Wilmington Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Wilmington, North Carolina is $13,999.
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68,714 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Wilmington, NC
$13,999 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Wilmington, NC
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The average cost to replace a roof in Wilmington is about $13,999. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Wilmington of 2,242 sqft (22.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.24 per sqft ($624/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 2,242 sqft roof (22.33 squares) in Wilmington.
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 Wilmington.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,122 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,244 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $9,366 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $12,488 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $15,610 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $18,732 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $21,854 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $24,976 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $28,098 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $31,220 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $8,861 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $17,722 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $26,583 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $35,445 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $44,306 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $53,167 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $62,028 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $70,889 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $79,750 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $88,612 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,293 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $8,586 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $12,879 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $17,172 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $21,465 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $25,758 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $30,052 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $34,345 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $38,638 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $42,931 |
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 Wilmington home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $1,873 |
| 1,000 | $3,746 |
| 1,500 | $5,620 |
| 2,000 | $7,493 |
| 2,500 | $9,366 |
| 3,000 | $11,239 |
| 3,500 | $13,112 |
| 4,000 | $14,986 |
| 4,500 | $16,859 |
| 5,000 | $18,732 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $5,494 |
| 1,000 | $10,988 |
| 1,500 | $16,482 |
| 2,000 | $21,976 |
| 2,500 | $27,470 |
| 3,000 | $32,964 |
| 3,500 | $38,457 |
| 4,000 | $43,951 |
| 4,500 | $49,445 |
| 5,000 | $54,939 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,619 |
| 1,000 | $5,238 |
| 1,500 | $7,856 |
| 2,000 | $10,475 |
| 2,500 | $13,094 |
| 3,000 | $15,713 |
| 3,500 | $18,331 |
| 4,000 | $20,950 |
| 4,500 | $23,569 |
| 5,000 | $26,188 |
Wilmington Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 68,714 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,242 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Wilmington, North Carolina
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Wilmington, North Carolina compared to nearby areas?
In Wilmington roofing labor typically costs between $2 and $4 per foot or roughly $50 to $85 per hour. The higher price reflects the demands of coastal hurricane‑resistant work and a strong labor market. This puts Wilmington 5 %, 15 % above inland towns such as Fayetteville or Jacksonville, about the same as Myrtle Beach, yet still a shade, below the rates found in the larger metro areas of Charlotte and Raleigh. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Wilmington, North Carolina's weather affect roof lifespan?
Wilmington, North Carolina on the Cape Fear estuary averages 57 inches of rain a year virtually no snow, frequent tropical storms and hurricane‑season winds and a strong summer sun. The relentless salt spray, humidity and intense UV exposure shave the lifespan of asphalt shingles down, to roughly 15 to 20 years and wind uplift together with stray debris often force premature failures. Metal or tile roofs by contrast tend to hold up longer. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Wilmington, North Carolina?
In Wilmington, North Carolina roof damage often originates from wind and the rain it drives, especially, during tropical storms and hurricanes that surge in off the Cape Fear coast. The salty sea air and the humid coastal climate accelerate the decay of shingles and flashing and when live‑oak branches or palm fronds fall they can inflict dents and tears. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Wilmington, North Carolina?
In Wilmington the ideal window for a roof replacement stretches from spring into early summer, roughly April through early June, when the warmth lets shingles and adhesives set properly and before the hurricane season ramps up. A secondary window opens in October to November, after the peak storm period when winters are still mild and heavy rain events are less likely to disrupt the installation. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Wilmington, North Carolina?
Storm‑related roof claims in Wilmington show up more often than they do inland thanks to the city’s coastal exposure that brings stronger winds, heavier rain and salty corrosion. The numbers climb each hurricane season and marquee events such, as Florence and Isaias usually generate dozens of filings in an average year. When a severe hurricane or a hard‑hit nor’easter strikes that tally can swell dramatically reaching into the hundreds. What natural disasters in Wilmington, North Carolina cause the most roof replacements?
In Wilmington it’s the hurricanes and tropical storms that account for the lion’s share of roof replacements, thanks, to the howling winds and the surge‑driven flooding that follows the Cape Fear River. When Hurricane Florence slammed into the area in 2018 it set off a cascade of roof and structural replacements throughout the region. Though they’re less common tornadoes that spin off landfalling storms, heavy hail and even occasional nor’easters also trigger roof work on a smaller scale. Top Roofing Contractors in Wilmington, North Carolina
Alpha Roofing
4.9
172 reviews
609 A Piner Road
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 742-2687
Choufani & Bailey Roofing & Restoration
5
1 review
301 Government Center Dr Ste 300
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 828-2955
Sevilla Roofing Services LLC
5
1 review
815 Varsity Dr
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 777-8372
Coastal Carolina Roofing Experts Inc
5
1 review
1213 Culbreth Dr
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 782-2445
D&A Roofing and Metal LLC
5
4 reviews
108 Owls Ln
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 282-7500
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Excel Roofing Company
4.6
90 reviews
447 Marion Dr
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 685-7102
Fishers Roofing Services LLC
4.4
7 reviews
3809 Peachtree Ave Ste 201
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 859-7032
Flores and Foley LLC
4.9
190 reviews
1536 Castle Hayne Rd
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 371-1400
Hound Roofing Inc
4.4
13 reviews
3873 US-421
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 799-6723
House FX LLC
5
1 review
3600 South College Rd Ste 373
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 660-3236
IBX Insured Roofing Inc
5
1 review
4934 Oleander Dr
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 899-0215
Monarch Roofing Wilmington Inc
4.9
189 reviews
311 Judges Rd Ste 7C
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 998-2852
Patriot Roofing Company LLC
4.9
64 reviews
921 Princess St Ste 115
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 218-0600
Roofing Experts of NC
5
1 review
1213 Culbreth Dr Ste 408
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 833-2976
Coastal Cape Fear Design and Build
5
1 review
612 Linksider Dr Apt F3
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 508-5814
Storm Claim NC
5
1 review
6230 Carolina Beach Rd
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 297-7895
Trust Roofing and Restoration Inc
5
11 reviews
109 Hinton Ave Ste 9
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 538-5353
Waterdog Roofing LLC
5
1 review
5625 Juneberry Ct
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 540-2002
Hallman Roofing
4.9
110 reviews
5122A Greenville Loop Road
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 228-7641
All American Roofing Consultants LLC
5
1 review
1105 Adams Landing Dr
Wilmington, NC 28412
(252) 314-3374
Wilmington Roof Costs Compared to Other North Carolina Cities
Charlotte, NC
- $1,009 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $12,990
Raleigh, NC
- $1,489 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $12,510
Fayetteville, NC
- $941 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $14,940
Greensboro, NC
- $2,218 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,217
Winston Salem, NC
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $13,999