sqft ($739/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,695
1,00010$7,390
1,50015$11,084
2,00020$14,779
2,50025$18,474
3,00030$22,169
3,50035$25,864
4,00040$29,558
4,50045$33,253
5,00050$36,948
Designer Shingle
$7.92/sqft ($792/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,959
1,00010$7,917
1,50015$11,876
2,00020$15,834
2,50025$19,793
3,00030$23,751
3,50035$27,710
4,00040$31,668
4,50045$35,627
5,00050$39,585
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 Salem home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.39/sqft ($739/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,217
1,000$4,434
1,500$6,651
2,000$8,867
2,500$11,084
3,000$13,301
3,500$15,518
4,000$17,735
4,500$19,952
5,000$22,169
Designer Shingle
$7.92/sqft ($792/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,415
1,000$4,829
1,500$7,244
2,000$9,659
2,500$12,073
3,000$14,488
3,500$16,903
4,000$19,318
4,500$21,732
5,000$24,147
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.

Salem Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned7,837
Average roof size (with pitch)1,535 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 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 Salem, New Hampshire

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Salem, New Hampshire compared to nearby areas? In Salem New Hampshire roofing work usually goes for $50‑$90 per hour, just a shade higher than the rates you’d see in the more rural stretches of Rockingham County but typically below what neighboring Massachusetts towns around Boston charge, where prices often soar to $60‑$100 an hour. The town’s spot on the Mass. Border steady demand, for roofing jobs and the particular quirks of local permit rules all help nudge the cost upward.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Salem, New Hampshire's weather affect roof lifespan? Salem, NH sees on average 46 inches of rain and roughly 45 inches of snow each year. The relentless freeze‑thaw cycles, ice dams and gusty nor’easter winds all conspire to shorten shingle life while summer UV rays gradually oxidize the material. Asphalt roofs typically last 15 to 25 years though that span can shrink by 10, 30 percent when snow loads, ice dams or poor ventilation are common.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Salem, New Hampshire? In Salem, New Hampshire roof damage frequently originates from winter weather, especially the heavy snow and ice dams that develop through freeze‑thaw cycles, which swamp the shingles pry the flashing away and ultimately produce leaks.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Salem, New Hampshire? In Salem New Hampshire, nestled near the Massachusetts border and just a short drive from Canobie Lake Park, the spot for a roof overhaul lands between late spring and early autumn roughly June through September. During that stretch the temperature usually stays above 45 °F, which’s essential, for proper shingle adhesion; the ground is thawed and the menace of winter Nor’easters and ice dams is largely avoided.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Salem, New Hampshire? Storm‑related roof claims are a routine occurrence in Salem, New Hampshire. Winter’s heavy snowfalls, ice dams and the occasional Nor’easter push the numbers up while the warmer months bring their challenges, strong thunderstorms and sporadic hailstorms stir up spring and summer claims. The town’s location, near the Massachusetts border combined with the surrounding treelines further heightens the risk of wind‑driven damage and tree‑impact roof losses.
What natural disasters in Salem, New Hampshire cause the most roof replacements? In Salem New Hampshire, the bulk of roof replacements follow the onslaught of gale‑force winds that accompany hurricanes and nor’easters the ice dams that build up during winter ice storms and the crushing weight of heavy snow. Down in Rockingham County, wind‑blown damage, from Tropical Storm Isaias and the March 2018 bomb cyclone left many roofs in need of repair while summer’s occasional hail and isolated thunderstorms spur sporadic localized replacements.

Top Roofing Contractors in Salem, New Hampshire

MGS Construction LLC

4.9

160 reviews

224 Main St Ste 3A
Salem, NH 03079

(603) 216-2633

Mitchell Saab’s Home Roofing & Siding

4.6

8 reviews

57 Bridge Street
Salem, NH 03079

(603) 893-6332

Professional Building Services by PMC

4.9

95 reviews

9 Olde Woode Road
Salem, NH 03079

(603) 898-2977

Residential Roofing & Siding

3.9

9 reviews

8 Hampshire Road
Salem, NH 03079

(603) 890-6641

Premier Roofing & Painting

5

1 review

14 Pleasant Street
Salem, NH 03079

(603) 235-5731

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Joe Bradish Siding & Roofing

5

1 review

Salem, NH 03079

(603) 893-4599

On-Site Metal Roofing-Wall Systems

5

1 review

14 Concord Coach Drive
Salem, NH 03079

(603) 893-9980

Roof Rescue By Julien Dupont

5

3 reviews

22 Maylane Drive
Salem, NH 03079

(603) 893-4385

Roofing King Inc.

5

1 review

99 Rockingham Park Boulevard
Salem, NH 03079

(888) 997-6635

J. Carnes & Son Roofing

5

1 review

90 Stiles Road
Salem, NH 03079

(603) 685-3555

M. A. Valcourt Contracting

5

1 review

58 Millville Circle
Salem, NH 03079

(978) 815-9558

Reliable Roofing Salem

5

1 review

278 Main Street
Salem, NH 03079

(888) 419-9743

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Salem Roof Costs Compared to Other New Hampshire Cities

Manchester, NH

  • $1,256 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,599

Nashua, NH

  • $1,256 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,599

Concord, NH

  • $1,256 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,599

Rochester, NH

  • $1,256 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,599

Derry, NH

  • $3,131 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $14,474
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.