Washington Roof Replacement Costs
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The average price for a Asphalt Shingle roof in Washington is $16,465.
2,909,980 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Washington
$16,465 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Washington
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The average cost to replace a roof in Washington is about $16,465. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Washington of 2,454 sqft (24.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.71 per sqft ($671/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 2,454 sqft roof (24.67 squares) in Washington.
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 Washington.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,355 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,709 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,064 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,419 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $16,774 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $20,128 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $23,483 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $26,838 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $30,193 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $33,547 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $7,263 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $14,526 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $21,789 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $29,052 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $36,315 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $43,578 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $50,841 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $58,103 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $65,366 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $72,629 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $7,391 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $14,782 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $22,173 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $29,564 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $36,955 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $44,346 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $51,737 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $59,128 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $66,519 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $73,910 |
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 Washington home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,013 |
| 1,000 | $4,026 |
| 1,500 | $6,039 |
| 2,000 | $8,051 |
| 2,500 | $10,064 |
| 3,000 | $12,077 |
| 3,500 | $14,090 |
| 4,000 | $16,103 |
| 4,500 | $18,116 |
| 5,000 | $20,128 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $4,140 |
| 1,000 | $8,280 |
| 1,500 | $12,420 |
| 2,000 | $16,559 |
| 2,500 | $20,699 |
| 3,000 | $24,839 |
| 3,500 | $28,979 |
| 4,000 | $33,119 |
| 4,500 | $37,259 |
| 5,000 | $41,399 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $4,582 |
| 1,000 | $9,165 |
| 1,500 | $13,747 |
| 2,000 | $18,330 |
| 2,500 | $22,912 |
| 3,000 | $27,494 |
| 3,500 | $32,077 |
| 4,000 | $36,659 |
| 4,500 | $41,242 |
| 5,000 | $45,824 |
Washington Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 2,909,980 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,454 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Washington
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Washington compared to nearby states?
In Washington roofing labor typically falls between $3.50 and $6.50 per foot (about $45, $95 an hour). Seattle and Snohomish add a noticeable premium, roofs, frequent rain and higher local wages all push the price up. Heading south into Oregon labor costs are usually % cheaper while Idaho enjoys an even larger discount, roughly 15‑30 % lower, than Washington’s rates. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Washington's weather affect roof lifespan?
Washington’s climate wears down roofs in a patchwork of ways. In Washington, especially, around Puget Sound and the Olympic foothills, steady year‑round rain feeds moss, algae and rot. Coastal windstorms can even pry shingles loose while the Cascades bring snow and ice dams that subject roofs to freeze‑thaw cycles. Out east the sunnier drier Columbia Basin bathes roofs in UV light. Drives thermal swings that hasten fading and cracking. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Washington?
In Washington the relentless Pacific Northwest rain and ever‑present humidity are the chief drivers of roof damage, encouraging moss and algae to proliferate, hastening shingle decay rotting cedar shakes and spawning leaks, while wind and fallen trees add storm damage, along the coast and the foothills of the Olympic and Cascade ranges. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Washington?
In Washington the opportune window for swapping out a roof stretches from mid‑June through September; July and August are especially favorable across the Puget Sound corridor, the Olympic foothills and the Cascades, when sunshine drives moisture off the decking quickly and contractors are plentiful. The damp stretch from October, to April is best steered clear of. Out east the drier summer heat and the milder spring shoulder months provide an extra leeway. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Washington?
Storm‑related roof claims are a sight throughout Washington yet they cluster in the western counties after the season’s Pacific windstorms, those fall‑and‑winter blasts that drench the area with rain and topple trees. A stubborn mix of moss buildup, soggy soils and the ever‑present salty air, off Puget Sound acts like a catalyst hastening roof leaks. Hail claims on the hand appear far less often across the state showing up chiefly east of the Cascades when convective storms roll through. What natural disasters in Washington cause the most roof replacements?
In Washington wind‑tossed trees from Puget Sound storms top the list of roof‑replacement triggers with snowfall east of the Cascades following close behind and only the occasional hail, in the Columbia Basin. Notable incidents range from the 2006 Hanukkah‑Eve storm and the 2021 Western Washington windstorms to atmospheric‑river flooding that speeds up leaks and rot. Top Roofing Contractors in Washington
True Blue Roofing & Siding
4.9
243 reviews
18407 Renton-Maple Valley Road
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(253) 655-9898
A ROOF ABOVE
4.5
33 reviews
3915 East Tanager Lane
Mead, WA 99021
(509) 400-5911
Alpine Roofing
4.9
215 reviews
2016 Logston Boulevard
Richland, WA 99354
(509) 987-7818
Berry Lake Home Services
5
24 reviews
2507 Southeast Mile Hill Drive
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(415) 654-9069
Stanley Roof and Solar, LLC
5
54 reviews
7202 Northeast Highway 99
Vancouver, WA 98665
(800) 433-4633
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Roofing Formula LLC.
5
140 reviews
8205 Northeast 142nd Street
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 207-6016
State roofing solutions LLC
5
27 reviews
419 173rd Street South
Spanaway, WA 98387
(253) 468-0634
Landmark Roofing and Siding
4.7
166 reviews
14940 Northeast 95th Street
Redmond, WA 98052
(855) 908-7663
Matador Exteriors
4.9
38 reviews
10401 Northeast 29th Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98686
(360) 836-0369
Columbia Roofing
4.9
53 reviews
1904 North 4th Avenue
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 430-8674
aaron zarling
4.7
68 reviews
18323 Bothell Everett Highway
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 770-5472
Garcia Roofing
3.8
37 reviews
14404 East Cataldo Avenue
Spokane Valley, WA 99216
(509) 599-0950
Statesman Services
5
26 reviews
1201 Pacific Avenue Suite 600
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 234-4042
Premier Energy Solutions LLC
5
62 reviews
6501 119th Ave E
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 332-3620
River City Roofing
4.7
12 reviews
23 North Napa Street
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 869-1809
DLG Roofing LLC
4.8
17 reviews
20305 22nd Ave
Spanaway, WA 98387
(253) 282-2424
Topside Roofing & Siding
4.5
85 reviews
161 E Horton Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 752-2220
Premier Landscape Construction
4.7
31 reviews
29808 Thomas Road Southeast
Kent, WA 98042
(425) 525-9676
Dagmar Construction LLC
4.6
53 reviews
1918 Belmont Loop Suite B
Woodland, WA 98674
(360) 904-4646
Axis Roof and Gutter Inc
4.9
682 reviews
20932 67th Ave NE
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 653-7663
Roof Costs in Washington Cities
Auburn, WA
- $3,751 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $12,714
Bellevue, WA
- $2,664 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $19,129
Bellingham, WA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,465
Bothell, WA
- $2,664 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $19,129
Bremerton, WA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,465
Everett, WA
- $1,161 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $15,304
Kennewick, WA
- $1,153 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $17,618
Kent, WA
- $846 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $17,311
Lynnwood, WA
- $2,292 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $14,173
Marysville, WA
- $3,288 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $13,177
Olympia, WA
- $3,356 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $13,109
Port Orchard, WA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,465
Puyallup, WA
- $3,898 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $12,567
Renton, WA
- $1,167 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $17,632
Seattle, WA
- $4,964 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $21,429
Snohomish, WA
- $2,292 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $14,173
Spokane, WA
- $731 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $17,196
Tacoma, WA
- $3,898 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $12,567
Vancouver, WA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,465
Yakima, WA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,465