Milwaukee Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is $11,548.
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266,818 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Milwaukee, WI
$11,548 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Milwaukee, WI
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The average cost to replace a roof in Milwaukee is about $11,548. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Milwaukee of 1,557 sqft (15.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.42 per sqft ($742/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 1,557 sqft roof (15.67 squares) in Milwaukee.
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 Milwaukee.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,708 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,417 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $11,125 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $14,834 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $18,542 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $22,250 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $25,959 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $29,667 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $33,376 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $37,084 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,398 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $8,795 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $13,193 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $17,591 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $21,989 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $26,386 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $30,784 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $35,182 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $39,580 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $43,977 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $8,153 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $16,305 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $24,458 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $32,611 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $40,763 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $48,916 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $57,068 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $65,221 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $73,374 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $81,526 |
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 Milwaukee home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,225 |
| 1,000 | $4,450 |
| 1,500 | $6,675 |
| 2,000 | $8,900 |
| 2,500 | $11,125 |
| 3,000 | $13,350 |
| 3,500 | $15,575 |
| 4,000 | $17,800 |
| 4,500 | $20,025 |
| 5,000 | $22,250 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,683 |
| 1,000 | $5,365 |
| 1,500 | $8,048 |
| 2,000 | $10,730 |
| 2,500 | $13,413 |
| 3,000 | $16,096 |
| 3,500 | $18,778 |
| 4,000 | $21,461 |
| 4,500 | $24,144 |
| 5,000 | $26,826 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $5,055 |
| 1,000 | $10,109 |
| 1,500 | $15,164 |
| 2,000 | $20,219 |
| 2,500 | $25,273 |
| 3,000 | $30,328 |
| 3,500 | $35,382 |
| 4,000 | $40,437 |
| 4,500 | $45,492 |
| 5,000 | $50,546 |
Milwaukee Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 266,818 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 1,557 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Milwaukee, Wisconsin compared to nearby areas?
In Milwaukee roofing labor usually falls between $200 and $350 per roofing square which translates to $2.00 to $3.50, per square foot. Those numbers line up with the rates seen in Waukesha and Racine. They still outpace nearby rural counties by about five to fifteen percent, a premium driven by older steeper roofs the logistical hurdles of city access and the added cost of permits. Overall Milwaukee’s roofing labor costs tend to sit below the levels of the Chicago metropolitan area. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Milwaukee, Wisconsin's weather affect roof lifespan?
In Milwaukee the climate packs a punch: 32 inches of rain and 45‑50 inches of snow each year plus the relentless lake‑effect snow from Lake Michigan, frequent freeze‑thaw swings, steady breezes, off the water and only a modest amount of summer sunshine. All of that together gnaws at roof shingles encourages ice‑dam buildup and weakens flashing, typically shaving years off an asphalt roof’s expected lifespan compared with the milder conditions inland. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
In Milwaukee roof damage often stems from the relentless winter cycle of freezing and thawing compounded by the heavy snow that rolls in off Lake Michigan; those conditions give rise, to ice dams that pry up shingles strain the flashing and ultimately let water seep in. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
In Milwaukee, the time for a roof overhaul stretches from the tail‑end of spring into early fall, roughly late May through September. During those months the mercury usually stays above 40 °F, freeze‑thaw cycles are unlikely and the breezes off Lake Michigan lose much of their bite. It’s wise to steer clear of winter the early‑spring melt and the first frosts of autumn. By planning homeowners can also sidestep the summer storm season and the surge, in contractor demand. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
In Milwaukee roof claims linked to storms crop up often. The culprit is a mix of Lake Michigan‑driven gusts summer thunderstorms that can hurl hail and the icy onslaught of winter snow and ice. Most of these claims arrive after a bout of wind or a hailstorm, with older city roofs and properties right, on the lakeshore bearing the brunt. Typically the claim count spikes in the aftermath of a storm a pattern that repeats only every few years. What natural disasters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin cause the most roof replacements?
In Milwaukee the lion’s share of roof replacements trace back, to the summer onslaught, thunderstorms that dump hail and unleash straight‑line wind blasts with the August 2020 Midwest derecho standing out as a textbook case, while the winter months contribute their own woes via heavy lake‑effect snow and ice dams that seep into roofs and compromise structural integrity; tornadoes albeit sporadic are capable of delivering intense localized roof devastation. Top Roofing Contractors in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nexus Development LLC
4.9
40 reviews
3846 West Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 323-5018
Austin Construction
5
1 review
2223 North 52nd Street
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(262) 899-9925
WeatherGuard Roofing
5
1 review
1767 North Cambridge Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 243-1404
Kingdom Contracting LLC
5
68 reviews
3826 N Willis Pl
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 801-1314
Munoz Complete Home Improvements LLC
5
1 review
904 W Bruce St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 412-8152
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Northern Generations Construction
5
3 reviews
6326 W Bluemound Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 412-6257
MM Schranz Roofing Inc
5
4 reviews
6360 N 60th St
Milwaukee, WI 53218
(414) 358-3100
Proformance Roofing
5
1 review
5270 W Clinton Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53223
(414) 465-8896
Roofed Right America LLC
4.8
92 reviews
429 W Boden St
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 349-5009
Stormproof Exteriors LLC
5
1 review
9522 W Howard Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 316-7831
Tighe Contracting Inc
5
4 reviews
5594 N Hollywood Ave Ste 205
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 339-2981
Community Roofing & Restoration
5
1 review
1776 North Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 332-1139
Kingdom Contracting
5
1 review
3826 North Willis Place
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(262) 977-7733
Roofers of Milwaukee
5
1 review
1129 North Marshall Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 296-9357
XL Property & Contracting LLC
5
1 review
5722 West North Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(877) 277-6817
Formula Home Improvements, Inc.
5
1 review
3959 South Howell Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 296-4024
JRV Roofing
5
1 review
2549 North 60th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53210
(414) 331-7849
Allrite Home & Remodeling
5
1 review
6580 North 40th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 353-6910
Zam Zam Roofing
5
1 review
608 South 94th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 852-4852
Overland Roofing and Remodeling
5
1 review
3073 S Chase Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 232-7908
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