Buckhannon Roof Replacement Costs

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The average cost to replace a roof in Buckhannon, West Virginia is $12,849.

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Home > West Virginia Roof Replacement Costs > Buckhannon

The average cost to replace a roof in Buckhannon is about $12,849. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Buckhannon of 1,929 sqft (19.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.66 per sqft ($666/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 1,929 sqft roof (19.33 squares) in Buckhannon.

Asphalt Shingle

$12,849

Designer Shingle

$15,289

Slate

$43,769

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 Buckhannon.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.66/sqft ($666/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,330
1,000	10	$6,661
1,500	15	$9,991
2,000	20	$13,322
2,500	25	$16,652
3,000	30	$19,983
3,500	35	$23,313
4,000	40	$26,644
4,500	45	$29,974
5,000	50	$33,305

Designer Shingle
$7.93/sqft ($793/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,963
1,000	10	$7,926
1,500	15	$11,889
2,000	20	$15,852
2,500	25	$19,814
3,000	30	$23,777
3,500	35	$27,740
4,000	40	$31,703
4,500	45	$35,666
5,000	50	$39,629

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

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 Buckhannon home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.66/sqft ($666/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$1,998
1,000	$3,997
1,500	$5,995
2,000	$7,993
2,500	$9,991
3,000	$11,990
3,500	$13,988
4,000	$15,986
4,500	$17,985
5,000	$19,983

Designer Shingle
$7.93/sqft ($793/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,417
1,000	$4,835
1,500	$7,252
2,000	$9,669
2,500	$12,087
3,000	$14,504
3,500	$16,922
4,000	$19,339
4,500	$21,756
5,000	$24,174

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

Buckhannon Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned	9,774
Average roof size (with pitch)	1,929 Square Feet
Average roof slope	6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof type	Asphalt Shingle

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Buckhannon, West Virginia

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Buckhannon, West Virginia compared to nearby areas?

In Buckhannon roofing labor usually hovers around $100 to $180 per 100 sq ft which works out to $40 to $60 per hour. That’s generally a bit lower than the rates in West Virginia’s markets, such as Charleston and Morgantown where labor often climbs to $120 to $220 per 100 sq ft or $55 to $80, per hour. Nearby rural counties tend to be slightly cheaper.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Buckhannon, West Virginia's weather affect roof lifespan?

In Buckhannon, West Virginia, nestled within a valley, the climate delivers roughly 40, 46 inches of rain each year about 30, 40 inches of snow typical breezes of 8, 12 mph and a vigorous summer sun. Those conditions hasten UV wear, on roofing shingles, trigger freeze‑thaw cracking, heighten ice‑dam risk and generate wind uplift, often shaving years off a roof’s expected lifespan.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Buckhannon, West Virginia?

In Buckhannon roof damage usually stems from wind and storm forces the summer thunderstorms that fling whole limbs from the mature oaks and maples dotting Upshur County’s rolling Appalachian hills, branches that rip shingles pierce decking and invite leaks. In winter ice dams sometimes form, adding a layer of trouble.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Buckhannon, West Virginia?

When planning a roof replacement, in Buckhannon aim for the window that runs from spring into early autumn, usually June through September. The valley’s mild days staying above 40 °F give shingles and their adhesives time to cure properly. Steering clear of winter freezes, conditions and even the occasional summer thunderstorm helps secure stronger adhesion and cuts down on delays.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Buckhannon, West Virginia?

Buckhannon, set in Upshur County on the Allegheny Plateau sees storm‑related roof claims that appear sporadically to moderately reaching a peak during spring and summer thunderstorm season and again when winter drapes the area, in ice and snow. The town’s homes, its tree‑lined streets and wind‑driven hail all heighten the danger so a handful of claims typically follow any major regional storm.

What natural disasters in Buckhannon, West Virginia cause the most roof replacements?

In Buckhannon most roof replacements come after high‑wind thunderstorms that toss hail after ice storms that send trees crashing down under snow and after rain‑driven leaks and flash‑flood surges, much, like the damage recorded during the 2016 West Virginia flood events.