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The average cost to replace a roof in Lima, Ohio is $12,429.

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$12,429 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Lima, OH

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The average cost to replace a roof in Lima is about $12,429. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Lima of 2,247 sqft (22.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $5.53 per sqft ($553/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 2,247 sqft roof (22.33 squares) in Lima.

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 Lima.

Asphalt Shingle
$5.53/sqft ($553/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$2,766
1,00010$5,531
1,50015$8,297
2,00020$11,063
2,50025$13,828
3,00030$16,594
3,50035$19,360
4,00040$22,126
4,50045$24,891
5,00050$27,657
Designer Shingle
$7.55/sqft ($755/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,774
1,00010$7,548
1,50015$11,322
2,00020$15,096
2,50025$18,870
3,00030$22,643
3,50035$26,417
4,00040$30,191
4,50045$33,965
5,00050$37,739
Metal
$8.91/sqft ($891/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,453
1,00010$8,907
1,50015$13,360
2,00020$17,813
2,50025$22,267
3,00030$26,720
3,50035$31,173
4,00040$35,627
4,50045$40,080
5,00050$44,533

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 Lima home.

Asphalt Shingle
$5.53/sqft ($553/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,659
1,000$3,319
1,500$4,978
2,000$6,638
2,500$8,297
3,000$9,956
3,500$11,616
4,000$13,275
4,500$14,935
5,000$16,594
Designer Shingle
$7.55/sqft ($755/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,302
1,000$4,604
1,500$6,906
2,000$9,208
2,500$11,510
3,000$13,813
3,500$16,115
4,000$18,417
4,500$20,719
5,000$23,021
Metal
$8.91/sqft ($891/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,761
1,000$5,522
1,500$8,283
2,000$11,044
2,500$13,805
3,000$16,566
3,500$19,327
4,000$22,089
4,500$24,850
5,000$27,611

Lima Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned42,479
Average roof size (with pitch)2,247 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Lima, Ohio

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Lima, Ohio compared to nearby areas?

In Lima Ohio, roofing labor generally falls between $1.50 and $2.50 per foot, about $40 to $60 an hour, and that price point typically undercuts nearby Toledo or Columbus where rates range from $2.00 to $4.00, per square foot. The city’s smaller market and its older housing stock help keep bids down though winter weather can add a premium.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Lima, Ohio's weather affect roof lifespan?

Set in the interior of Allen County, Lima Ohio receives 36 to 40 inches of rain each year while its winters can unload 30 to 50 inches of snow in particularly heavy seasons. Frequent freeze‑thaw cycles and a steady breeze, ten miles per hour on average, keep flashing and shingles under constant stress. The seasonal sun adds UV exposure and thermal cycling together accelerating roof wear faster than, in Ohio’s drier regions.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Lima, Ohio?

In Lima, Ohio most roof damage stems from the high‑velocity winds that accompany spring and summer storms, lifting and tearing shingles and even toppling limbs. Those gusts get a ride across west‑central Ohio’s flat terrain and the surrounding farmland while cold winter temperatures and ice dams accelerate the wear, on older roofs.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Lima, Ohio?

The prime season for roofing in Lima, Ohio, nestled in Allen County, spans spring through early fall with the stretch from September, to early October emerging as the sweet spot. During that window daytime highs stay comfortably mild the onslaught of thunderstorms tapers off and any lingering snow or frost has long since melted away. Sidestepping the grip of winter and the blistering storm‑laden peak of summer makes the job safer and speeds up completion.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Lima, Ohio?

Storm‑related roof claims in Lima Ohio are moderately common with the frequency in spring and summer when hail and strong winds pound older houses and the flat roofs of downtown commercial buildings near the Blanchard River. In winter heavy rain and ice often cause leaks and out, in Allen County the wind tends to lift roofs more often than it does in the city core.

What natural disasters in Lima, Ohio cause the most roof replacements?

In Lima, Allen County, the bulk of roof replacements stem from summer hail. The straight‑line winds that accompany severe thunderstorms; occasional tornado touchdowns and heavy winter ice or snow add further damage whereas flood‑related interior losses tend to lead to far fewer complete roof replacements.

Top Roofing Contractors in Lima, Ohio

Legacy Roofing & Construction

4.9

84 reviews

4320 Harding Highway
Lima, OH 45804

(419) 230-0196

Blue Chip Construction

4.3

59 reviews

1534 Allentown Road
Lima, OH 45805

(419) 228-7663

Buckeye Roofing & Maintenance

5

27 reviews

1324 Allentown Road
Lima, OH 45805

(419) 979-4745

Winegardner Roofing

4.6

87 reviews

900 South Metcalf Street
Lima, OH 45804

(419) 234-1644

Scott Bentz Contracting

4.7

13 reviews

4417 Meadowlands Drive
Lima, OH 45805

(419) 222-5154

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Lawson Brothers Construction

5

16 reviews

1972 Baty Road
Lima, OH 45807

(419) 225-7299

A-1 Roofing

3.7

3 reviews

721 Oak Street
Lima, OH 45804

(419) 224-9093

Prestige Roofing & Construction llc

5

1 review

910 West Vine Street
Lima, OH 45804

(419) 371-2125

Barry’s Roofing

3

1 review

1701 West Robb Avenue
Lima, OH 45805

(419) 302-1572

M&W Construction Enterprises, LLC

5

1 review

1201 Crestwood Drive
Lima, OH 45805

(419) 227-2000

The Gutterman Company

4.6

9 reviews

4921 South Dixie Highway
Lima, OH 45806

(800) 842-2345

Special Maintenance Roofing

5

1 review

1201 Crestwood Drive
Lima, OH 45805

(419) 227-6000

Peake Roofing

5

2 reviews

3794 Shalloway Drive
Lima, OH 45806

(513) 832-0024

Monday Roofing

5

1 review

Lima, OH 45801

(419) 224-7663

Zenith Roofing

5

1 review

2335 Baton Rouge
Lima, OH 45805

(567) 802-0257

NWO Property Services LLC

5

4 reviews

3939 North West Street
Lima, OH 45801

(419) 889-7518

J. Alexander Roofing

5

1 review

333 East Market Street
Lima, OH 45801

(419) 957-9961

Map of Roofing Contractors in Lima, Ohio

Lima Roof Costs Compared to Other Ohio Cities

Cleveland, OH

  • $3,911 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $8,518

Columbus, OH

  • $4,553 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $7,876

Cincinnati, OH

  • $2,526 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $9,903

Dayton, OH

  • $1,274 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $11,155

Toledo, OH

  • $6,505 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $18,934