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The average cost to replace a roof in Wausau, Wisconsin is $16,527.

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$16,527 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Wausau, WI

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Roof Replacement Cost in Wausau, Wisconsin

The average cost to replace a roof in Wausau is about $16,527. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Wausau of 2,399 sqft (24.00 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.89 per sqft ($689/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 2,399 sqft roof (24.00 squares) in Wausau.

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 Wausau.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.89/sqft ($689/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$3,445
1,00010$6,889
1,50015$10,334
2,00020$13,778
2,50025$17,223
3,00030$20,667
3,50035$24,112
4,00040$27,556
4,50045$31,001
5,00050$34,446
Designer Shingle
$8.53/sqft ($853/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$4,265
1,00010$8,530
1,50015$12,795
2,00020$17,060
2,50025$21,325
3,00030$25,590
3,50035$29,855
4,00040$34,120
4,50045$38,385
5,00050$42,651
Metal
$16.31/sqft ($1,631/square)
SQFTSQUARESCOST
5005$8,153
1,00010$16,305
1,50015$24,458
2,00020$32,611
2,50025$40,763
3,00030$48,916
3,50035$57,068
4,00040$65,221
4,50045$73,374
5,00050$81,526
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 Wausau home.

Asphalt Shingle
$6.89/sqft ($689/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,067
1,000$4,133
1,500$6,200
2,000$8,267
2,500$10,334
3,000$12,400
3,500$14,467
4,000$16,534
4,500$18,601
5,000$20,667
Designer Shingle
$8.53/sqft ($853/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$2,602
1,000$5,203
1,500$7,805
2,000$10,407
2,500$13,008
3,000$15,610
3,500$18,212
4,000$20,813
4,500$23,415
5,000$26,017
Metal
$16.31/sqft ($1,631/square)
SQFTVALUE ADDED
500$5,055
1,000$10,109
1,500$15,164
2,000$20,219
2,500$25,273
3,000$30,328
3,500$35,382
4,000$40,437
4,500$45,492
5,000$50,546
Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Wausau Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned27,648
Average roof size (with pitch)2,399 Square Feet
Average roof slope4/12 Pitch or 18.43 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 Wausau, Wisconsin

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Wausau, Wisconsin compared to nearby areas? In Wausau the labor charge for laying asphalt shingles generally sits between $2.50 and $4.50 per foot, about $40 to $75 an hour, largely because the Rib Mountain area endures harsh winters and hefty snow loads. A short trip to smaller towns like Marshfield or Wisconsin Rapids often yields rates five to ten percent lower whereas larger hubs such, as Madison and Green Bay usually run five to fifteen percent higher.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Wausau, Wisconsin's weather affect roof lifespan? Wausaus weather cuts short the life of roofs. The area receives 30 inches of rain and roughly 50 inches of snow each year and repeated freeze‑thaw cycles and winter ice dams add further stress. Seasonal gusty winds pry shingles loose while the modest winter sun slows the drying process. The upshot is accelerated shingle wear, trapped moisture and a maintenance burden that exceeds that of Wisconsin.
What is the most common cause of roof damage in Wausau, Wisconsin? In Wausau most roof damage begins with the winter snowfall and the ice dams it produces and it’s aggravated when attic insulation and ventilation are insufficient letting meltwater refreeze at the eaves and seep beneath the shingles.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Wausau, Wisconsin? The prime window for a roof replacement in Wausau, Wisconsin falls between late May and early September, those months when the Rib Mountain area and the Wisconsin River valley generally cling to temperatures above about 40 °F the weather leans toward drier days and the threat of early snow or the pernicious freeze‑thaw cycles that gnaw at shingles is, at its lowest.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Wausau, Wisconsin? Wausau, nestled along the Wisconsin River near Rib Mountain sees a stream of roof claims tied to the weather, hail and gusty winds in the spring and summer and ice‑dam formation plus the heavy load of deep snow, in winter, with the number of claims jumping sharply after major storms or big snowfalls.
What natural disasters in Wausau, Wisconsin cause the most roof replacements? In Wausau roof replacements usually follow the fallout of wind‑and‑hail storms the weight of deep snow and ice that leads to ice‑dam failures during long freezes trees toppled by summer squalls and the spring surge of the Wisconsin River when rapid meltwater swells its banks. The area’s harsh winters keep ice‑dam and snow‑load damage a frequent recurring problem.

Top Roofing Contractors in Wausau, Wisconsin

A-Rite Construction

5

1 review

4202 County Road WW
Wausau, WI 54401

(715) 551-2239

Trantow Roofing & Construction

5

1 review

167380 State Highway 52
Wausau, WI 54403

(715) 581-8150

Badger Roofing of Wisconsin

5

1 review

158066 East Hamilton Street
Wausau, WI 54403

(715) 845-3500

Complete Service Painting And Construction

5

1 review

3205 Maple Creek Drive
Wausau, WI 54401

(715) 571-2614

Epic Contractors

5

1 review

235 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403

(715) 870-1718

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CWCustomExteriors.Com Roofing Specialists

5

1 review

143789 Packer Drive
Wausau, WI 54401

(715) 870-1892

Wausau Roofing & Siding LLC

5

1 review

1612 North 3rd Avenue
Wausau, WI 54401

(715) 571-9229

Traska Roofing & Ventilation

5

1 review

2901 Sell Street
Wausau, WI 54403

(715) 845-7578

Neil Berens Construction LLC

5

1 review

Wausau, WI 54403

(715) 849-3031

Ingersol Construction

5

1 review

220 West Rainbow Lane
Wausau, WI 54401

(715) 574-6354

Rock & Tait Exteriors LLC

5

1 review

835 South 66th Avenue
Wausau, WI 54401

(715) 203-8894

B & D Home Improvement Services

5

1 review

1110 North 6th Street
Wausau, WI 54403

(715) 848-1710

Badger Roofing Of Wisconsin

5

1 review

Wausau, WI 54401

Just Build It Construction, LLC

5

1 review

8507 Townline Road
Wausau, WI 54403

(715) 581-3120

Ken Bauer Construction LLC

5

1 review

804 South 84th Avenue
Wausau, WI 54401

(715) 842-3722

Map of Roofing Contractors in Wausau, Wisconsin

Wausau Roof Costs Compared to Other Wisconsin Cities

Milwaukee, WI

  • $4,979 less expensive
  • Avg Cost: $11,548

Green Bay, WI

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,527

Madison, WI

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,527

Appleton, WI

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,527

Racine, WI

  • About the same
  • Avg Cost: $16,527
Relative costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.