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The average cost to replace a roof in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is $8,980.

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$8,980 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Pittsburgh, PA

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The average cost to replace a roof in Pittsburgh is about $8,980. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Pittsburgh of 1,360 sqft (13.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.60 per sqft ($660/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 1,360 sqft roof (13.67 squares) in Pittsburgh.

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 Pittsburgh.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.60/sqft ($660/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,301
1,00010$6,603
1,50015$9,904
2,00020$13,206
2,50025$16,507
3,00030$19,809
3,50035$23,110
4,00040$26,412
4,50045$29,713
5,00050$33,015
Designer Shingle
$8.51/sqft ($851/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,253
1,00010$8,507
1,50015$12,760
2,00020$17,014
2,50025$21,267
3,00030$25,521
3,50035$29,774
4,00040$34,028
4,50045$38,281
5,00050$42,535
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 Pittsburgh home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.60/sqft ($660/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,981
1,000$3,962
1,500$5,943
2,000$7,924
2,500$9,904
3,000$11,885
3,500$13,866
4,000$15,847
4,500$17,828
5,000$19,809
Designer Shingle
$8.51/sqft ($851/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,595
1,000$5,189
1,500$7,784
2,000$10,378
2,500$12,973
3,000$15,568
3,500$18,162
4,000$20,757
4,500$23,352
5,000$25,946
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

Pittsburgh Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned209,786
Average roof size (with pitch)1,360 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Labor Costs

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

In Pittsburgh roofing labor typically falls between $45 and $75 an hour which works out to $3.50 , $6.50 per square foot for asphalt shingles. Prices tend to be higher than those in the flatter towns of Pennsylvania largely because many neighborhoods feature steep, historic, slate and multi‑level roofs. Consequently the cost is about comparable, to the inner‑ring suburbs. It remains above the rates seen in surrounding rural counties.

Weather & Climate Considerations

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

Pittsburgh receives 40 inches of rain and a matching 40 inches of snow each year punctuated by frequent freeze‑thaw cycles, wind that rushes through the valleys of its three rivers and sky that stays mostly cloudy. The limited sunshine and persistent moisture together ice dams encourage algae to grow on roofs and accelerate shingle wear, ultimately shortening a roof’s lifespan unless it gets regular maintenance.

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

In Pittsburgh roof damage often stems from storm‑tossed branches and wind‑blown debris a problem magnified by the city’s mature tree canopy and the freeze‑thaw swings of winter that pry shingles loose and give rise to ice dams.

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

Spring through early fall, roughly May to September, offers the prime window for a roof replacement in Pittsburgh. The city’s rolling hills and the Allegheny and Monongahela valleys stir up temperature and moisture swings so it’s wise to pick a stretch of several dry days with daytime highs, above 45 °F while steering clear of winter freezes, snow and the peak‑summer thunderstorm season.

Insurance & Storms

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

In Pittsburgh roof claims triggered by storms show up with regularity. The culprits? A thick blanket of trees, a patchwork of hilly aging homes, the rhythm of thunderstorms and summer hail and winter’s ice dams that materialize after every freeze‑thaw swing. Areas dotted with trees invariably report a higher tally of wind‑related damage and snapped branches.

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

In Pittsburgh most roof replacements follow a string of weather events, hail‑filled thunderstorms that bring straight‑line winds winter ice dams paired with wet, heavy snow and storm‑toppled trees littering the hilly tree‑lined Allegheny and Monongahela valleys. The 2021 remnants of Hurricane Ida also slammed the area with rain and gusty winds leaving many roofs badly damaged.

Top Roofing Contractors in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

greencore llc

5

32 reviews

3235 Franklin Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15235

(412) 495-2119

The Roof Kingsof Pittsburgh

5

1 review

455 Salvini Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15243

(412) 746-5464

ZSA

5

1 review

856 Norwich Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15226

(575) 496-2983

Ajs roofing

5

1 review

3000 Park West Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15205

(412) 913-7390

Gus Dabney Inc

5

1 review

6012 Walnut St Apt 11
Pittsburgh, PA 15206

(412) 626-8824

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Hoolahan Roofing & Remodeling Co Inc

5

1 review

424 Greenfield Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15207

(412) 521-0191

CL Frey Construction LLC

5

76 reviews

124 Hillendale Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15237

(412) 327-7593

Triangle Roofing Inc

4.8

5 reviews

351 Mount Nebo Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15237

(412) 369-9333

Evans Roofing & Gutters Inc

5

1 review

1688 Ewing Cir
Pittsburgh, PA 15241

(412) 200-5331

MY Pittsburgh Roofing

5

259 reviews

4552 McKnight Rd Ste 6
Pittsburgh, PA 15237

(412) 218-7082

Always Perfect Contracting

4.9

48 reviews

833 Becks Run Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15210

(412) 308-9529

Malick Brothers Roofing & Exteriors LLC

4.9

82 reviews

218 East Agnew Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15210

(412) 616-0191

Apolinar Roofing

5

97 reviews

1111 Marlane Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15227

(412) 513-7257

Safe & Sound Roofing

4.8

52 reviews

1202 Varner Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15227

(412) 983-2900

RickJohn Roofing

4.5

38 reviews

1006 Washington Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15206

(412) 906-1571

Kenyon Roofing

3.6

25 reviews

608 Ohio River Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15202

(412) 761-5400

R & G Remodeling, Construction, & Roofing LLC

4.6

95 reviews

2544 Library Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15234

(412) 790-1886

PITTSBURGH COMMERCIAL ROOFING

4.7

52 reviews

461 Cochran Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15228

(412) 567-9100

Alan Construction LLC

5

23 reviews

4314 Stanley Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15207

(412) 954-8337

Cuddy Roofing Company Inc

5

1 review

22 Rutgers Rd Ste 102
Pittsburgh, PA 15205

(412) 921-2783

Map of Roofing Contractors in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh Roof Costs Compared to Other Pennsylvania Cities

Philadelphia, PA

  • $3,241 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,221

Erie, PA

  • $3,488 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,468

York, PA

  • $3,488 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,468

Reading, PA

  • $3,488 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,468

Lancaster, PA

  • $1,800 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $10,780