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The average cost to replace a roof in Bellingham, Washington is $16,460.

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$16,460 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Bellingham, WA

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Roof Replacement Cost in Bellingham, Washington

The average cost to replace a roof in Bellingham is about $16,460. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Bellingham of 2,456 sqft (24.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.70 per sqft ($670/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 2,456 sqft roof (24.67 squares) in Bellingham.

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 Bellingham.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.70/sqft ($670/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,351
1,00010$6,702
1,50015$10,053
2,00020$13,404
2,50025$16,755
3,00030$20,106
3,50035$23,457
4,00040$26,808
4,50045$30,159
5,00050$33,510
Cedar Shingle
$13.86/sqft ($1,386/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$6,928
1,00010$13,856
1,50015$20,784
2,00020$27,712
2,50025$34,640
3,00030$41,568
3,50035$48,496
4,00040$55,424
4,50045$62,352
5,00050$69,280
Metal
$15.38/sqft ($1,538/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$7,689
1,00010$15,378
1,50015$23,067
2,00020$30,756
2,50025$38,445
3,00030$46,134
3,50035$53,823
4,00040$61,512
4,50045$69,201
5,00050$76,890
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 Bellingham home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.70/sqft ($670/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,011
1,000$4,021
1,500$6,032
2,000$8,042
2,500$10,053
3,000$12,064
3,500$14,074
4,000$16,085
4,500$18,095
5,000$20,106
Cedar Shingle
$13.86/sqft ($1,386/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$3,949
1,000$7,898
1,500$11,847
2,000$15,796
2,500$19,745
3,000$23,694
3,500$27,643
4,000$31,592
4,500$35,541
5,000$39,490
Metal
$15.38/sqft ($1,538/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$4,767
1,000$9,534
1,500$14,302
2,000$19,069
2,500$23,836
3,000$28,603
3,500$33,370
4,000$38,138
4,500$42,905
5,000$47,672
Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Bellingham Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned45,110
Average roof size (with pitch)2,456 Square Feet
Average roof slope6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof typeAsphalt Shingle
Calculated by our AI roofing tech and populated from the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Bellingham, Washington

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Bellingham, Washington compared to nearby areas? Roofing labor in Bellingham lands squarely in the mid‑range for the Pacific Northwest. In words it’s typically cheaper than the rates in Seattle or Everett yet a notch above what’s charged in the more rural corners of Whatcom County, places like Lynden or Ferndale. Its price tag mirrors that of towns such as Mount Vernon and Anacortes. The main drivers, behind these numbers are the area’s maritime climate, the complexity of the roofs the cost of permits and the availability of contractors.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Bellingham, Washington's weather affect roof lifespan? Living in Bellingham means coping with a climate that delivers roughly 34 inches of rain and 20 inches of snow each year brings frequent fog and salty spray from Bellingham Bay offers limited winter sunshine and occasionally sends gusts, over 40 mph. All of these factors speed up moss growth rot, metal corrosion and wind‑lift which in turn shorten the lifespan of asphalt and wood roofs compared with the inland areas of Puget Sound.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Bellingham, Washington? Bellingham’s roofs often succumb to the damp that the Puget Sound’s maritime climate pours over the town. Wind‑driven rain slips through the seams while stubborn moss and algae spread like a green carpet prying shingles loose. Needles from Douglas firs and cedars clog the gutters salt spray, from the waterfront adds a corrosive edge and the unending freeze‑thaw cycle of the seasons accelerates rot and shingle failure.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Bellingham, Washington? In Bellingham the sweet spot stretches from mid‑July through August, when the Salish Sea’s marine layer recedes rooftops finally get a chance to dry and crews are readily, on hand. Late May or early September can also be viable long as the weather stays dry. The damp, moss‑prone winter and spring months are best avoided, since lingering fog and higher humidity will thwart shingle sealing and drying.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Bellingham, Washington? Roof claims that stem from storm events in Bellingham appear with a regularity during the Pacific winter’s wrath. The primary drivers behind the majority of these claims are gusty winds Douglas firs that succumb and fall in districts briny spray drifting in from the Salish Sea and prolonged rain that leaves the earth water‑logged. While hail visits often than it does over, in eastern Washington, wind‑induced and arboreal damage continue to dominate the post‑storm claim tally.
What natural disasters in Bellingham, Washington cause the most roof replacements? In Bellingham the chief causes of roof replacement are windstorms that knock down trees and strip shingles from the exposed bay, atmospheric‑river flooding and rain that encourage rot and the heavy wet snow that pours down from Mt. Baker storms. Occasionally earthquakes add to the damage and after the 2021 atmospheric‑river events a surge of replacements followed.

Top Roofing Contractors in Bellingham, Washington

Topside Roofing & Siding

4.5

85 reviews

161 E Horton Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 752-2220

Western Roofing Co Inc

4.2

19 reviews

3705 Irongate Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 734-1830

Whatcom Roofing and Home Repair Inc

5

1 review

3017 Bennett Dr
Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 733-2182

Fly Guys Roofing

4.7

50 reviews

3161 Mercer Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 317-5027

Edin’s Construction Inc

5

18 reviews

2849 West Maplewood Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 526-1272

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RVM All Metal Roofing

4.3

26 reviews

1313 East Maple Street
Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 495-8580

Bellingham Roofing Company

5

9 reviews

2300 James Street
Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 685-8337

ROY METAL ROOFING

5

1 review

142 East Horton Road
Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 488-1743

Cruz Roofing Contractor LLC

5

11 reviews

2100 Alabama Street
Bellingham, WA 98229

(360) 591-7620

Green Roof and Gutter Cleaning, Bellingham

5

284 reviews

4600 Washington 539
Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 815-8965

Bellingham Roof & Gutter Cleaning

4.9

22 reviews

2816 Martin Street
Bellingham, WA 98226

Skyline Roofing & Construction

5

13 reviews

1516 Mount Baker Highway
Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 398-6119

Land Roofing

4

4 reviews

4135 Landon Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 733-3551

Mt Baker Roofing

4.1

18 reviews

928 Thomas Road
Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 733-0191

Atta Boy – Window, Gutter, and Pressure Cleaning

4.6

42 reviews

1704 Carolina Street
Bellingham, WA 98229

(360) 756-1551

Korbyn roofing and gutters

5

2 reviews

2311 Victor Street
Bellingham, WA 98225

(888) 295-1342

Glacier Roofing

5

1 review

1225 East Sunset Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 310-4401

Mountaintop Metal Roofing

5

2 reviews

2219 Rimland Drive
Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 837-7027

Villalta Roofing LLC

5

1 review

2136 Zephyr Place
Bellingham, WA 98229

(360) 728-0070

Map of Roofing Contractors in Bellingham, Washington

Bellingham Roof Costs Compared to Other Washington Cities

Seattle, WA

  • $4,969 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $21,429

Spokane, WA

  • $736 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $17,196

Tacoma, WA

  • $3,893 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,567

Vancouver, WA

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,460

Olympia, WA

  • $3,351 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,109
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.