New York Roof Replacement Costs
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The average price for a Asphalt Shingle roof in New York is $16,310.
4,787,429 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in New York
$16,310 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in New York
1,772 Highly rated roofers in New York
The average cost to replace a roof in New York is about $16,310. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in New York of 2,134 sqft (21.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.64 per sqft ($764/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 2,134 sqft roof (21.33 squares) in New York.
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 York.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,821 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,643 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $11,464 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $15,286 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $19,107 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $22,929 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $26,750 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $30,572 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $34,393 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $38,215 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,211 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $8,422 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $12,634 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $16,845 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $21,056 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $25,267 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $29,478 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $33,689 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $37,901 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $42,112 |
| 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 York home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,293 |
| 1,000 | $4,586 |
| 1,500 | $6,879 |
| 2,000 | $9,172 |
| 2,500 | $11,464 |
| 3,000 | $13,757 |
| 3,500 | $16,050 |
| 4,000 | $18,343 |
| 4,500 | $20,636 |
| 5,000 | $22,929 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,569 |
| 1,000 | $5,138 |
| 1,500 | $7,706 |
| 2,000 | $10,275 |
| 2,500 | $12,844 |
| 3,000 | $15,413 |
| 3,500 | $17,982 |
| 4,000 | $20,551 |
| 4,500 | $23,119 |
| 5,000 | $25,688 |
| 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 York Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 4,787,429 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,134 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In New York
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in New York compared to nearby states?
Roofing labor in New York typically falls in the $3.00‑$6.50 per sq ft band $60‑$95 an hour. That range usually sits above Pennsylvania’s $2.00‑$4.50 per sq ft is about on par with, or a touch higher than, the $3.00‑$6.00 per sq ft you see in New Jersey and Connecticut and tends to be comparable to or a shade lower, than, Massachusetts, a market that often commands higher prices. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does New York's weather affect roof lifespan?
New York endures a cocktail of weather, dense lake‑effect snow deep Adirondack drifts, sudden coastal nor’easters, cyclical freeze‑thaw swings, sweltering humid summers and a fickle sun that varies its intensity, all of which chip away at a roof’s longevity. The sheer weight of snow and the pressure, from ice dams often punch holes while salty breezes and bracing winds can lift shingles and corrode flashings. Meanwhile ultraviolet rays and persistent humidity accelerate the aging of both asphalt shingles and roofing membranes. What is the most common cause of roof damage in New York?
In New York the usual suspect when roofs go awry is the season’s onslaught, especially the heavy snowfall and icy sheets that set up stubborn ice dams on aging roofs whether they’re perched upstate or nestled in the city. Alongside the freeze‑and‑thaw rhythm that pries up shingles and opens the door, to leaks, coastal tempests and the occasional downed tree pepper the landscape with their own regional woes. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in New York?
Spring through early fall, roughly May to October, offers the most favorable conditions across New York. Warm dry weather curtails the hazards of freeze‑thaw cycles, ice dams and snow. For the upstate region the Adirondacks and the Hudson Valley June, through September is the spot, steering clear of early snow. In New York City and Long Island the summer months provide the environment for crews and materials to operate efficiently. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in New York?
Storm‑driven roof claims are a sight in New York with the numbers ballooning each season as Nor’easters roar in lake‑effect and Adirondack snow piles up spring windstorms whip through and the remnants of tropical cyclones batter Long Island. After a storm coastal dwellers and those in the Hudson Valley routinely report a surge, in filings sometimes swelling the statewide tally to several thousand for a single severe episode. What natural disasters in New York cause the most roof replacements?
In New York most roof replacements follow high‑wind events, hurricanes and tropical storms such, as Sandy in 2012 and Ida in 2021, coastal nor’easters and the storm surges that batter Long Island and NYC lake‑effect snow and ice storms that slam Buffalo and upstate collapsing roofs and stripping shingles and on occasion, hail and fallen trees. Top Roofing Contractors in New York
Dalmatia Construction & Roofing
5
47 reviews
204 Western Highway South
Tappan, NY 10983
(845) 826-3576
VC Legacy Contracting Corp
4.8
11 reviews
84 Meadowmere Avenue
Mastic, NY 11950
(516) 220-9349
Life restoration inc
4.9
170 reviews
45 Frederick Avenue
Roosevelt, NY 11575
(516) 205-7207
Alpha Omega Roofing LLC
4.9
76 reviews
106 Douglas Avenue
Liverpool, NY 13088
(315) 535-2288
Alter Phase Roofing Inc.
5
57 reviews
61 Appleby Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10305
(929) 370-1552
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NYC Build Pros
4.9
43 reviews
136 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(917) 776-7707
Top Gen Roofing
5
123 reviews
2023 U.S. 9
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 633-2477
Michael C. Graham and Son Construction
5
110 reviews
3479 Stiles Road
Syracuse, NY 13209
(315) 457-7663
Campany Roofing Co Inc
4.2
59 reviews
106 West Elm Street
Oneida, NY 13421
(315) 363-9086
Homeland construction corp
5
158 reviews
8685 19th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(347) 728-2857
Home Evolution Roofing
4.8
687 reviews
22 Crescent Terrace
Cohoes, NY 12047
(518) 639-7663
Roofing Rochester NY
4.6
305 reviews
1411 Chili Avenue
Rochester, NY 14624
(585) 727-8619
PRO STARS CONTRACTOR
4.9
32 reviews
3 Heights Road
Suffern, NY 10901
(845) 879-3655
Brooklyn Fix A Roof Roofing Contractor
4.6
100 reviews
3311 Shore Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 442-5221
LC Roofing Inc.
5
26 reviews
45 Sarah Drive
Farmingdale, NY 11735
(631) 760-7113
John Goess Roofing, Inc.
4.9
59 reviews
154 Kinkel Street
Westbury, NY 11590
(516) 541-4597
All Star Roofing Contractor
4.9
244 reviews
904 New York 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 609-7663
Pro Quality Home Improvements Inc.
4.6
67 reviews
1120 Little East Neck Road
West Babylon, NY 11704
(631) 393-6812
Tier 1 Roofing
4.9
47 reviews
525 4th Avenue
Troy, NY 12182
(518) 407-3244
Window Depot USA Of Lower New York
4.7
159 reviews
1096 Grand Avenue
South Hempstead, NY 11550
(516) 564-4400
Roof Costs in New York Cities
Albany, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310
Binghamton, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310
Bronx, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310
Brooklyn, NY
- $3,731 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $12,579
Buffalo, NY
- $3,225 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $13,085
Elmira, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310
Huntington Station, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310
Jamaica, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310
Lockport, NY
- $2,328 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $13,982
Niagara Falls, NY
- $5,134 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,176
North Tonawanda, NY
- $2,328 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $13,982
Poughkeepsie, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310
Rochester, NY
- $90 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,220
Schenectady, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310
Staten Island, NY
- $8,236 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $8,074
Syracuse, NY
- $4,833 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $11,477
Tonawanda, NY
- $3,225 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $13,085
Troy, NY
- $14,998 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $31,308
Utica, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310
Yonkers, NY
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,310