Exeter Roof Replacement Costs

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The average cost to replace a roof in Exeter, New Hampshire is $14,474.

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Roof Replacement Cost in Exeter, New Hampshire

The average cost to replace a roof in Exeter is about $14,474. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Exeter of 2,139 sqft (21.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.77 per sqft ($677/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 2,139 sqft roof (21.33 squares) in Exeter.

Asphalt Shingle

$14,474

Designer Shingle

$16,906

Slate

$48,534

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 Exeter.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.77/sqft ($677/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,383
1,000	10	$6,767
1,500	15	$10,150
2,000	20	$13,533
2,500	25	$16,917
3,000	30	$20,300
3,500	35	$23,683
4,000	40	$27,067
4,500	45	$30,450
5,000	50	$33,834

Designer Shingle
$7.90/sqft ($790/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,952
1,000	10	$7,904
1,500	15	$11,856
2,000	20	$15,808
2,500	25	$19,760
3,000	30	$23,712
3,500	35	$27,663
4,000	40	$31,615
4,500	45	$35,567
5,000	50	$39,519

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

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 Exeter home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.77/sqft ($677/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,030
1,000	$4,060
1,500	$6,090
2,000	$8,120
2,500	$10,150
3,000	$12,180
3,500	$14,210
4,000	$16,240
4,500	$18,270
5,000	$20,300

Designer Shingle
$7.90/sqft ($790/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,411
1,000	$4,821
1,500	$7,232
2,000	$9,643
2,500	$12,053
3,000	$14,464
3,500	$16,875
4,000	$19,285
4,500	$21,696
5,000	$24,107

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

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Exeter Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned	8,106
Average roof size (with pitch)	2,139 Square Feet
Average roof slope	6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof type	Asphalt Shingle

Calculated by our AI roofing tech and populated from the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Exeter, New Hampshire

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Exeter, New Hampshire compared to nearby areas?

In Exeter the cost of roofing labor generally hovers in the $200‑$350 band per 100‑sq‑ft square which translates to $45‑$85 an hour. That places it a touch, below Portsmouth, where rates typically run 10‑20 % higher, while it sits a shade above the inland markets of Manchester and Concord where prices usually sit 5‑15 % lower.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Exeter, New Hampshire's weather affect roof lifespan?

Exeter, New Hampshire, situated near the Squamscott River and the Gulf of Maine, receives 45 inches of rain each year and between 40 and 60 inches of snow. Nor’easter gusts, salty breezes, cloud‑filled winters and sunny summers all combine to speed up shingle wear corrode flashing and trigger freeze‑thaw damage.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Exeter, New Hampshire?

In Exeter, New Hampshire the leading culprit behind roof damage is the winter buildup of ice dams and the sheer weight of snow. This is fueled by the region’s Nor’easter storms, the relentless freeze‑thaw rhythm and the town’s exposure to the salty breezes, off the Squamscott River. Add an missing layer of attic insulation and the situation quickly escalates, shingles start to curl water finds its way in and the entire structure feels the strain.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Exeter, New Hampshire?

In Exeter, the window for a roof replacement runs from late spring through early fall, roughly June to September. The nearby Squamscott River and Great Bay temper temperatures but also introduce humidity and coastal storms so a dry spell with temperatures above 50 °F is ideal. June or August usually offer storms and the best conditions, for asphalt‑shingle adhesion.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Exeter, New Hampshire?

Storm‑related roof claims pop up often in Exeter especially after Nor’easters, heavy snowfall and ice storms. Historic roofs in the downtown core and the mature tree‑lined parcels that hug the Squamscott River heighten exposure so wind, ice dams and falling trees end up driving claims with a peak from winter, through early spring.

What natural disasters in Exeter, New Hampshire cause the most roof replacements?

In Exeter roof replacements are often prompted by three main culprits: nor’easters that pile heavy snow onto the shingles ice storms that forge treacherous ice dams and the gusty onslaught of coastal hurricanes and tropical storms, especially Hurricane Sandy in 2012 when flooding along the Squamscott River amplified the water damage, to roofs.