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The average cost to replace a roof in Kent, Washington is $17,311.

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$17,311 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Kent, WA

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Roof Replacement Cost in Kent, Washington

The average cost to replace a roof in Kent is about $17,311. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Kent of 2,706 sqft (27.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.40 per sqft ($640/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 2,706 sqft roof (27.00 squares) in Kent.

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 Kent.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.40/sqft ($640/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,199
1,00010$6,397
1,50015$9,596
2,00020$12,795
2,50025$15,993
3,00030$19,192
3,50035$22,390
4,00040$25,589
4,50045$28,788
5,00050$31,986
Cedar Shingle
$13.86/sqft ($1,386/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$6,928
1,00010$13,856
1,50015$20,784
2,00020$27,712
2,50025$34,640
3,00030$41,568
3,50035$48,496
4,00040$55,424
4,50045$62,352
5,00050$69,280
Metal
$11.59/sqft ($1,159/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$5,797
1,00010$11,595
1,50015$17,392
2,00020$23,190
2,50025$28,987
3,00030$34,784
3,50035$40,582
4,00040$46,379
4,50045$52,177
5,00050$57,974
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 Kent home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.40/sqft ($640/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,919
1,000$3,838
1,500$5,758
2,000$7,677
2,500$9,596
3,000$11,515
3,500$13,434
4,000$15,353
4,500$17,273
5,000$19,192
Cedar Shingle
$13.86/sqft ($1,386/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$3,949
1,000$7,898
1,500$11,847
2,000$15,796
2,500$19,745
3,000$23,694
3,500$27,643
4,000$31,592
4,500$35,541
5,000$39,490
Metal
$11.59/sqft ($1,159/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$3,594
1,000$7,189
1,500$10,783
2,000$14,378
2,500$17,972
3,000$21,566
3,500$25,161
4,000$28,755
4,500$32,349
5,000$35,944
Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Kent Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned45,801
Average roof size (with pitch)2,706 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle
Calculated by our AI roofing tech and populated from the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Kent, Washington

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Kent, Washington compared to nearby areas? In Kent, WA, nestled east of Seattle, roofing labor normally swings between $250 and $450 per roofing square translating to about $2.50 to $4.50 per square foot. That figure lands a tad below Seattle’s range, where contractors often command $300 to $550 per square yet it edges above the numbers logged in Tacoma and Federal Way, where the usual band sits nearer $225 to $400, per square.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Kent, Washington's weather affect roof lifespan? In Kent nestled in the Green River Valley the area receives 38, 40 inches of rain each year and about 3, 6 inches of snow. Winds are generally moderate. Every now and then a Puget Sound storm sends a sharp gust our way while persistent cloud cover leaves only scant sunshine. That continual dampness encourages moss and algae to flourish erodes sealants and rusts metal, which together cut the life of a roof short compared with the drier inland regions.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Kent, Washington? In Kent, Washington roof problems usually trace back, to the soggy, air of Puget Sound and the occasional fury of seasonal windstorms. Those conditions nurture moss and algae speed up shingle deterioration and can even whisk tiles away. Meanwhile towering maples and Douglas firs that fringe the Green River drop branches that gouge and scrape the aging cedar and composite roofs.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Kent, Washington? In Kent, Washington aim to replace a roof during the summer stretch, ideally from July through September, when Puget Sound’s marine influence holds rain to a minimum and temperatures remain mild allowing shingles to seal and adhesives to cure properly. Steer clear of the season from October through May as that period encourages leaks, weak adhesion and moss growth on the shaded north slopes, near the Green River.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Kent, Washington? Storm‑related roof claims crop up often in Kent, Washington especially when fall and winter bring strong windstorms and heavy rain. In the city’s neighborhoods most of those claims stem from broken limbs and wind‑driven damage. Hail, by contrast is relatively rare compared with Washington. After a windstorm or an atmospheric‑river event the number of claims spikes hitting many of the older roofs that dot the city.
What natural disasters in Kent, Washington cause the most roof replacements? The onslaught of gusts and wayward limbs that litter the banks of the Green River and the city’s leafy canopy, during Pacific Northwest windstorms often precipitates roof replacements. Likewise the deluge of rain and the sweep of atmospheric rivers, most memorably the December 2021 barrage, spawns leaks, rot and hail scars while winter snow and ice build ice dams that can undermine a roof’s structural integrity.

Top Roofing Contractors in Kent, Washington

Premier Landscape Construction

4.7

31 reviews

29808 Thomas Road Southeast
Kent, WA 98042

(425) 525-9676

Randy & Son Roofing

5

1 review

22416 88th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98031

(253) 442-4812

Apex Roofing

5

1 review

6632 South 191st Place
Kent, WA 98032

(425) 477-9094

Fields Roof Service Inc

4.9

64 reviews

25924 78th Ave S
Kent, WA 98032

(253) 852-4974

4 Seasons Exteriors LLC

5

1 review

20537 SE 272nd St
Kent, WA 98042

(253) 736-4578

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Premier Roofing & Waterproofing

5

1 review

19641 70th Ave S
Kent, WA 98032

(253) 872-4782

Signature Roof Service LLC

5

1 review

27614 132nd Ave SE
Kent, WA 98042

(253) 236-8232

Team Roofing Northwest, LLC

4.6

28 reviews

19226 66th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032

(253) 277-4643

Three Tree Roofing

4.9

124 reviews

19032 66th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032

(206) 312-7663

Chet’s Roofing & Construction Inc.

4.4

46 reviews

26301 79th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032

(877) 611-1514

Northwest Roof Service Inc.

3.8

25 reviews

801 Central Avenue North
Kent, WA 98032

(253) 859-0903

Near Me Roofing Company

5

25 reviews

1819 Central Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032

(253) 238-0363

Elite Roofing Kent

5

1 review

55 Naden Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032

(253) 893-6273

Leafguard Gutter Protection

4.8

530 reviews

22620 85th Place South
Kent, WA 98031

(206) 866-7862

Palm Construction

4.4

42 reviews

1819 Central Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032

(425) 902-9143

Rainier Window, Roof Cleaning, Moss Removal & Gutter Cleaning

5

1 review

6642 South 193rd Place
Kent, WA 98032

(253) 375-7742

Segard Services, LLC

5

11 reviews

12342 Southeast 221st Street
Kent, WA 98031

(425) 341-3414

Islas Roofing Construction LLC

5

5 reviews

9616 South 252nd Street
Kent, WA 98030

(206) 822-8016

TL Solutions LLC

4.7

26 reviews

27503 120th Avenue Southeast
Kent, WA 98030

(425) 948-9025

Kenty Roofing Co

5

2 reviews

21414 68th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032

(253) 243-2146

Map of Roofing Contractors in Kent, Washington

Kent Roof Costs Compared to Other Washington Cities

Seattle, WA

  • $4,118 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $21,429

Spokane, WA

  • $115 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $17,196

Tacoma, WA

  • $4,744 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,567

Vancouver, WA

  • $851 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,460

Olympia, WA

  • $4,202 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,109
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.