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The average cost to replace a roof in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania is $16,870.

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$16,870 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Mechanicsburg, PA

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The average cost to replace a roof in Mechanicsburg is about $16,870. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Mechanicsburg of 2,350 sqft (23.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.18 per sqft ($718/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 2,350 sqft roof (23.67 squares) in Mechanicsburg.

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 Mechanicsburg.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.18/sqft ($718/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,589
1,00010$7,179
1,50015$10,768
2,00020$14,357
2,50025$17,947
3,00030$21,536
3,50035$25,126
4,00040$28,715
4,50045$32,304
5,00050$35,894
Designer Shingle
$9.40/sqft ($940/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,702
1,00010$9,404
1,50015$14,107
2,00020$18,809
2,50025$23,511
3,00030$28,213
3,50035$32,916
4,00040$37,618
4,50045$42,320
5,00050$47,022
Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$11,345
1,00010$22,690
1,50015$34,035
2,00020$45,380
2,50025$56,725
3,00030$68,070
3,50035$79,415
4,00040$90,760
4,50045$102,105
5,00050$113,450

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 Mechanicsburg home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.18/sqft ($718/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,154
1,000$4,307
1,500$6,461
2,000$8,614
2,500$10,768
3,000$12,922
3,500$15,075
4,000$17,229
4,500$19,383
5,000$21,536
Designer Shingle
$9.40/sqft ($940/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,868
1,000$5,737
1,500$8,605
2,000$11,473
2,500$14,342
3,000$17,210
3,500$20,079
4,000$22,947
4,500$25,815
5,000$28,684
Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$6,353
1,000$12,706
1,500$19,060
2,000$25,413
2,500$31,766
3,000$38,119
3,500$44,472
4,000$50,826
4,500$57,179
5,000$63,532

Mechanicsburg Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned25,086
Average roof size (with pitch)2,350 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania compared to nearby areas?

Around Mechanicsburg, roofing labor typically commands a price tag of $1.50 to $3.50 per square foot, roughly $150 to $350, per roofing square. Those rates sit comfortably alongside Harrisburg’s averages edge above the numbers one would see in the more sparsely populated stretches of Cumberland County and are prone to swell by an extra 10 % to 20 % when the project involves a steeply pitched roof, a historic edifice or a roof that’s otherwise hard to reach not to mention the seasonal surge that accompanies peak summer demand.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania's weather affect roof lifespan?

Mechanicsburg, PA sees 40, 45 inches of rain and about 30 inches of snow each year so roofs are constantly drenched and forced through freeze‑thaw cycles. Periodic Nor’easters and gusty storms stir up wind that can batter shingles and flashings. The moderate summer sun, with humidity ramps up UV degradation and encourages algae growth which can shave several years off an asphalt roof’s lifespan if maintenance is neglected.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania?

Here in Mechanicsburg roof damage usually traces back to storm‑driven gusts and wayward tree branches. Seasonal thunderstorms and the occasional nor’easter, combined with the stand of mature oaks and maples that line the Conodoguinet Creek valley, in Cumberland County have a habit of stripping shingles snapping flashing and taking a toll on older roofs.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania?

In Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County the sweet spot for roofing projects stretches from May through September, when the Susquehanna Valley’s temperatures hover just above freezing yet stay well clear of blistering heat, conditions that curb shingle damage and keep adhesives from misbehaving. Shooting for spring or early autumn generally brings steadier weather, fewer storms and a smoother ride, through the borough’s permit process.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania?

In Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania storm‑related roof claims tend to cluster after the spring and summer when severe thunderstorms sweep the area and also after the winter Nor’easter. The region’s tree canopy coupled with a sizable inventory of older homes amplifies the risk of damage prompting many homeowners to lodge claims after years punctuated by hail, straight‑line winds downed trees or ice dams. Consequently claim activity usually spikes in tandem with the notable storm events.

What natural disasters in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania cause the most roof replacements?

In Mechanicsburg the lion’s share of roof replacements stems from the hail and straight‑line winds that slam the area during summer thunderstorms followed by wind‑driven damage and toppled trees left behind by tropical remnants such, as Hurricane Ida and then by winter’s heavy snow and ice, especially the sudden collapse of ice dams that often accompanies Nor’easter‑driven storms across Cumberland County in the Susquehanna Valley.

Top Roofing Contractors in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Dreamworx Roofing

4.9

247 reviews

5256 East Trindle Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

(717) 502-7355

JAC Roofing & Remodeling Company

5

10 reviews

1001 Nanroc Drive
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

(717) 614-8699

Ryan’s Roofing

4.7

143 reviews

1007 East Coover Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

(717) 230-1424

DePalma Roofing

5

1 review

5241 Simpson Ferry Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

(717) 638-1131

Crain Roofing

5

104 reviews

507 North York Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

(717) 574-2652

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Asphalt Shingle Roofing

5

1 review

5241 Simpson Ferry Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

(717) 200-2551

O’Hanlon Roofing and Construction

5

4 reviews

104 Hawk Court
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

(717) 712-6776

Beaverson Home Improvement

5

1 review

57 State Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

(717) 516-0331

CentiMark

5

1 review

4700 Westport Drive
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

(717) 678-2443

Susquehanna Valley Roofing Services Inc.

5

1 review

238 North Locust Point Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

(717) 458-8038

Map of Roofing Contractors in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

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