Brooklyn Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Brooklyn, New York is $12,579.
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80,890 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Brooklyn, NY
$12,579 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Brooklyn, NY
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The average cost to replace a roof in Brooklyn is about $12,579. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Brooklyn of 2,176 sqft (21.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $5.78 per sqft ($578/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 2,176 sqft roof (21.67 squares) in Brooklyn.
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 Brooklyn.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $2,890 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $5,781 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $8,671 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $11,562 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $14,452 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $17,342 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $20,233 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $23,123 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $26,014 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $28,904 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,208 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $8,417 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $12,625 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $16,834 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $21,042 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $25,251 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $29,459 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $33,668 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $37,876 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $42,085 |
| 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 Brooklyn home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $1,734 |
| 1,000 | $3,468 |
| 1,500 | $5,203 |
| 2,000 | $6,937 |
| 2,500 | $8,671 |
| 3,000 | $10,405 |
| 3,500 | $12,140 |
| 4,000 | $13,874 |
| 4,500 | $15,608 |
| 5,000 | $17,342 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,567 |
| 1,000 | $5,134 |
| 1,500 | $7,701 |
| 2,000 | $10,269 |
| 2,500 | $12,836 |
| 3,000 | $15,403 |
| 3,500 | $17,970 |
| 4,000 | $20,537 |
| 4,500 | $23,104 |
| 5,000 | $25,672 |
| 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 |
Brooklyn Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 80,890 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,176 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 4/12 Pitch or 0.00 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Brooklyn, New York
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Brooklyn, New York compared to nearby areas?
In Brooklyn roofing labor often commands a price than in the surrounding suburbs. The extra cost stems from the difficulty of accessing brownstone buildings the need for scaffolding the requirement for DOB permits and the tight congested streets that complicate equipment movement. Typically Brooklyn jobs run ten to twenty percent pricier than comparable work in Queens or Staten Island yet they usually sit a notch, below Manhattan, where high‑rise logistics and union‑driven wage structures drive prices even higher. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Brooklyn, New York's weather affect roof lifespan?
Brooklyn’s climate, about 45 to 50 inches of rain and 20 to 30 inches of snow each year along with coastal breezes and intense sunshine, quickly ages roofs. The constant moisture seeps in. Rots wood, freeze‑thaw cycles crack the material strong gusts lift shingles, salty air, near the waterfront corrodes metal and UV rays degrade roofing membranes. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Brooklyn, New York?
In Brooklyn water intrusion, the result of aging flat‑roof membranes and inadequate drainage, is the leading problem, especially, on brownstones and low‑rise brick buildings and heavy storms, ponding and clogged scuppers only make it worse. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Brooklyn, New York?
The favorable window for work in Brooklyn stretches from late spring into early summer, roughly April through June, with a secondary, albeit smaller slot opening in October. During those months the weather stays comfortably mild humidity falls below midsummer levels and freeze‑thaw cycles become a rarity letting projects move along more swiftly. That timing also dovetails nicely with the quirks of brownstone and row‑house logistics the schedule of DOB inspections and the challenge of contractors, onto Brooklyn’s narrow streets. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Brooklyn, New York?
Storm‑related roof claims are a feature of Brooklyn life spiking after Nor’easters, tropical storms and any heavy‑wind episode. The blend of aging brownstones flat‑roof rowhouses, the borough’s proximity to the harbor tree‑lined avenues and the quirks of a combined‑sewer system turns into from a few dozen, to several hundred claims during the hectic storm season. In cases it’s the wind toppled trees and water seeping in that account for the bulk of the damage. What natural disasters in Brooklyn, New York cause the most roof replacements?
Brooklyn’s roof‑replacement numbers surge after hurricane and nor’easter storm surges, winds and coastal flooding, especially in the wake of Superstorm Sandy in 2012 and Hurricane Ida, in 2021 which battered Red Hook, Coney Island and Sheepshead Bay. Heavy snowfall and the ice dams that build up during blizzards also drive a wave of roof replacements. Top Roofing Contractors in Brooklyn, New York
Yeshiva
5
1 review
413 Pennsylvania Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11207
(347) 547-3648
Brooklyn Fix A Roof Roofing Contractor
4.6
100 reviews
3311 Shore Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 442-5221
Homeland construction corp
5
158 reviews
8685 19th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(347) 728-2857
Fort Brooklyn Contracting
5
1 review
9921 4th Ave Apt 6F
Brooklyn, NY 11209
NYC General Pro Roofing Inc
4.5
38 reviews
1431 Nostrand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 676-7987
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Pro-Metal Construction Inc
5
1 review
549 63rd St
Brooklyn, NY 11220
(718) 439-8500
LS General Restoration Corp
5
1 review
41 4th St
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(718) 422-7700
Triangle General Contractors Inc
5
1 review
39 Coffey St
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(718) 462-6262
Value General Contracting
5
1 review
1277 70th St
Brooklyn, NY 11228
(718) 981-3660
Viking Restoration Services LLC
5
1 review
142 22nd St
Brooklyn, NY 11232
(212) 431-1261
SAS Roofing & Waterproofing
4.7
109 reviews
622 Ocean Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11218
(347) 221-6549
United Roofing & waterproofing
5
29 reviews
406 East 8th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11218
(718) 844-9192
RTFN Construction | Roofing Contractor
5
1 review
350 East 8th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11218
(718) 635-1307
NY roofing
4.9
41 reviews
553 Prospect Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(646) 838-0441
Greene Construction Inc. Brooklyn
4.6
58 reviews
720 Coney Island Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11218
(718) 941-1111
Royal Renovators Inc
5
1 review
2380 Ralph Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11234
(718) 414-6067
Jewel Construction Company
5
43 reviews
3623 15th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11218
(347) 328-7203
Aslam & Sons General Construction Inc.
4.9
49 reviews
723 East 5th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11218
(646) 247-6228
Big Rose Construction
4.9
235 reviews
597 East 22nd Street
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(917) 416-5250
Kamtech Solar Solutions
5
1 review
117 Bay 8th St
Brooklyn, NY 11228
(347) 860-1109
Brooklyn Roof Costs Compared to Other New York Cities
Buffalo, NY
- $506 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $13,085
Rochester, NY
- $3,641 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,220
Staten Island, NY
- $3,950 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,529
Syracuse, NY
- $1,102 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,477
Schenectady, NY
- $3,950 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,529