East Greenwich Roof Replacement Costs

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The average cost to replace a roof in East Greenwich, Rhode Island is $11,453.

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Roof Replacement Cost in East Greenwich, Rhode Island

The average cost to replace a roof in East Greenwich is about $11,453. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in East Greenwich of 1,652 sqft (16.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.93 per sqft ($693/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 1,652 sqft roof (16.67 squares) in East Greenwich.

Asphalt Shingle

$11,453

Designer Shingle

$10,109

Slate

$37,484

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 East Greenwich.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.93/sqft ($693/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,466
1,000	10	$6,933
1,500	15	$10,399
2,000	20	$13,866
2,500	25	$17,332
3,000	30	$20,798
3,500	35	$24,265
4,000	40	$27,731
4,500	45	$31,198
5,000	50	$34,664

Designer Shingle
$6.12/sqft ($612/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,060
1,000	10	$6,119
1,500	15	$9,179
2,000	20	$12,238
2,500	25	$15,298
3,000	30	$18,357
3,500	35	$21,417
4,000	40	$24,476
4,500	45	$27,536
5,000	50	$30,595

Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$11,345
1,000	10	$22,690
1,500	15	$34,035
2,000	20	$45,380
2,500	25	$56,725
3,000	30	$68,070
3,500	35	$79,415
4,000	40	$90,760
4,500	45	$102,105
5,000	50	$113,450

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 East Greenwich home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.93/sqft ($693/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,080
1,000	$4,160
1,500	$6,240
2,000	$8,319
2,500	$10,399
3,000	$12,479
3,500	$14,559
4,000	$16,639
4,500	$18,719
5,000	$20,798

Designer Shingle
$6.12/sqft ($612/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$1,866
1,000	$3,733
1,500	$5,599
2,000	$7,465
2,500	$9,332
3,000	$11,198
3,500	$13,064
4,000	$14,931
4,500	$16,797
5,000	$18,663

Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFT	VALUE 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

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

East Greenwich Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned	7,165
Average roof size (with pitch)	1,652 Square Feet
Average roof slope	6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof type	Asphalt Shingle

Calculated by our AI roofing tech and populated from the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In East Greenwich, Rhode Island

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in East Greenwich, Rhode Island compared to nearby areas?

In East Greenwich roofing labor typically comes in at about $3.00 to $5.50 per foot which works out to roughly $50 to $85 an hour. Those numbers are 5 %, 15 % higher than the rates, in Warwick or Cranston and sit 10 %, 20 % above the figures seen in the more rural parts of Kent County. The premium reflects the town’s homes, historic restoration work and the extra burden of local permits and prevailing‑wage requirements.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does East Greenwich, Rhode Island's weather affect roof lifespan?

East Greenwich, Rhode Island gets 46 inches of rain each year sees roughly 30, 35 inches of snow in winter is frequently battered by Nor’easters that drive gusts in off Narragansett Bay and endures a strong summer sun. The mix of spray lingering moisture, freeze‑thaw cycles and wind‑driven uplift accelerates roof wear, often shaving three to seven years off the nominal 20‑ to 25‑year lifespan of asphalt shingles.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in East Greenwich, Rhode Island?

Nestled on Narragansett Bay with a line of sight to Greenwich Cove East Greenwich is constantly pounded by brine‑filled coastal winds and frequent Nor’easters. Those salty gusts are the culprits, behind roof damage hastening shingle wear gnawing at flashings and even lifting shingles off when a high‑wind storm rolls through.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in East Greenwich, Rhode Island?

In East Greenwich, Rhode Island the window for swapping out a roof stretches from late spring into early autumn, roughly May through September. The advantageous stretch lands in June, July and August when warm dry weather helps shingles stick faster and cuts down on freeze‑related hassles, near Narragansett Bay. It’s wise to sidestep the chill of winter Nor’easters, icy conditions and the height of hurricane season.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in East Greenwich, Rhode Island?

In East Greenwich roof claims tied to storms are an occurrence. The town’s proximity, to Narragansett Bay, its exposed shoreline and the frequent barrage of nor’easters and hurricanes, combined with the tree‑lined, historic colonial and Victorian roofs, mean that wind, falling limbs and ice are the usual culprits. After each coastal storm the number of claims jumps, a pattern that tends to repeat every years for a large share of homeowners.

What natural disasters in East Greenwich, Rhode Island cause the most roof replacements?

In East Greenwich wind from hurricanes, tropical storms and nor’easters, during Tropical Storm Isaias, in 2020, accounts for the bulk of roof replacements. The gusts rip shingles loose. Bring down trees throughout the tree‑lined colonial neighborhoods that hug Apponaug Cove and Greenwich Bay. Then winter adds ice and heavy snow and the ever‑present coastal salt corrosion further erodes the roofs.