Muscatine Roof Replacement Costs

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The average cost to replace a roof in Muscatine, Iowa is $10,044.

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Roof Replacement Cost in Muscatine, Iowa

The average cost to replace a roof in Muscatine is about $10,044. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Muscatine of 1,638 sqft (16.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.13 per sqft ($613/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 1,638 sqft roof (16.33 squares) in Muscatine.

Asphalt Shingle

$10,044

Designer Shingle

$14,612

Metal

$24,304

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 Muscatine.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.13/sqft ($613/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,066
1,000	10	$6,132
1,500	15	$9,198
2,000	20	$12,264
2,500	25	$15,330
3,000	30	$18,396
3,500	35	$21,462
4,000	40	$24,527
4,500	45	$27,593
5,000	50	$30,659

Designer Shingle
$8.92/sqft ($892/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$4,460
1,000	10	$8,921
1,500	15	$13,381
2,000	20	$17,841
2,500	25	$22,302
3,000	30	$26,762
3,500	35	$31,223
4,000	40	$35,683
4,500	45	$40,143
5,000	50	$44,604

Metal
$14.84/sqft ($1,484/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$7,419
1,000	10	$14,837
1,500	15	$22,256
2,000	20	$29,675
2,500	25	$37,093
3,000	30	$44,512
3,500	35	$51,931
4,000	40	$59,349
4,500	45	$66,768
5,000	50	$74,187

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 Muscatine home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.13/sqft ($613/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$1,840
1,000	$3,679
1,500	$5,519
2,000	$7,358
2,500	$9,198
3,000	$11,037
3,500	$12,877
4,000	$14,716
4,500	$16,556
5,000	$18,396

Designer Shingle
$8.92/sqft ($892/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,721
1,000	$5,442
1,500	$8,162
2,000	$10,883
2,500	$13,604
3,000	$16,325
3,500	$19,046
4,000	$21,767
4,500	$24,487
5,000	$27,208

Metal
$14.84/sqft ($1,484/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$4,600
1,000	$9,199
1,500	$13,799
2,000	$18,398
2,500	$22,998
3,000	$27,597
3,500	$32,197
4,000	$36,797
4,500	$41,396
5,000	$45,996

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

Muscatine Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned	15,792
Average roof size (with pitch)	1,638 Square Feet
Average roof slope	4/12 Pitch or 18.43 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 Muscatine, Iowa

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Muscatine, Iowa compared to nearby areas?

In Muscatine the going rate for roofing labor usually lands between $1.25 and $2.50 per foot, about $40 to $75 per hour, and generally runs 5 % to 15 % lower than the figures logged in nearby Davenport or Cedar Rapids, where a tighter market pushes labor costs up to roughly $1.50 to $2.90, per square foot.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Muscatine, Iowa's weather affect roof lifespan?

Muscatines riverfront climate, 38 inches of rain roughly 25‑30 inches of snow steady 10‑12 mph winds and an intense summer sun, shortens roof life by inviting moisture intrusion, freeze‑thaw cycles, wind uplift and UV degradation causing shingles to wear out faster than they do inland Iowa.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Muscatine, Iowa?

Out in Muscatine the typical roof woes stem from the Mississippi River valley’s gusts and hail that yank at shingles plus the occasional wayward branch, from the dense river‑front canopy. While winter ice dams can introduce leaks the real culprits are the spring‑ and summer‑time wind and hail.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Muscatine, Iowa?

Late May through October in Muscatine marks the sweet spot for roofing projects, once the last freezes have passed but well before the hard winter settles in. During this stretch the weather leans warm and dry and breezes off the Mississippi River tend to scrub morning humidity. Even though midsummer can bring its peak storm windows and occasional scorching heat the overall conditions far outstrip the icy season. Scheduling roof work, for spring or early fall therefore gives shingles the best chance to cure properly and cuts down on weather‑related delays.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Muscatine, Iowa?

Storm‑related roof claims in Muscatine sit at a level overall but they surge during the spring‑summer stretch when thunderstorms, hailstorms and occasional tornadoes sweep the area. The exposure, along the Mississippi Riverfront combined with the aging downtown homes tends to inflate leak and wind‑damage reports. After a derecho or a severe hail event claim numbers jump sharply leaving local roofing contractors swamped for weeks afterward.

What natural disasters in Muscatine, Iowa cause the most roof replacements?

In Muscatine the biggest drivers of roof replacements start with thunderstorms that hurl hail and spawn straight‑line winds, followed by tornado damage then heavy snow and ice and finally Mississippi River flooding that undermines structures. Noteworthy local episodes include the Great Flood of 1993 and the August 2020 Iowa derecho, both of which ripped through roofs across the city.