New Jersey Roof Replacement Costs
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The average price for a Asphalt Shingle roof in New Jersey is $11,783.
2,369,913 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in New Jersey
$11,783 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in New Jersey
1,675 Highly rated roofers in New Jersey
Roof Replacement Cost in New Jersey
The average cost to replace a roof in New Jersey is about $11,783. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in New Jersey of 1,911 sqft (19.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.17 per sqft ($617/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 1,911 sqft roof (19.00 squares) in New Jersey.
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 New Jersey.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,083 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,166 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $9,249 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $12,332 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $15,415 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $18,498 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $21,581 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $24,664 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $27,746 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $30,829 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,555 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,110 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,666 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $14,221 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $17,776 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $21,331 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $24,887 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $28,442 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $31,997 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $35,552 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $11,345 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $22,690 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $34,035 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $45,380 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $56,725 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $68,070 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $79,415 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $90,760 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $102,105 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $113,450 |
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 New Jersey home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $1,850 |
| 1,000 | $3,700 |
| 1,500 | $5,549 |
| 2,000 | $7,399 |
| 2,500 | $9,249 |
| 3,000 | $11,099 |
| 3,500 | $12,948 |
| 4,000 | $14,798 |
| 4,500 | $16,648 |
| 5,000 | $18,498 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,169 |
| 1,000 | $4,337 |
| 1,500 | $6,506 |
| 2,000 | $8,675 |
| 2,500 | $10,843 |
| 3,000 | $13,012 |
| 3,500 | $15,181 |
| 4,000 | $17,350 |
| 4,500 | $19,518 |
| 5,000 | $21,687 |
| SQFT | VALUE 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 |
New Jersey Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 2,369,913 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 1,911 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In New Jersey
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in New Jersey compared to nearby states?
In New Jersey the going rate for roofing labor hovers around $60, $90 per hour which translates to about $3, $5, per foot. Those numbers typically outpace the wages paid in adjoining Pennsylvania and Delaware sit comfortably alongside Connecticut’s tariffs and fall short of the soaring peaks seen in New York City. A medley of factors, shoreline exposure, permit levies, the intricacy of the roof’s design and the ebb and flow of crew availability, can cause the ultimate bill to fluctuate.Weather & Climate Considerations
How does New Jersey's weather affect roof lifespan?
New Jersey’s weather cocktail, about 45 inches of rain a year a share of inland snow, salty sea spray, the occasional nor’easter and the lingering push of hurricane‑remnant winds, plus hot humid summers that blast everything with strong UV all conspire to strip granules, from shingles, invite algae drive freeze‑thaw damage and corrode flashings and fasteners shaving years off an asphalt roof’s lifespan especially along the Jersey Shore.What is the most common cause of roof damage in New Jersey?
In New Jersey stormy weather tops the list of roof‑damage culprits, the fierce gusts, from nor’easters and Atlantic coastal storms that rip shingles loose and push water inside a problem amplified by salty spray, relentless freeze‑thaw cycles and the inevitable aging of roofing materials.What is the best time of year to replace a roof in New Jersey?
In New Jersey the sweet spot for scheduling falls between spring and early fall roughly May through mid‑October. The favorable slices are April‑to‑June and September to early October which dodge winter freezes, Nor’easters and the height of summer heat and humidity. Properties, near the Jersey Shore should be scheduled earlier as salty sea spray speeds shingle wear.Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in New Jersey?
Storm‑related roof claims pop up over New Jersey especially along the Jersey Shore and the low‑lying coastal counties whenever hurricane season or nor’easters roll through. Insurers end up processing thousands of claims statewide each year and the numbers spike sharply after major tropical storms, nor’easters, hard‑hitting winds, ice events or coastal flooding.What natural disasters in New Jersey cause the most roof replacements?
Across New Jersey the bulk of roof‑replacement projects are sparked by hurricanes and tropical storms, Hurricane Sandy being the most infamous, alongside nor’easters that unleash high‑speed winds storm surge and heavy snowfall that breeds ice dams. Meanwhile thunderstorm hail, straight‑line wind blasts and the occasional tornado pepper the Jersey Shore and interior regions, with localized damage.Top Roofing Contractors in New Jersey
Lucent Energy Management, Inc.
4.2
17 reviews
1071 Springfield Road
Union, NJ 07083
(908) 758-2368
iHome Designs
5
169 reviews
68 Hiawatha Boulevard
Oakland, NJ 07436
(551) 427-3613
Home Genius Exteriors
4.8
497 reviews
399 Campus Drive
Franklin Township, NJ 08873
(732) 795-5845
CKG Contractors Inc
4.9
127 reviews
177 Parsippany Road
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ 07054
(973) 599-0811
Grapevine Pro
4.8
332 reviews
485 U.S. 1
Woodbridge Township, NJ 08830
(732) 335-7770
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homcertin llc
5
35 reviews
738 Cass Street
Trenton, NJ 08611
(609) 516-1178
Green Apple Roofing
5
228 reviews
20 Conaskonk Drive
Ocean Township, NJ 07712
(201) 681-0060
Home Genius Exteriors
4.8
920 reviews
2050 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill Township, NJ 08003
(267) 682-8356
USA Building Maintenance Inc.
5
10 reviews
169 New Jersey 33
Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
(732) 201-3310
NextGen Contractors
5
45 reviews
528 Outwater Lane
Garfield, NJ 07026
(201) 450-6018
Right Service Roofing and Chimney
5
240 reviews
426 Plateau Avenue
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
(201) 456-6461
Pro Line Construction LLC
5
123 reviews
518 Oregon Avenue
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
(551) 248-2375
J&M Roofing
4.9
73 reviews
200 Centennial Avenue
Piscataway, NJ 08854
(732) 797-8646
SmartRoofNJ
4.8
81 reviews
959 U.S. 46
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ 07054
(732) 543-9989
Stern Gutters
5
65 reviews
45 Harding Drive
South Orange Village, NJ 07079
(973) 298-0767
John R. Mani CPA
5
12 reviews
206 Newark Pompton Turnpike
Pequannock, NJ 07440
(973) 694-0172
R and G services
4.9
227 reviews
625 Beach Street
City of Orange, NJ 07050
(973) 324-9461
Home Pro Remodeling
5
187 reviews
111 Pineway Drive
Forked River, NJ 08731
(732) 558-5754
Velocity Roofing
4.8
18 reviews
1547 Delsea Drive
Woodbury, NJ 08096
(856) 333-4503
Allsite Roofing LLC
5
14 reviews
14 E 6TH Ave
Trenton, NJ 08619
(516) 816-8174
Roof Costs in New Jersey Cities
Brick, NJ
- $4,054 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $15,837
Bridgeton, NJ
- $175 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,608
Cherry Hill, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783
Clifton, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783
Edison, NJ
- $2,136 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $9,647
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783
Freehold, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783
Jackson, NJ
- $4,054 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $15,837
Lakewood, NJ
- $4,054 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $15,837
Manchester Township, NJ
- $4,054 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $15,837
Millville, NJ
- $175 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,608
Newark, NJ
- $1,872 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $9,911
Paterson, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783
Sicklerville, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783
Toms River, NJ
- $4,054 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $15,837
Trenton, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783
Union, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783
Vineland, NJ
- $175 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,608
Wayne, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783
Williamstown, NJ
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $11,783