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The average cost to replace a roof in Milford, Delaware is $18,742.

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$18,742 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Milford, DE

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Roof Replacement Cost in Milford, Delaware

The average cost to replace a roof in Milford is about $18,742. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Milford of 2,672 sqft (26.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.01 per sqft ($701/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 2,672 sqft roof (26.67 squares) in Milford.

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 Milford.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.01/sqft ($701/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,507
1,00010$7,014
1,50015$10,521
2,00020$14,028
2,50025$17,536
3,00030$21,043
3,50035$24,550
4,00040$28,057
4,50045$31,564
5,00050$35,071
Designer Shingle
$9.64/sqft ($964/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,822
1,00010$9,643
1,50015$14,465
2,00020$19,287
2,50025$24,108
3,00030$28,930
3,50035$33,752
4,00040$38,574
4,50045$43,395
5,00050$48,217
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 Milford home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.01/sqft ($701/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,104
1,000$4,209
1,500$6,313
2,000$8,417
2,500$10,521
3,000$12,626
3,500$14,730
4,000$16,834
4,500$18,938
5,000$21,043
Designer Shingle
$9.64/sqft ($964/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,941
1,000$5,882
1,500$8,824
2,000$11,765
2,500$14,706
3,000$17,647
3,500$20,589
4,000$23,530
4,500$26,471
5,000$29,412
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.

Milford Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned9,043
Average roof size (with pitch)2,672 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 Milford, Delaware

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Milford, Delaware compared to nearby areas? Milford, DE roofing labor typically runs about $1.50 to $3.00 per sq ft for asphalt shingles, or $40 to $65 per hour, similar to Dover and Salisbury, generally 10 to 20 percent cheaper than Wilmington, and about 5 percent higher than smaller Sussex County towns.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Milford, Delaware's weather affect roof lifespan? Milford averages about 45 inches of rain, roughly 10 inches of snow, steady coastal breezes near 10 mph with storm gusts to 50 mph, and about 2,100 sun hours. High moisture, freeze thaw cycles, UV and salt air accelerate shingle decay and flashing corrosion, while storm winds lift edges, cutting typical asphalt roof life by 10 to 30 percent.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Milford, Delaware? In Milford, Delaware the most common roof damage comes from wind and storm related events, especially summer thunderstorms and the remnants of tropical storms and Nor’easters. Strong winds lift and split shingles, allow water intrusion, and flooding from the nearby Mispillion River and bay influence accelerates wear and salt exposure, which exacerbates aging and leaks.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Milford, Delaware? Best time in Milford, Delaware, is late spring to early fall, especially May, June, and September. Tides and Delaware Bay humidity mean winters are milder but freezing can crack shingles, summers bring thunderstorms and hurricane risk, so choose warm, dry weeks between storm seasons for roofing work.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Milford, Delaware? In Milford, Delaware, split between Kent and Sussex counties, storm-related roof claims are fairly common, especially after nor’easters and tropical storms, most damage stems from wind and falling trees along the Mispillion River corridor and from heavy summer thunderstorms, with claim spikes in late summer and early fall.
What natural disasters in Milford, Delaware cause the most roof replacements? Most roof replacements in Milford, Delaware result from wind and hail damage during severe summer thunderstorms and tropical systems, notably Hurricane Isaias in 2020 and Tropical Storm Henri in 2021, plus flooding from Mispillion River overflow during nor’easters and heavy rain events, with occasional ice storm and tree-fall damage during winter.

Top Roofing Contractors in Milford, Delaware

Double J Construction

5

1 review

16495 Heritage Ln
Milford, DE 19963

(302) 242-9829

Bayside Roofing

5

21 reviews

26 General Torbert Drive
Milford, DE 19963

(302) 270-8278

Grant & Sons Roofing & Siding

4.7

82 reviews

606 Milford Harrington Highway
Milford, DE 19963

(302) 422-6090

permalock roof warranty

5

1 review

497 Bowman Road
Milford, DE 19963

(855) 888-3674

Delmarva Metal Roofing

5

12 reviews

497 Bowman Road
Milford, DE 19963

(302) 858-1699

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McCain Contracting LLC

5

1 review

899 Church Hill Road
Milford, DE 19963

(410) 739-1624

First State Home and Business (building and repairs)

5

1 review

1645 Bay Road
Milford, DE 19963

(302) 209-4588

Milford All-Star Roofing

5

1 review

63 General Torbert Drive
Milford, DE 19963

(302) 754-3169

Map of Roofing Contractors in Milford, Delaware

Milford Roof Costs Compared to Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE

  • $5,239 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,503

Newark, DE

  • $3,058 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $21,800

Dover, DE

  • $7,620 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $26,362

New Castle, DE

  • $13,347 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $5,395

Millsboro, DE

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $18,742
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.