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The average cost to replace a roof in Gainesville, Georgia is $14,887.

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$14,887 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Gainesville, GA

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Roof Replacement Cost in Gainesville, Georgia

The average cost to replace a roof in Gainesville is about $14,887. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Gainesville of 2,756 sqft (27.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $5.40 per sqft ($540/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 2,756 sqft roof (27.67 squares) in Gainesville.

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 Gainesville.

Asphalt Shingle
$5.40/sqft ($540/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$2,701
1,00010$5,402
1,50015$8,103
2,00020$10,803
2,50025$13,504
3,00030$16,205
3,50035$18,906
4,00040$21,607
4,50045$24,308
5,00050$27,008
Metal
$10.67/sqft ($1,067/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$5,334
1,00010$10,668
1,50015$16,002
2,00020$21,336
2,50025$26,670
3,00030$32,004
3,50035$37,338
4,00040$42,672
4,50045$48,006
5,00050$53,340
Designer Shingle
$7.45/sqft ($745/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,725
1,00010$7,450
1,50015$11,175
2,00020$14,900
2,50025$18,625
3,00030$22,350
3,50035$26,075
4,00040$29,800
4,50045$33,525
5,00050$37,250
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 Gainesville home.

Asphalt Shingle
$5.40/sqft ($540/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$1,621
1,000$3,241
1,500$4,862
2,000$6,482
2,500$8,103
3,000$9,723
3,500$11,344
4,000$12,964
4,500$14,585
5,000$16,205
Metal
$10.67/sqft ($1,067/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$3,307
1,000$6,614
1,500$9,921
2,000$13,228
2,500$16,535
3,000$19,842
3,500$23,149
4,000$26,457
4,500$29,764
5,000$33,071
Designer Shingle
$7.45/sqft ($745/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,272
1,000$4,544
1,500$6,817
2,000$9,089
2,500$11,361
3,000$13,633
3,500$15,906
4,000$18,178
4,500$20,450
5,000$22,722
Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Gainesville Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned41,211
Average roof size (with pitch)2,756 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 Gainesville, Georgia

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Gainesville, Georgia compared to nearby areas? In Gainesville, Georgia, roofing labor usually runs about $150 to $350 per roofing square, or roughly $40 to $80 per hour, driven higher by Lake Lanier waterfront demand, steep yards, and seasonal storm work. That is typically lower than metro Atlanta rates, but higher than smaller Hall County towns like Cleveland and Clermont.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Gainesville, Georgia's weather affect roof lifespan? Gainesville, Georgia, gets about 50 to 55 inches of rain yearly, under an inch of snow, and lake enhanced humidity and fog from Lake Lanier, with hot summer sun and UV, plus moderate winds with occasional thunderstorm or tropical gusts over 50 mph. This shortens shingle life, fuels algae and moss, and raises maintenance needs.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Gainesville, Georgia? In Gainesville, Georgia, the most common cause of roof damage is storm-related wind and hail from frequent summer thunderstorms and gusts off Lake Lanier, with heavy rain and falling limbs from the dense tree canopy accelerating shingle loss and leaks.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Gainesville, Georgia? Best time in Gainesville, Georgia is late spring, April to May, and early fall, late September to October. Milder temperatures near Lake Lanier cut humidity and afternoon storms compared with summer, helping shingles seal. Avoid peak summer heat, frequent thunderstorms and rare winter freezes.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Gainesville, Georgia? In Gainesville, Georgia, storm-related roof claims are relatively common, driven by frequent spring and summer thunderstorms producing hail and damaging winds. Proximity to Lake Lanier and the Northeast Georgia foothills can intensify storms, so local insurers see seasonal spikes after severe hail or wind events, with hail being a leading cause.
What natural disasters in Gainesville, Georgia cause the most roof replacements? In Gainesville, GA most roof replacements follow severe thunderstorms with large hail, tornadoes, and wind damage from tropical storms or hurricanes, especially Hurricane Irma in 2017. Tree falls from Gainesville’s dense oak canopy and Lake Lanier shoreline storms also drive many replacements.

Top Roofing Contractors in Gainesville, Georgia

Certified Quality Roofing

5

1 review

3931 Green Drive
Gainesville, GA 30506

(706) 289-7886

Proof Roofing

5

47 reviews

515 Liberty Park Drive
Gainesville, GA 30501

(678) 458-5232

Precision Contracting LLC

5

3 reviews

457 Dawsonville Hwy
Gainesville, GA 30501

(706) 380-6849

Skyline Contracting

5

69 reviews

412 Oak Street
Gainesville, GA 30501

(770) 530-3095

PaceRoof

4.8

23 reviews

2491 Monroe Drive
Gainesville, GA 30507

(770) 824-9988

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ProsTouch Roofing

5

13 reviews

1952 River View Drive
Gainesville, GA 30501

(770) 519-2022

EAST COAST ROOFING & SERVICES CORP

5

6 reviews

2445 Hilton Drive
Gainesville, GA 30501

(678) 971-5039

Travis Rylee Roofing

5

6 reviews

3120 The Trail Road
Gainesville, GA 30501

(706) 266-9386

TSE Commercial Roofing

5

23 reviews

100 Main Street Southwest
Gainesville, GA 30501

(470) 596-0444

Webb Brothers Roofing and Construction, LLC

5

26 reviews

4392 Spainhill Road
Gainesville, GA 30504

(678) 570-3024

Accurate Roofing Pros, LLC

4.8

41 reviews

4931 Patterson Lane
Gainesville, GA 30506

(678) 687-6413

30 Second Roof Quote

4.7

75 reviews

1215 Northeast Sherwood Park Drive
Gainesville, GA 30501

(833) 307-3266

Sailors Roofing, LLC

4.9

56 reviews

4504 Jim Hood Road
Gainesville, GA 30506

(770) 503-5674

Dyer Roofing

4

4 reviews

1200 Marler Street
Gainesville, GA 30501

(770) 534-1302

Habersham Roofing LLC

5

1 review

4994 Price Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506

(706) 768-2138

Expert Roofing llc

4

4 reviews

3656 Browns Bridge Road
Gainesville, GA 30504

(678) 485-9531

MC Superior Restoration

4.9

45 reviews

2365 Monroe Drive
Gainesville, GA 30507

(706) 612-4911

Crown Contracting

4.8

18 reviews

3771 Lakeland Road
Gainesville, GA 30506

(404) 490-2796

Shingle Savers

3.5

2 reviews

3146 Cedar Way
Gainesville, GA 30507

(678) 769-2190

Brett Hayse Exterior Specialists

5

1 review

1566 Thompson Bridge Rd
Gainesville, GA 30501

(855) 999-4562

Map of Roofing Contractors in Gainesville, Georgia

Gainesville Roof Costs Compared to Other Georgia Cities

Atlanta, GA

  • $3,709 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $18,596

Marietta, GA

  • $5,594 more expensive
  • Avg Cost: $20,481

Savannah, GA

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $14,887

Augusta, GA

  • $1,967 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,920

Lawrenceville, GA

  • $1,659 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $13,228
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.