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The average cost to replace a roof in Syracuse, New York is $11,884.

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$11,884 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Syracuse, NY

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The average cost to replace a roof in Syracuse is about $11,884. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Syracuse of 1,572 sqft (15.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.56 per sqft ($756/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 1,572 sqft roof (15.67 squares) in Syracuse.

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 Syracuse.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.56/sqft ($756/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,780
1,00010$7,560
1,50015$11,340
2,00020$15,120
2,50025$18,899
3,00030$22,679
3,50035$26,459
4,00040$30,239
4,50045$34,019
5,00050$37,799
Designer Shingle
$8.44/sqft ($844/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,218
1,00010$8,436
1,50015$12,654
2,00020$16,871
2,50025$21,089
3,00030$25,307
3,50035$29,525
4,00040$33,743
4,50045$37,961
5,00050$42,179
Slate
$22.73/sqft ($2,273/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$11,365
1,00010$22,731
1,50015$34,096
2,00020$45,462
2,50025$56,827
3,00030$68,193
3,50035$79,558
4,00040$90,923
4,50045$102,289
5,00050$113,654

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 Syracuse home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.56/sqft ($756/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,268
1,000$4,536
1,500$6,804
2,000$9,072
2,500$11,340
3,000$13,608
3,500$15,876
4,000$18,144
4,500$20,411
5,000$22,679
Designer Shingle
$8.44/sqft ($844/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,573
1,000$5,146
1,500$7,719
2,000$10,292
2,500$12,865
3,000$15,437
3,500$18,010
4,000$20,583
4,500$23,156
5,000$25,729
Slate
$22.73/sqft ($2,273/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$6,365
1,000$12,729
1,500$19,094
2,000$25,459
2,500$31,823
3,000$38,188
3,500$44,552
4,000$50,917
4,500$57,282
5,000$63,646

Syracuse Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned65,690
Average roof size (with pitch)1,572 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Syracuse, New York

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Syracuse, New York compared to nearby areas?

In Syracuse the going rate for roofing labor usually sits somewhere in the $2.00‑$4.00 per square foot corridor, above the $1.75‑$3.50 per square foot band that can be observed across the border, in Buffalo and Rochester. The extra cost is largely a function of the city’s snowpacks steeper roof pitches and a compressed construction window that together push labor rates upward.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Syracuse, New York's weather affect roof lifespan?

Syracuse is hammered by lake‑effect snow, 100 to 120 inches each year, along with about 38 inches of rain. That relentless wetness spawns ice dams, relentless freeze‑thaw cycles and lingering moisture that accelerate shingle wear rot and flashing failures. Winter gusts and storm‑driven winds can even pry shingles loose while the summer sun’s intense UV radiation ages the roof further shaving years, off its lifespan.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Syracuse, New York?

Ice dams forged by Syracuse’s lake‑effect snowfall are the chief culprits, behind roof damage loading the roof with snow allowing water to pool under the shingles and ushering in freeze‑thaw deterioration. When those cycles repeat and gutters become clogged leaks and rot turn into an all‑too‑common problem.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Syracuse, New York?

In Syracuse the optimal window for a roof swap runs from the waning days of May through the stretch of September, with June and July offering the most congenial climate. During those drier intervals the menace of lake‑effect snow and the fickle spring freeze‑thaw rhythm are markedly subdued. Conversely winter and late autumn should be shunned, as Syracuse’s snowfall and frequent storms turn roofing into a near‑impossible undertaking.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Syracuse, New York?

In Syracuse roof claims tied to storms surface often the culprits being relentless lake‑effect snow, stubborn heavy ice and a sneaky spring thaw that together forge ice dams and gnaw at shingle integrity. On top of that wind‑driven sleet and the occasional ferocious thunderstorm throw fuel, on the fire pushing claim numbers up with the highest surge occurring from winter through early spring in the wake of nor’easters and rapid melt‑off events.

What natural disasters in Syracuse, New York cause the most roof replacements?

In the Syracuse area near Lake Ontario the primary triggers, for having to swap out a roof are the lake‑effect snow and ice that slap on snow loads and set up ice dams the occasional violent thunderstorms laced with hail and the gusty winds and torrential rain that accompany tropical leftovers, think Hurricane Ida, which drenched the region and battered it with wind.

Top Roofing Contractors in Syracuse, New York

Michael C. Graham and Son Construction

5

110 reviews

3479 Stiles Road
Syracuse, NY 13209

(315) 457-7663

Blue Collar Roofers

5

128 reviews

120 Ormsby Dr
Syracuse, NY 13219

(315) 720-6665

Shaffer Building Services Inc

3

2 reviews

120 Ball Cir
Syracuse, NY 13210

(315) 471-4500

JK General Contracting LLC

5

1 review

4014-4016 New Court Ave
Syracuse, NY 13206

(315) 567-5544

Melo Roofing Inc

4.9

196 reviews

750 W Genesee St
Syracuse, NY 13204

(315) 741-7049

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Richardson M J

4.8

37 reviews

224 Harrison Street
Syracuse, NY 13202

(315) 472-1085

C Michael Exteriors Inc

5

1 review

6075 E Molloy Rd Ste 6
Syracuse, NY 13211

(315) 433-9110

TopTier Roofing

4.9

75 reviews

113 Kimber Ave
Syracuse, NY 13207

(315) 877-3760

Van Derhoof Roofing Co Inc

4.8

228 reviews

145 Ainsley Dr
Syracuse, NY 13210

(315) 475-9541

Trade-Mark Construction

4.5

46 reviews

210 Wolf Street
Syracuse, NY 13208

(315) 428-0917

Forte Roofing – Roof Repairs, New Roof Installation Syracuse NY, Roofers

4.8

72 reviews

1821 Lemoyne Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13208

(315) 317-6170

Graves Brothers Home Improvement

4.5

74 reviews

3200 Court Street
Syracuse, NY 13206

(315) 508-7663

Apple Roofing Corp

5

5 reviews

124 Pickard Dr E
Syracuse, NY 13211

(315) 463-5482

JKS Roofing

5

9 reviews

2043 Erie Boulevard East
Syracuse, NY 13224

(315) 598-7125

SOS Roofing NY

4.7

142 reviews

102 South Main Street
Syracuse, NY 13212

(315) 748-0623

Competitive Roofing

4.2

10 reviews

807 Avery Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13204

(315) 498-1000

Amtek Home Remodeling

4.5

8 reviews

320 6th North Street
Syracuse, NY 13208

(315) 479-5081

EWRoofingConstruction Corp

5

1 review

1017 Butternut Street
Syracuse, NY 13208

(914) 514-7757

Josall Syracuse Inc.

4.5

8 reviews

6432 Baird Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13206

(315) 463-9214

Allstate Roofing & More LLC

4.9

17 reviews

605 W Genesee St Ste 101
Syracuse, NY 13204

(585) 400-7663

Map of Roofing Contractors in Syracuse, New York

Syracuse Roof Costs Compared to Other New York Cities

Buffalo, NY

  • $1,201 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,085

Rochester, NY

  • $4,336 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,220

Staten Island, NY

  • $3,810 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $8,074

Brooklyn, NY

  • $695 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,579

Schenectady, NY

  • $4,573 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,457