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The average cost to replace a roof in Fairfield, Connecticut is $17,181.

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$17,181 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Fairfield, CT

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Roof Replacement Cost in Fairfield, Connecticut

The average cost to replace a roof in Fairfield is about $17,181. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Fairfield of 2,317 sqft (23.33 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 2,317 sqft roof (23.33 squares) in Fairfield.

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 Fairfield.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.42/sqft ($742/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,708
1,00010$7,415
1,50015$11,123
2,00020$14,830
2,50025$18,538
3,00030$22,246
3,50035$25,953
4,00040$29,661
4,50045$33,368
5,00050$37,076
Designer Shingle
$8.50/sqft ($850/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,250
1,00010$8,500
1,50015$12,750
2,00020$16,999
2,50025$21,249
3,00030$25,499
3,50035$29,749
4,00040$33,999
4,50045$38,249
5,00050$42,498
Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$11,345
1,00010$22,690
1,50015$34,035
2,00020$45,380
2,50025$56,725
3,00030$68,070
3,50035$79,415
4,00040$90,760
4,50045$102,105
5,00050$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 Fairfield home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.42/sqft ($742/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,225
1,000$4,449
1,500$6,674
2,000$8,898
2,500$11,123
3,000$13,347
3,500$15,572
4,000$17,796
4,500$20,021
5,000$22,246
Designer Shingle
$8.50/sqft ($850/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,592
1,000$5,185
1,500$7,777
2,000$10,370
2,500$12,962
3,000$15,554
3,500$18,147
4,000$20,739
4,500$23,332
5,000$25,924
Slate
$22.69/sqft ($2,269/square)
SQFTVALUE 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.

Fairfield Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned16,683
Average roof size (with pitch)2,317 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 Fairfield, Connecticut

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Fairfield, Connecticut compared to nearby areas? In Fairfield, Connecticut the cost of roofing labor generally ranges from $200 to $350 per square with rates between $45 and $75. Those figures run ten to twenty percent above the rates seen in nearby Bridgeport or Stratford and sit slightly higher, than the county average. The premium stems from local labor expenses and the extra permitting charges. Conversely many of the state’s rural towns tend to be ten to twenty‑five percent cheaper.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Fairfield, Connecticut's weather affect roof lifespan? Fairfield, Connecticut perched on the shores of Long Island Sound receives about 50 inches of precipitation each year and 30 inches of snow. Coastal breezes are a constant and nor’easters can drive gusts, past 60 mph. The area also enjoys 2,000 sunshine hours annually.. The relentless salt spray, repeated freeze‑thaw cycles, storm‑driven wind uplift and unceasing UV exposure all conspire to shorten the lifespan of roofs.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Fairfield, Connecticut? In Fairfield, Connecticut roof damage is often traced back to wind and storm exposure, especially the Nor’easters and tropical storms that slam into the Long Island Sound shoreline. Over time salty sea spray and stray oak branches also chip away, at the roofing leaving wear and punctures behind.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Fairfield, Connecticut? In Fairfield, Connecticut the spot for shingle work lands in late spring through early fall, typically May, June or even September, when the warmth is sufficient, for the shingles to seal and the days are generally drier. It’s best to dodge the Nor’easters of winter and the peak of tropical‑storm season and to plan around local permitting schedules and the salt‑laden breezes coming off Long Island Sound.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Fairfield, Connecticut? In Fairfield, Connecticut storm‑related roof claims are fairly common, after Nor’easters and coastal storms thanks to the town’s exposure, to Long Island Sound, its older wood‑shingled homes and a dense canopy of trees. Claims tend to surge in summer and again in winter and overall the frequency outpaces that of inland Connecticut towns with most spikes linked to major storm events.
What natural disasters in Fairfield, Connecticut cause the most roof replacements? In Fairfield the proximity to Long Island Sound turns the winds of hurricanes and tropical storms, think Tropical Storm Isaias in 2020 and Superstorm Sandy in 2012, into the chief reason roofs end up needing replacement. Hot on their heels are the Nor’easters, the crushing weight of heavy snow and ice and on the occasional hailstorm, a nasty mix of hail and falling trees especially in neighborhoods such, as Southport and Greens Farms.

Top Roofing Contractors in Fairfield, Connecticut

ABC The Roofing Experts

5

1 review

41 Unquowa Pl
Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 223-7725

Certified Roofing Pro

4.2

5 reviews

192 Halley Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 267-0376

Roofing Contractor of Fairfield

5

1 review

11 Soundview Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825

(475) 476-1277

Kerigan’s Roofing

4.3

6 reviews

35 Villa Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 864-9916

Tri-Builders Group, LLC

4.9

17 reviews

713 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 06825

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All Quality LLC

5

3 reviews

54 Catamount Road
Fairfield, CT 06824

(475) 299-7444

Fairfield Roofing Company

5

2 reviews

399 Lancelot Road
Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 625-1718

Hardy Roofing Company

5

1 review

95 Buena Vista Road
Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 572-5114

ABC-THE ROOFING EXPERTS.COM www.ABCTHEROOFINGEXPERTS.COM.

5

4 reviews

41 Unquowa Place
Fairfield, CT 06824

(203) 689-7317

Roof Max

5

1 review

194 Halley Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825

(914) 356-4177

Map of Roofing Contractors in Fairfield, Connecticut

Fairfield Roof Costs Compared to Other Connecticut Cities

Waterbury, CT

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $17,181

Bridgeport, CT

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $17,181

Stamford, CT

  • $4,291 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,890

West Hartford, CT

  • $1,346 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $18,527

New Haven, CT

  • $2,226 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $14,955
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.