New Jersey Roof Replacement Costs
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The average price for a Asphalt Shingle roof in New Jersey is $11,341.
2,369,913 Roofs measured by our roof calculator in New Jersey
$11,341 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in New Jersey
1,695 Highly rated roofers in New Jersey
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The average cost to replace a roof in New Jersey is about $11,341. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in New Jersey of 1,851 sqft (18.67 squares) and the area's most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.13 per sqft ($613/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 1,851 sqft roof (18.67 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 | $3,063 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,127 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $9,190 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $12,254 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $15,317 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $18,381 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $21,444 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $24,508 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $27,571 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $30,635 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,276 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,552 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $9,828 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,105 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $16,381 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $19,657 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $22,933 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $26,209 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $29,485 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $32,762 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $11,264 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $22,529 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $33,793 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $45,057 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $56,321 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $67,586 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $78,850 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $90,114 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $101,378 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $112,643 |
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 | $1,838 |
| 1,000 | $3,676 |
| 1,500 | $5,514 |
| 2,000 | $7,352 |
| 2,500 | $9,190 |
| 3,000 | $11,029 |
| 3,500 | $12,867 |
| 4,000 | $14,705 |
| 4,500 | $16,543 |
| 5,000 | $18,381 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $1,998 |
| 1,000 | $3,997 |
| 1,500 | $5,995 |
| 2,000 | $7,994 |
| 2,500 | $9,992 |
| 3,000 | $11,991 |
| 3,500 | $13,989 |
| 4,000 | $15,988 |
| 4,500 | $17,986 |
| 5,000 | $19,985 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $6,308 |
| 1,000 | $12,616 |
| 1,500 | $18,924 |
| 2,000 | $25,232 |
| 2,500 | $31,540 |
| 3,000 | $37,848 |
| 3,500 | $44,156 |
| 4,000 | $50,464 |
| 4,500 | $56,772 |
| 5,000 | $63,080 |
New Jersey Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 2,369,913 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 1,851 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
American Craftsmen Construction, LLC
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(609) 384-1415
CKG Contractors Inc
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ACE Handyman Services Monmouth County
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Lucent Energy Management, Inc.
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Tesla Solar Roof Asphalt Shingle1071 Springfield Road
Union, NJ 07083
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Trenton, NJ 08611
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iHome Designs
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Oakland, NJ 07436
(551) 427-3613
Red Carpet Roofing Solutions
4.1
13 reviews
Asphalt Shingle44 Greenwood Drive
Mantua Township, NJ 08080
(856) 258-6215
Century Contracting Group
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Asphalt Shingle Clay/Terra Cotta Flat Roof Designer Shingle Metal2 University Plaza Drive
Hackensack, NJ 07601
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24 7 Roofing Construction
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Designer Shingle Asphalt Shingle600 Black Oak Ridge Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
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Martino Roofing
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Designer Shingle Asphalt Shingle18 Tamwood Lane
Washington Township, NJ 08080
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Apc Construction. LLC
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Flat Roof Asphalt Shingle Designer Shingle10 Chestnut Street
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Leomar Construction
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Flat Roof Asphalt Shingle123 Gaston Avenue
Garfield, NJ 07026
(201) 407-1907
Grapevine Pro
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445 reviews
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Woodbridge Township, NJ 08830
(732) 335-7770
Green Apple Roofing
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Asphalt Shingle Metal Designer Shingle20 Conaskonk Drive
Ocean Township, NJ 07712
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J&M Roofing
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Right Service Roofing and Chimney
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Roof Costs in New Jersey Cities
Brick, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Bridgeton, NJ
- Avg Cost: $9,977
Cherry Hill, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Clifton, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Edison, NJ
- Avg Cost: $8,865
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Freehold, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Jackson, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Lakewood, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Manchester Township, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Millville, NJ
- Avg Cost: $8,817
Newark, NJ
- Avg Cost: $10,424
Paterson, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Sicklerville, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Toms River, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Trenton, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Union, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Vineland, NJ
- Avg Cost: $9,977
Wayne, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341
Williamstown, NJ
- Avg Cost: $11,341