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The average cost to replace a roof in Clifton, New Jersey is $11,936.

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$11,936 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Clifton, NJ

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Roof Replacement Cost in Clifton, New Jersey

The average cost to replace a roof in Clifton is about $11,936. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Clifton of 1,936 sqft (19.33 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 1,936 sqft roof (19.33 squares) in Clifton.

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 Clifton.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.17/sqft ($617/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,083
1,00010$6,165
1,50015$9,248
2,00020$12,331
2,50025$15,413
3,00030$18,496
3,50035$21,579
4,00040$24,661
4,50045$27,744
5,00050$30,826
Designer Shingle
$7.11/sqft ($711/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,555
1,00010$7,110
1,50015$10,666
2,00020$14,221
2,50025$17,776
3,00030$21,331
3,50035$24,887
4,00040$28,442
4,50045$31,997
5,00050$35,552
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 Clifton home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.17/sqft ($617/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,850
1,000$3,699
1,500$5,549
2,000$7,398
2,500$9,248
3,000$11,098
3,500$12,947
4,000$14,797
4,500$16,646
5,000$18,496
Designer Shingle
$7.11/sqft ($711/square)
SQFTVALUE 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
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.

Clifton Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned17,386
Average roof size (with pitch)1,936 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 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 Clifton, New Jersey

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Clifton, New Jersey compared to nearby areas? In Clifton, New Jersey roofing labor usually hovers between $3.50 and $6.50 per foot which translates to roughly $45 to $80 per roofer hour. Those figures are a bit higher than the rates seen in Paterson yet they stay under the premium levels of Hudson County hotspots, like Jersey City. The gap mirrors Clifton’s aging housing stock, a stream of multi‑family projects and the extra burden of local permit fees and disposal expenses.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Clifton, New Jersey's weather affect roof lifespan? Clifton, New Jersey receives 45 to 50 inches of precipitation annually, roughly 25 to 35 inches of that as snow, while periodic nor’easters whip up gusts, near 50 mph and summer delivers fierce sunlight. This cocktail of rain, snow, wind and UV exposure hastens the breakdown of asphalt shingles, fuels cycling heightens the threat of ice dams and moisture rot and makes wind‑uplift failures more likely ultimately trimming the roof’s lifespan unless countered.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Clifton, New Jersey? In Clifton, New Jersey roof damage often comes from the weather, wind that tears shingles off and ice dams that build up during nor’easters and the winter’s freeze‑thaw cycles. Those stresses are amplified by the town’s aging mid‑century asphalt roofs and a dense street‑tree canopy that frequently drops limbs.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Clifton, New Jersey? In Clifton, New Jersey the best time to replace a roof falls between spring and early fall, most notably in May, June and September, when temperatures are moderate, humidity and thunderstorm risk are lower, than midsummer and the town’s older housing stock and tree‑lined neighborhoods keep debris and weather delays to a minimum.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Clifton, New Jersey? In Clifton, New Jersey roof claims that stem from storms are pretty routine, driven by winds, wayward trees, soaking rain, snow and the occasional hail. The town’s stock of houses its dense canopy of trees and the quirks of urban runoff all combine to create seasonal claim spikes whenever nor’easters roll in winter storms batter the area or late‑summer tropical remnants linger resulting in clear upticks, in local insurance filings.
What natural disasters in Clifton, New Jersey cause the most roof replacements? In Clifton, New Jersey the primary reasons roofs need replacing are wind damage from hurricanes and severe thunderstorms, notably Hurricane Ida in 2021, plus fallen trees that come down in neighborhoods such as Athenia and Richfield Park. Heavy snow and ice brought by Nor’easters and blizzards well, as hail that dents shingles also top the list of culprits.

Top Roofing Contractors in Clifton, New Jersey

Seci Construction, Inc.

4.9

60 reviews

790 Bloomfield Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07012

(866) 572-7324

Four Seasons Construction

5

71 reviews

13 Samuel Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07013

(862) 314-3276

MAK Group LLC

5

1 review

40 Summit Ave
Clifton, NJ 07013

(973) 341-2404

NJAI Services LLC

5

1 review

300 Mount Prospect Ave
Clifton, NJ 07012

(201) 450-1579

Pope Contracting Inc

5

1 review

155 Sargeant Ave
Clifton, NJ 07013

(973) 279-1022

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Seci Construction Inc

5

1 review

157 Robin Hood Rd
Clifton, NJ 07013

(973) 330-1337

Jamie Roofing & Chimney Repair

4.9

29 reviews

60 Merselis Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07011

(973) 387-1984

Deal Construction Inc

5

1 review

642 Broad Street
Clifton, NJ 07013

(973) 800-3968

SECI Construction Inc.

4.9

220 reviews

790 Bloomfield Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07012

(866) 572-7324

Pro Trends Construction

5

87 reviews

93 Belgrade Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07013

(201) 949-8688

Affordable Home Services

5

1 review

140 Arlington Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07011

(973) 473-4830

NextGen Roofing

5

32 reviews

1534 Van Houten Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07013

(201) 663-2997

Ready Pro Roofers

5

23 reviews

122 Van Riper Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07011

(862) 267-8054

Unlimited Pro Construction LLC

4.9

55 reviews

32 Samuel Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07013

(973) 370-8801

All Home Repairs

5

47 reviews

100 Lakeview Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07011

(201) 657-6313

Segelman Shaw LLC

4.6

27 reviews

1373 Broad St Ste 206
Clifton, NJ 07013

(201) 530-9500

Allied Roofing and Construction Clifton

5

5 reviews

121 Grove Street
Clifton, NJ 07013

(973) 851-2896

iPro Roofing & Construction

5

1 review

210 Arlington Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07011

(201) 992-8888

Clifton Roofing and Siding Company

5

1 review

377 Valley Road
Clifton, NJ 07013

(862) 307-8438

Mezini Roofing LLC

5

1 review

32 Samuel Ave
Clifton, NJ 07013

(973) 767-3256

Map of Roofing Contractors in Clifton, New Jersey

Clifton Roof Costs Compared to Other New Jersey Cities

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  • $3,901 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $15,837

Trenton, NJ

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $11,936

Brick, NJ

  • $3,901 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $15,837

Newark, NJ

  • $2,025 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $9,911

Vineland, NJ

  • $328 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $11,608
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.