Yakima Roof Replacement Costs
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55,881 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Yakima, WA
$16,460 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Yakima, WA
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Roof Replacement Cost in Yakima, Washington
The average cost to replace a roof in Yakima is about $16,460. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Yakima of 2,456 sqft (24.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.70 per sqft ($670/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 2,456 sqft roof (24.67 squares) in Yakima.
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 Yakima.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,351 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,702 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $10,053 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $13,404 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $16,755 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $20,106 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $23,457 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $26,808 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $30,159 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $33,510 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $6,928 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $13,856 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $20,784 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $27,712 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $34,640 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $41,568 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $48,496 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $55,424 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $62,352 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $69,280 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $7,689 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $15,378 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $23,067 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $30,756 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $38,445 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $46,134 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $53,823 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $61,512 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $69,201 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $76,890 |
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 Yakima home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,011 |
| 1,000 | $4,021 |
| 1,500 | $6,032 |
| 2,000 | $8,042 |
| 2,500 | $10,053 |
| 3,000 | $12,064 |
| 3,500 | $14,074 |
| 4,000 | $16,085 |
| 4,500 | $18,095 |
| 5,000 | $20,106 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $3,949 |
| 1,000 | $7,898 |
| 1,500 | $11,847 |
| 2,000 | $15,796 |
| 2,500 | $19,745 |
| 3,000 | $23,694 |
| 3,500 | $27,643 |
| 4,000 | $31,592 |
| 4,500 | $35,541 |
| 5,000 | $39,490 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $4,767 |
| 1,000 | $9,534 |
| 1,500 | $14,302 |
| 2,000 | $19,069 |
| 2,500 | $23,836 |
| 3,000 | $28,603 |
| 3,500 | $33,370 |
| 4,000 | $38,138 |
| 4,500 | $42,905 |
| 5,000 | $47,672 |
Yakima Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 55,881 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 2,456 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Yakima, Washington
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Yakima, Washington compared to nearby areas?
In Yakima roofing labor usually comes in about 10‑30 % below the rates seen in the Puget Sound metro area, in the ballpark of $35‑$55 per hour or $150‑$250 per roofing square for a standard asphalt job. That makes it a shade cheaper than the Tri‑Cities and roughly comparable to or a touch lower, than, Spokane thanks to lower overhead and a competitive local market.Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Yakima, Washington's weather affect roof lifespan?
In Yakima a semi‑arid setting that squeezes about eight to ten inches of rain and roughly six inches of snow out of the year bathed in abundant sunshine and punctuated by occasional fierce gusts asphalt roofing faces a relentless UV‑ and heat‑driven aging. The dry air keeps moss. Rot at bay yet it also makes the material more brittle forces it through continual thermal cycling and sometimes lets the wind lift it. As a result roofs there often outlast their Puget Sound counterparts but they succumb more quickly to sun‑and‑heat‑related wear.What is the most common cause of roof damage in Yakima, Washington?
In Yakima the wind that sweeps through spring and summer, often bringing hail and orchard debris, is the leading cause of roof damage, lifting and cracking shingles. At the time the intense sun and bone‑dry summers accelerate UV and thermal aging, on older asphalt roofs.What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Yakima, Washington?
In Yakima and the Yakima Valley the window for a roof replacement lands in the dry warm stretch that follows the spring thaw, generally June through September. July and August emerge as the peak months delivering the dependable low‑humidity, sun‑filled days thanks, to the Cascades’ rain shadow. It’s prudent to steer clear of winter freezes spring runoff and the lingering rains of fall.Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Yakima, Washington?
The rain‑shadow that blankets Yakima keeps storm‑related roof claims at a rate than the wet western Washington but they’re not absent; the semi‑arid summer can still hurl hail and gusty winds and winter snow on the surrounding elevations often damages roofs. As a result a modest handful of claims surface each year with pronounced spikes, after severe hail or wind episodes.What natural disasters in Yakima, Washington cause the most roof replacements?
In the orchard‑rich Yakima Valley roof replacements are usually prompted by canyon and valley windstorms that yank shingles loose regional wildfires and stray embers that scorch roofing and the heavy snow or ice loads of winter. The 2021 Pacific Northwest heat dome also accelerated the failure of asphalt shingles.Top Roofing Contractors in Yakima, Washington
Safe Roofing & Construction LLC
5
1 review
121 Schlagel Rd
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 307-0955
State Wide Contracting LLC
4.9
55 reviews
1111 N 1st St Ste 2
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 985-1339
Integrity Roofing and Construction Services LLC
4.5
22 reviews
1101 West Madison Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 895-9864
Greystone Exteriors
4.8
58 reviews
6819 Easy Street
Yakima, WA 98903
(509) 759-5939
Superior Roofing LLC
4.6
10 reviews
608 North 20th Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 452-0676
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Balcon Roofing LLC
5
19 reviews
617 South 9th Street
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 713-0513
M G Wagner Co Inc Roofing
4.5
6 reviews
1401 Hathaway Street
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 575-0934
Central Guaranteed Roofing
5
5 reviews
1009 South 5th Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
Nano Construction
5
7 reviews
1313 Pleasant Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 930-5803
Peaks and Valley LLC Roofing
5
1 review
4511 Bell Road
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 506-0326
All Weather Roofing of Yakima
3.5
2 reviews
412 South 58th Avenue
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-4041
New Castle Systems, LLC
5
4 reviews
503 North 21st Avenue
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 941-8952
Heether Construction LLC
5
1 review
521 Loranger Lane
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 575-0423
G & H Roofing Inc
3
4 reviews
406 South 56th Avenue
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-9371
A&L Ramirez Roofing
5
1 review
201 South 8th Street
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 945-0763
Roof God INC.
5
1 review
303 North 24th Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 906-2134
Kevin Bergin Roofing LLC
5
1 review
Yakima, WA 98909
(509) 949-8182

Yakima Roof Costs Compared to Other Washington Cities
Seattle, WA
- $4,969 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $21,429
Spokane, WA
- $736 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $17,196
Tacoma, WA
- $3,893 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $12,567
Vancouver, WA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $16,460
Olympia, WA
- $3,351 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $13,109