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The average cost to replace a roof in Hartford, Connecticut is $18,527.

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$18,527 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Hartford, CT

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Roof Replacement Cost in Hartford, Connecticut

The average cost to replace a roof in Hartford is about $18,527. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Hartford of 2,441 sqft (24.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.59 per sqft ($759/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 2,441 sqft roof (24.33 squares) in Hartford.

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 Hartford.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.59/sqft ($759/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,795
1,00010$7,590
1,50015$11,385
2,00020$15,180
2,50025$18,975
3,00030$22,770
3,50035$26,565
4,00040$30,360
4,50045$34,155
5,00050$37,950
Designer Shingle
$8.50/sqft ($850/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,250
1,00010$8,500
1,50015$12,750
2,00020$16,999
2,50025$21,249
3,00030$25,499
3,50035$29,749
4,00040$33,999
4,50045$38,249
5,00050$42,498
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 Hartford home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.59/sqft ($759/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,277
1,000$4,554
1,500$6,831
2,000$9,108
2,500$11,385
3,000$13,662
3,500$15,939
4,000$18,216
4,500$20,493
5,000$22,770
Designer Shingle
$8.50/sqft ($850/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,592
1,000$5,185
1,500$7,777
2,000$10,370
2,500$12,962
3,000$15,554
3,500$18,147
4,000$20,739
4,500$23,332
5,000$25,924
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.

Hartford Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned20,106
Average roof size (with pitch)2,441 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 Hartford, Connecticut

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Hartford, Connecticut compared to nearby areas? In Hartford roofing labor generally falls between $180 and $300 per square (a 100‑sq‑ft section). That’s about a five‑to‑ten‑percent premium over small towns yet still roughly ten‑to‑twenty percent cheaper than Boston. Hourly crew rates usually hover from $40 to $75, per worker varying with permit requirements and the roof’s complexity.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Hartford, Connecticut's weather affect roof lifespan? Hartford’s Connecticut River valley climate, 45 inches of precipitation roughly 35 inches of snow frequent Nor’easter gusts and roughly 2,000 sunshine hours a year, puts roofs under constant strain. Freeze‑thaw cycles, the weight of wet snow wind‑driven uplift and the drying bite of UV light all conspire to wear down shingles shortening their lifespan unless robust materials and diligent upkeep are employed.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Hartford, Connecticut? In Hartford the leading offender for roof woes is the winter weather, especially those relentless freeze‑thaw swings that pile up ice dams after a deep snow dump or a nor’easter. Those icy barricades can yank shingles off. Usher, in leaks and the whole mess is usually amplified if the roof is already showing its age or if stray tree limbs crash down onto it.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Hartford, Connecticut? In Hartford the prime window for roof replacement stretches from spring into early autumn, roughly May through October, with May, June and September standing out as the most favorable months. During this period the weather stays mild the risk of freeze‑thaw cycles, along the Connecticut River. Storms become less frequent allowing shingles to seal securely while crews sidestep both winter ice and the intense heat of midsummer.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Hartford, Connecticut? In Hartford roof claims tied to storms surface often, especially after the region endures a Nor’easter or a bout of hard‑gale winds that rush through the Connecticut River valley. Heavy snow, ice dams and trees that crash onto the city’s Victorian and colonial rooftops account for a bulk of those filings. Add spring thunderstorms and the occasional hailstorm, to the mix and the danger level climbs higher. As a result claim numbers tend to peak during the winter months and the fickle transitional periods that bracket them.
What natural disasters in Hartford, Connecticut cause the most roof replacements? In Hartford the biggest culprits behind roof replacements are the winds and wayward branches that accompany tropical storms and hurricanes, Tropical Storm Isaias, in 2020 being a vivid illustration, combined with the relentless snow and ice dumped by Nor’easters, which can forge ice dams and in some cases bring a roof to its knees; occasional hailstorms add a further, though less frequent layer of damage. The fallen oaks and aging roofs that pepper Hartford’s neighborhoods make wind and ice the most common culprits.

Top Roofing Contractors in Hartford, Connecticut

D H Radomski Inc

4.2

10 reviews

26 Stedman Street
Hartford, CT 06114

(860) 296-3405

CT Exterior Pros

5

19 reviews

56 South Whitney Street
Hartford, CT 06106

(860) 962-6328

S & A-Sani, LLC

3.8

4 reviews

66 Chester Street
Hartford, CT 06114

(860) 418-9902

Legacy Commercial Roofing

5

1 review

475 Park Street
Hartford, CT 06106

(860) 777-5355

Allstar Metal Roofing

5

1 review

116 Park Terrace
Hartford, CT 06106

(860) 499-3796

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Nayelie Construction

5

1 review

30 Airport Road
Hartford, CT 06114

(860) 461-0546

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Hartford Roof Costs Compared to Other Connecticut Cities

Waterbury, CT

  • $1,346 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $17,181

Bridgeport, CT

  • $1,346 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $17,181

Stamford, CT

  • $5,637 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $12,890

West Hartford, CT

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $18,527

New Haven, CT

  • $3,572 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $14,955
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.