Wahpeton Roof Replacement Costs

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The average cost to replace a roof in Wahpeton, North Dakota is $14,846.

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Roof Replacement Cost in Wahpeton, North Dakota

The average cost to replace a roof in Wahpeton is about $14,846. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Wahpeton of 2,004 sqft (20.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.41 per sqft ($741/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 2,004 sqft roof (20.00 squares) in Wahpeton.

Asphalt Shingle

$14,846

Designer Shingle

$15,878

Metal

$28,388

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 Wahpeton.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.41/sqft ($741/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,704
1,000	10	$7,408
1,500	15	$11,112
2,000	20	$14,816
2,500	25	$18,520
3,000	30	$22,225
3,500	35	$25,929
4,000	40	$29,633
4,500	45	$33,337
5,000	50	$37,041

Designer Shingle
$7.92/sqft ($792/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,962
1,000	10	$7,923
1,500	15	$11,885
2,000	20	$15,846
2,500	25	$19,808
3,000	30	$23,769
3,500	35	$27,731
4,000	40	$31,692
4,500	45	$35,654
5,000	50	$39,615

Metal
$14.17/sqft ($1,417/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$7,083
1,000	10	$14,166
1,500	15	$21,249
2,000	20	$28,332
2,500	25	$35,415
3,000	30	$42,498
3,500	35	$49,581
4,000	40	$56,664
4,500	45	$63,747
5,000	50	$70,830

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 Wahpeton home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.41/sqft ($741/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,222
1,000	$4,445
1,500	$6,667
2,000	$8,890
2,500	$11,112
3,000	$13,335
3,500	$15,557
4,000	$17,780
4,500	$20,002
5,000	$22,225

Designer Shingle
$7.92/sqft ($792/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,417
1,000	$4,833
1,500	$7,250
2,000	$9,666
2,500	$12,083
3,000	$14,499
3,500	$16,916
4,000	$19,332
4,500	$21,749
5,000	$24,165

Metal
$14.17/sqft ($1,417/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$4,391
1,000	$8,783
1,500	$13,174
2,000	$17,566
2,500	$21,957
3,000	$26,349
3,500	$30,740
4,000	$35,131
4,500	$39,523
5,000	$43,914

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Wahpeton Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned	5,354
Average roof size (with pitch)	2,004 Square Feet
Average roof slope	6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof type	Asphalt Shingle

Calculated by our AI roofing tech and populated from the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Wahpeton, North Dakota

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Wahpeton, North Dakota compared to nearby areas?

In Wahpeton roofing labor typically runs $2.00, $4.00 per sq ft which works out to about $35, $65 per hour. That price point tends to sit ten to twenty percent lower, than what’s charged in Fargo and Moorhead a gap driven by lower overhead and more reliable scheduling, much like the rates observed across the adjacent rural Richland County. Still the cost can rise if a contractor has to travel.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Wahpeton, North Dakota's weather affect roof lifespan?

Wahpeton, perched in the stretch of North Dakota’s Red River Valley sees roughly 36 inches of snow each winter about 22 inches of precipitation over the year and a steady breeze of 12‑18 mph that can erupt into stronger gusts all, under a fierce prairie sun. The relentless mix of snow loads, ice‑dam formation, frequent freeze‑thaw cycles, wind uplift and harsh UV exposure gnaws at shingles strips away their granules and ultimately shortens the roof’s lifespan.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Wahpeton, North Dakota?

The chief culprit behind roof damage in Wahpeton is the winter snow and ice; ice dams, the added load and the relentless freeze‑thaw cycle pry up shingles opening the way, for leaks.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Wahpeton, North Dakota?

In Wahpeton, the window for shingle work spans late May through early September with June and July offering the sweet spot, snow gone temperatures consistently, above 45 °F and relatively dry air, all of which promote proper shingle adhesion. Winter, the freeze‑thaw swings of fall and any bouts of summer thunderstorms or strong Red River Valley winds are best avoided.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Wahpeton, North Dakota?

Storm‑related roof claims are a sight in Wahpeton, North Dakota especially once late spring rolls into summer and the Red River Valley endures hail, straight‑line winds and the occasional tornado. Local insurers routinely point to a surge, in filings after each bout of severe weather and most homeowners find themselves filing a storm‑related roofing claim every few years, largely dictated by how old their roof is and how much exposure it has to the elements.

What natural disasters in Wahpeton, North Dakota cause the most roof replacements?

In Wahpeton most roof replacements stem from summer hail. The violent gusts of severe thunderstorms or tornadoes from spring ice‑jam flooding on the Bois de Sioux and Red River, most famously the 2009 flood, and, from heavy snow and ice that can accumulate and occasionally bring a roof down.