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The average cost to replace a roof in Tacoma, Washington is $12,567.

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$12,567 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Tacoma, WA

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Roof Replacement Cost in Tacoma, Washington

The average cost to replace a roof in Tacoma is about $12,567. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Tacoma of 1,829 sqft (18.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.87 per sqft ($687/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 1,829 sqft roof (18.33 squares) in Tacoma.

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 Tacoma.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.87/sqft ($687/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,435
1,00010$6,871
1,50015$10,306
2,00020$13,742
2,50025$17,177
3,00030$20,613
3,50035$24,048
4,00040$27,484
4,50045$30,919
5,00050$34,355
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 Tacoma home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.87/sqft ($687/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,061
1,000$4,123
1,500$6,184
2,000$8,245
2,500$10,306
3,000$12,368
3,500$14,429
4,000$16,490
4,500$18,552
5,000$20,613
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.

Tacoma Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned116,621
Average roof size (with pitch)1,829 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 Tacoma, Washington

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Tacoma, Washington compared to nearby areas? In Tacoma roofing labor generally runs about $1.50 to $3.50 per foot, roughly $35 to $75 an hour. That tends to be a bit cheaper than Seattle, where rates often sit between $2.00 and $4.50 per foot. Compared with Olympia and Puyallup the numbers are on par, if not slightly higher, since those markets usually see $1.40 to $3.25 per square foot. Variables such, as roof pitch, site access and permitting can sway the price.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Tacoma, Washington's weather affect roof lifespan? Around 36 to 40 inches of rain fall on Tacoma each year accompanied by a 4, 6 inches of snow. Near‑constant overcast skies, intermittent Pacific storm breezes and the salty spray drifting from Commencement Bay and the Port of Tacoma nurture moss and algae eat away at flashings fill gutters and can even pry off shingles. In the absence of moss control, adequate ventilation and corrosion‑resistant materials an asphalt roof typically loses years of service life.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Tacoma, Washington? Tacoma’s roofs frequently suffer from moisture‑related damage: ceaseless rain and a humid climate nurture moss and algae clogged gutters choke the flow and shingle wear accelerates, all converging to produce leaks.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Tacoma, Washington? In Tacoma the sweet spot lands in midsummer, July through September, when the Puget Sound’s maritime influence yields the driest, warmest spell, making moss removal noticeably easier. The extreme the rain‑laden stretch from October, through April is best left untouched. For any job carve out a block of three to five dry days and lock in a contractor well ahead of time; local crews tend to fill up faster than anticipated.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Tacoma, Washington? Roof claims linked to storms show up often in Tacoma climbing to a peak during the fall and winter when the Pacific Northwest delivers strong winds heavy rain and every now and then hail. The usual local culprits are fir branches that snap and tumble onto the roof shingles that become moss‑laden and flashings that deteriorate under relentless moisture. Compared with figures wind‑driven leaks outpace heavy‑snow claims in this area.
What natural disasters in Tacoma, Washington cause the most roof replacements? In Tacoma roof replacements usually come after a handful of villains: the fierce Puget Sound windstorms that topple trees, the stubborn lingering leaks left by atmospheric‑river rain events the jolt of seismic activity, most notably the 2001 Nisqually quake, and the occasional slope failures and landslides that scour the city’s steep hillside neighborhoods.

Top Roofing Contractors in Tacoma, Washington

Gordan Roofing

5

1 review

173 126th Street East
Tacoma, WA 98445

(253) 880-8084

Ark Roofing & Renovations

5

6 reviews

8214 25th Avenue East
Tacoma, WA 98445

(253) 777-9683

dom

5

1 review

1221 Alexander Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98421

(253) 587-7785

Defender Roofing

5

1 review

3011 182nd East
Tacoma, WA 98446

(253) 364-9226

Statesman Services

5

26 reviews

1201 Pacific Avenue Suite 600
Tacoma, WA 98402

(253) 234-4042

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State Roofing & Exteriors

4.4

149 reviews

9001 Pacific Avenue South
Tacoma, WA 98444

(360) 794-7164

Techo Roofing

5

16 reviews

12907 14th Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98444

(253) 391-8877

Preferred Roof Services Inc

4.6

14 reviews

14606 Pacific Ave S Ste A
Tacoma, WA 98444

(253) 318-8918

Do It Right Roofing

5

1 review

5317 Military Rd E
Tacoma, WA 98446

(253) 432-7663

Ojeda’s Construction

5

6 reviews

4514 S Lawrence St
Tacoma, WA 98409

(253) 202-1086

The Roof Doctor

4.6

35 reviews

5620 South Adams Street
Tacoma, WA 98409

(253) 472-8582

Mears Roofing

4.9

89 reviews

7224 46th Ave E
Tacoma, WA 98443

(253) 236-2136

Lobo Roofing LLC

5

12 reviews

8303 19th Ave E
Tacoma, WA 98404

(253) 651-3106

TriState Roofing Inc

4.4

537 reviews

1901 Center St
Tacoma, WA 98409

(253) 363-8280

PAC Roofing LLC

5

1 review

3919 South Thompson Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98418

(253) 258-5058

V&R Roofing

5

6 reviews

2920 S Cushman Ave
Tacoma, WA 98409

(253) 328-5678

ACME Roofing

4.8

66 reviews

2033 Mildred Street West
Tacoma, WA 98466

(253) 243-2024

Tacoma Roofing

4.9

54 reviews

1680 South Mildred Street
Tacoma, WA 98465

(253) 264-5268

Lay Comercial Roofing LLC

4

2 reviews

10735 A St S Ste D
Tacoma, WA 98444

(253) 230-0469

Hawk’s Remodeling LLC

5

6 reviews

6711 20th St NE
Tacoma, WA 98422

(206) 934-9889

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Tacoma Roof Costs Compared to Other Washington Cities

Seattle, WA

  • $8,862 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $21,429

Spokane, WA

  • $4,629 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $17,196

Vancouver, WA

  • $3,893 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,460

Olympia, WA

  • $542 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,109

Yakima, WA

  • $3,893 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $16,460
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.