Birmingham Roof Replacement Costs
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The average cost to replace a roof in Birmingham, Alabama is $15,512.
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163,079 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Birmingham, AL
$15,512 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Birmingham, AL
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The average cost to replace a roof in Birmingham is about $15,512. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Birmingham of 2,506 sqft (25.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.19 per sqft ($619/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 2,506 sqft roof (25.00 squares) in Birmingham.
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 Birmingham.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,095 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,190 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $9,285 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $12,380 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $15,475 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $18,570 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $21,665 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $24,760 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $27,855 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $30,950 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,357 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $8,713 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $13,070 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $17,426 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $21,783 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $26,140 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $30,496 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $34,853 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $39,209 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $43,566 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,976 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $7,953 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $11,929 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $15,906 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $19,882 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $23,858 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $27,835 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $31,811 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $35,787 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $39,764 |
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 Birmingham home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $1,857 |
| 1,000 | $3,714 |
| 1,500 | $5,571 |
| 2,000 | $7,428 |
| 2,500 | $9,285 |
| 3,000 | $11,142 |
| 3,500 | $12,999 |
| 4,000 | $14,856 |
| 4,500 | $16,713 |
| 5,000 | $18,570 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,701 |
| 1,000 | $5,402 |
| 1,500 | $8,103 |
| 2,000 | $10,804 |
| 2,500 | $13,505 |
| 3,000 | $16,207 |
| 3,500 | $18,908 |
| 4,000 | $21,609 |
| 4,500 | $24,310 |
| 5,000 | $27,011 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,426 |
| 1,000 | $4,851 |
| 1,500 | $7,277 |
| 2,000 | $9,702 |
| 2,500 | $12,128 |
| 3,000 | $14,554 |
| 3,500 | $16,979 |
| 4,000 | $19,405 |
| 4,500 | $21,830 |
| 5,000 | $24,256 |
Birmingham Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 163,079 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,506 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Birmingham, Alabama
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Birmingham, Alabama compared to nearby areas?
In Birmingham roofing labor typically runs between $45 and $70 an hour or about $200 to $350 per hundred feet. That’s a little cheaper than in Huntsville, a touch higher than, in Montgomery and roughly comparable, a shade lower, to Mobile. The prevalence of homes often pushes labor time upward. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Birmingham, Alabama's weather affect roof lifespan?
In Birmingham the humid subtropical climate dishes out, about 54 inches of rain each year a 1 to 3 inches of snow blistering summer sun with high UV intensity and the occasional jolt of severe thunderstorms or tornado gusts. This cocktail fuels algae, moss rot, thermal cracking and storm‑related wear generally trimming asphalt‑shingle lifespans to a modest 15, 20 years while metal roofs often clock 40 years or more. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Birmingham, Alabama?
In Birmingham roof damage is often blamed on summer thunderstorm bouts, gusty winds and wayward limbs with hail and the occasional tornado adding to the mix. The city’s dense oak and pine canopies, and the urban trees that collide with buildings, regularly tear, at shingles and can even compromise the roof’s integrity. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Birmingham, Alabama?
In Birmingham the optimal window for a roof replacement lands in the shoulder months, spring and early autumn roughly April through May and then September, into October. By that point the weather is warm enough for shingles to adhere properly rain and the risk of storms have largely abated and the extremes of summer heat and winter chill are safely sidestepped. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Birmingham, Alabama?
Storm‑related roof claims are a sight in Birmingham with the bulk of them clustering in spring and again in late fall, times when the area endures severe thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds. Years insurers record a handful of localized claim spikes after one to three major storm events and tree‑driven shingle damage and leaks are especially common thanks, to Birmingham’s dense urban canopy and the Gulf’s moisture. What natural disasters in Birmingham, Alabama cause the most roof replacements?
Tornadoes and fierce thunderstorms, hail and straight‑line winds included, account for the bulk of roof replacements in Birmingham. The April 27 2011 Super Outbreak ripped roofs off. The weight of fallen trees or the lingering rain, from prolonged storms pushes countless homeowners to replace their roofs. Top Roofing Contractors in Birmingham, Alabama
Global Roofing Co
4.8
33 reviews
9 Office Park Circle
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 574-4149
1018 Roofing
3.9
16 reviews
913 6th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35204
(659) 223-1484
5 Star Roofing & Restoration
4.6
57 reviews
240 Oxmoor Circle
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 518-8433
Global Roofing
4.8
33 reviews
3 Office Park Circle
Birmingham, AL 35223
(817) 366-4170
Authentic Restoration LLC
5
1 review
2007 Old Montgomery Hwy Ste B
Birmingham, AL 35244
(317) 727-4996
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Birmingham Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc
5
5 reviews
1815 Burgin Ave
Birmingham, AL 35217
(205) 322-3491
Alabama Roofing Professionals
5
66 reviews
5508 Eastcliff Industrial Blvd Ste 3
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 722-7663
Southeastern Roofing Company LLC
5
1 review
2236 Cahaba Valley Dr Ste 100
Birmingham, AL 35242
(470) 323-1462
ArcCon Roofing Company
4.9
36 reviews
5511 US 280 Ste 319
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 335-8344
CSC Roofing LLC
5
1 review
125 Citation Ct
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 942-5300
GC Systems LLC
5
1 review
1329 Inverness Cove Dr
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 552-8714
Genius Roof
4.7
15 reviews
85 Bagby Dr Ste 304
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 282-0833
Green Valley Roofing and Construction
5
1 review
25 W Oxmoor Rd Ste 5B
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 966-2006
Hinkle Roofing Products Inc
4.6
139 reviews
639 1st Ct N
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 324-8545
JTC Roofing and Restoration LLC
5
1 review
107 David Green Rd Ste E
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 407-4100
Brewer Roofing & Construction
4.9
29 reviews
2100 Southbridge Pkwy Ste 650
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 365-7014
Hyde Roofing
5
91 reviews
1 Perimeter Park South
Birmingham, AL 35243
(256) 221-5743
Quality Architectural Metal and Roofing
4.4
7 reviews
3107 2nd Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 320-7663
Birmingham Roofs LLC
4.8
23 reviews
745 Montgomery Hwy Unit 661012
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 593-4487
All-South Subcontractors Inc
4.3
6 reviews
2678 Queenstown Rd
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 836-8111
Birmingham Roof Costs Compared to Other Alabama Cities
Mobile, AL
- $3,097 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $12,415
Huntsville, AL
- $650 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,162
Montgomery, AL
- $3,698 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $19,210
Tuscaloosa, AL
- $650 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,162
Dothan, AL
- $650 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $16,162