Pennsylvania Roof Replacement Costs
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The average price for a Asphalt Shingle roof in Pennsylvania is $12,378.
4,801,366 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Pennsylvania
$12,378 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Pennsylvania
1,702 Highly rated roofers in Pennsylvania
The average cost to replace a roof in Pennsylvania is about $12,378. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Pennsylvania of 1,952 sqft (19.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.34 per sqft ($634/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 1,952 sqft roof (19.67 squares) in Pennsylvania.
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 Pennsylvania.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,171 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,341 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $9,512 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $12,682 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $15,853 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $19,024 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $22,194 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $25,365 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $28,535 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $31,706 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,669 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $9,338 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $14,007 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $18,676 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $23,345 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $28,014 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $32,683 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $37,352 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $42,021 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $46,690 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $11,304 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $22,608 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $33,912 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $45,216 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $56,520 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $67,824 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $79,128 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $90,432 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $101,736 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $113,040 |
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 Pennsylvania home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $1,902 |
| 1,000 | $3,805 |
| 1,500 | $5,707 |
| 2,000 | $7,609 |
| 2,500 | $9,512 |
| 3,000 | $11,414 |
| 3,500 | $13,316 |
| 4,000 | $15,219 |
| 4,500 | $17,121 |
| 5,000 | $19,024 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,848 |
| 1,000 | $5,696 |
| 1,500 | $8,544 |
| 2,000 | $11,392 |
| 2,500 | $14,240 |
| 3,000 | $17,089 |
| 3,500 | $19,937 |
| 4,000 | $22,785 |
| 4,500 | $25,633 |
| 5,000 | $28,481 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $6,330 |
| 1,000 | $12,660 |
| 1,500 | $18,991 |
| 2,000 | $25,321 |
| 2,500 | $31,651 |
| 3,000 | $37,981 |
| 3,500 | $44,311 |
| 4,000 | $50,642 |
| 4,500 | $56,972 |
| 5,000 | $63,302 |
Pennsylvania Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 4,801,366 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 1,952 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Pennsylvania
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Pennsylvania compared to nearby states?
In Pennsylvania roofing labor generally falls between $150 and $300 per roofing square, about $35 to $60 per hour. Those figures are usually lower than the rates found in New Jersey and New York comparable to Delaware and Maryland and often higher than, in Ohio. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Pennsylvania's weather affect roof lifespan?
Between 35 and 50 inches of rain drape Pennsylvania each year while Lake Erie’s lake‑effect snow can pile up to a 100 inches locally and 20‑60 inches across the wider region. Gusty breezes whip, through the Alleghenies and Poconos. The southeast‑facing exposures soak up extra sunlight. This relentless mix feeds moisture nurtures algae builds ice dams, cycles freeze‑thaw stresses lifts with wind and corrodes under UV rays, all of which conspire to shave years off a roof’s lifespan. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Pennsylvania?
In the Keystone State roofs get battered primarily by the whims of the weather. Winter brings ice dams, those frozen ridges born of freeze‑thaw cycles and a stifled attic airflow, that can undermine a roof’s integrity. Then the wind and hail that hitch a ride, on nor’easters and summer tempests strip shingles away. Invite leaks to seep in. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania the opportune window, for swapping out a roof stretches from the waning days of spring into the early whispers of fall, generally pegged between May and October. Keeping the mercury north of about 45 °F is essential as it lets the shingle adhesive set without the interference of winter freezes the fickle melt of spring thaws, heavy downpours or occasional lake‑effect snow. The sweet spots then are those pockets of mild weather that typically appear in late May through June and again as September rolls into October. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania sees a stream of storm‑related roof claims. Peaks emerge in the months, hailstorms and gusty winds drive up filings, while winter’s nor’easters and the menace of ice dams add another surge. The mix of aging housing stock in Philadelphia, central Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh with the wind‑swept Appalachians and occasional hail hotspots keeps roof‑damage claims a frequent occurrence, across the state. What natural disasters in Pennsylvania cause the most roof replacements?
In Pennsylvania the majority of roof replacements stem from thunderstorms that dump hail and unleash straight‑line winds capable of stripping shingles and toppling trees as well as from winter ice dams that develop after the heavy snowfalls typical of the Appalachians and the Poconos often compounded by nor’easters. Additionally the remnants of systems, most famously Hurricane Ida, in 2021, have left extensive wind and rain damage across eastern PA. Top Roofing Contractors in Pennsylvania
Home Genius Exteriors
4.7
1335 reviews
324 4th Street
Blawnox, PA 15238
(412) 207-3252
Home Genius Exteriors
4.8
250 reviews
119 Union Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 501-4435
DuraCraft Roofing
4.9
33 reviews
63 Iva Road
Paradise, PA 17562
(717) 255-4468
Home Genius Exteriors
4.9
230 reviews
1300 Market Street
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 678-7351
Long Home PA
4.7
634 reviews
301 Fulling Mill Road
Middletown, PA 17057
(717) 452-9566
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Skyline Exteriors LLC
5
37 reviews
1475 Telegraph Road
Honey Brook, PA 19344
(717) 278-4426
Americanremodeling.net
4.7
1051 reviews
57 Saint James Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(888) 739-7339
JSL Roofs Inc
5
11 reviews
408 Heckle Street
Phoenixville, PA 19460
(610) 209-5062
M-N-M Roofing Professionals
4.9
215 reviews
106 Pfeuffer Court
Greentown, PA 18426
(570) 793-5715
MKS Construction
5
33 reviews
360 West Mount Airy Road
Stevens, PA 17578
(717) 324-4497
American Remodeling
4.7
1051 reviews
57 Saint James Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(888) 739-7339
MZ Remodeling
5
11 reviews
1701 Borbeck Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(267) 231-5063
Salco Seamless Gutters
5
102 reviews
1544 Oakland Avenue
Indiana, PA 15701
(412) 609-4516
WM. Prescott Roofing and Remodeling Inc.
4.9
249 reviews
20 W. Noblestown Road
Carnegie, PA 15106
(412) 276-4242
Tuscarora Roofing
5
183 reviews
1300 Conococheague Road
Blain, PA 17006
(717) 512-5340
D&D Scarborough
4
10 reviews
51 S Main Street
Stewartstown, PA 17363
(717) 993-6846
Foster Roofing & General Construction
5
54 reviews
443 North Queen Street
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 778-7379
Cedar Creek Roofing and Siding Inc.
5
22 reviews
261 Red Point Road
Knottingham, PA 19362
(610) 804-7234
R. L. Addlesberger Roofing
5
14 reviews
30 W Canal Street
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 659-7067
Jeranco Roofing & Exteriors
4.7
26 reviews
15303 Summit Farm Drive
Blue Ridge Summit, PA 17214
(240) 675-4324
Roof Costs in Pennsylvania Cities
Allentown, PA
- Avg Cost: $13,491
Bethlehem, PA
- Avg Cost: $8,225
Butler, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
Chambersburg, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
Easton, PA
- Avg Cost: $8,480
Erie, PA
- Avg Cost: $5,670
Greensburg, PA
- Avg Cost: $9,752
Harrisburg, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
Johnstown, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
Lancaster, PA
- Avg Cost: $10,780
Lebanon, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
Mechanicsburg, PA
- Avg Cost: $16,870
New Castle, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
Philadelphia, PA
- Avg Cost: $11,381
Pittsburgh, PA
- Avg Cost: $9,193
Reading, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
Scranton, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
Washington, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
West Chester, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378
York, PA
- Avg Cost: $12,378