How much does a roof replacement in Milwaukee cost?

Q: How much does a roof replacement cost in Milwaukee?

Most Milwaukee-area roof replacements range from about $15,750 to $21,750 depending on roof size, pitch, complexity, and the shingle system you choose.

Q: What's the typical roofing timeline around Milwaukee?

Most replacements are completed in about 1–2 days once scheduled. Extra layers, skylights, or sheathing replacement can add time—your project manager will set expectations before work begins.

Q: What drives the price the most?

Key price drivers include total roof area in squares, slope, complexity (valleys, dormers, chimneys, skylights), the number of tear-off layers, ventilation corrections, and any sheathing repairs found during tear-off.

Q: Do you offer financing?

Yes—multiple financing options are available to help keep payments comfortable. Ask during your free inspection.

In Milwaukee, replacing an asphalt-shingle roof on a ~2,500 sq ft home typically costs $13,125–$18,125 (≈ $525–$725 per square). Steeper or complex roofs—and projects with extra tear-off or decking repairs—can trend higher.

‍Lake Michigan winds, freeze/thaw cycles, and ice-dam zones around Milwaukee County make your leak-barrier and ventilation choices especially important.

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What Affects Cost

What Impacts Roof Replacement Cost?

Shingle System & Accessories

Architectural shingles, synthetic underlayment, ice & water shield, ridge/hip caps, starter, and ventilation selections all impact price and performance.

Roof Size & Pitch

More squares = more material and labor. Steeper roofs install slower and may require additional safety rigging.

Complexity

Valleys, dormers, skylights, and chimneys increase flashing/detail work and time on site.

Condition & Tear-Off

Extra layers to remove or deck repairs discovered during tear-off can shift the final number.

≈2,500 sq ft roof

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Essential

Includes:
•Architectural asphalt shingles (limited lifetime)
•Generic synthetic underlayment + generic ice & water at eaves/valleys
•Standard starter strip, hip/ridge caps & box/slant-back vents sized for Milwaukee’s freeze–thaw swings
•Full tear-off & disposal, new drip edge, neoprene or MoR pipe boots
$12,500–$17,900
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Includes:
•GAF Timberline® HDZ® shingles
•GAF Tiger Paw® synthetic underlayment
•GAF WeatherWatch® leak barrier at eaves/valleys
•GAF Pro-Start® starter; GAF TimberTex® hip & ridge
•GAF Cobra® ridge vent with balanced intake
•GAF Pivot™ Pipe Boot for long-lasting pipe-vent seals
•Eligible for enhanced GAF system coverage when requirements are met (see summary below)
$15,900–$20,900
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Includes:
•GAF Timberline® UHDZ™ premium architectural shingles
•GAF Deck-Armor® (breathable) underlayment
•GAF WeatherWatch® (or StormGuard®) leak barrier with expanded coverage at eaves, valleys, & penetrations
•GAF Pro-Start® starter + GAF TimberTex® high-profile hips for curb appeal
•GAF Cobra® ridge + intake optimization verified on-site
•New step/counter-flashing at walls/chimneys as needed; enhanced ice-dam detailing
•Eligible for GAF Presidents Club® Limited Warranty (see summary below)
$18,200–$23,400
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Note:

Pricing reflects typical Milwaukee-area asphalt-shingle installs. Your final price depends on roof size, pitch, complexity, and any deck repairs. We lock your quote after on-site inspection.

Warranty

Ridge Top Exteriors Signature Warranties

GAF Golden Pledge® Limited Warranty

Lifetime shingle & accessory coverage with up to 50 years non-prorated on materials (single-family), plus 20–30 years of manufacturer-backed workmanship depending on shingle type and system requirements. Must be installed and registered by an eligible GAF Master Elite® contractor.
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GAF President’s Club™ Limited Warranty

Lifetime term with 50 years non-prorated material coverage (single-family) and 40 years of misapplication (workmanship) coverage when the qualifying system is installed and registered by an eligible contractor. Includes covered tear-off/disposal where necessary during the Smart Choice® period.

Completed asphalt shingle roof on a Milwaukee, WI home

Ballpark Your Roof in 30 Seconds

A quick rule of thumb: roof area ≈ 1.5× your home’s finished sq ft (steeper roofs run higher). Multiply your roof area by $5–$8 per sq ft for a fast asphalt-shingle ballpark. This is not a quote—use our Instant Estimate Tool and we’ll verify on site.

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What Could Change Your Final Price

Wood Replacement: Swap soft/rotten OSB or plywood sheathing as needed (priced per sheet). Only performed if discovered and approved during tear-off.

Underlayment & Ice/Water Shield: Underlayment type (standard vs. premium) and the amount of leak-barrier used at eaves, valleys, and penetrations vary by exposure and code—more protection can add cost but boosts durability.

Flashing upgrades: Chimneys, skylights, and wall tie-ins may need new step/counter-flashing or custom metal work to stay watertight.

Ventilation corrections: Balancing soffit intake with ridge/roof exhaust helps shingle life and can protect warranties; we size components based on your attic airflow.

Detached structures: Garages/porches add area and transitions. Tight access (fences, alleys, limited staging) can require manual haul-off and affect dumpster placement.

Asphalt shingle system diagram with leak barrier, synthetic underlayment, ridge caps, and roof ventilation

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At Ridge Top Exteriors, we value feedback and aim for 5-star experiences—whether you’re in Wauwatosa, Bay View, Glendale, West Allis, Shorewood, Brookfield, or Oak Creek.

Jacob

Wyatt communicated well after a recent snow storm caused a reschedule for an estimate. On some siding damage. Very easy to work with

Carol

Brian and his company has done major work in our community. Brian has been extremely responsive and helpful and I would recommend Ridge Top.

Angel

Tim, Gary, and Vic are awesome. My roof is beautiful. The crew was very professional and did I mention my roof is beautiful? I'm very happy with the final results.

Patty

Ridgetop did our hail storm repairs. For this siding review, I appreciated the Expediter’s communication on supply and dumpster deliveries along with crew times or follow up tasks. We are very happy with how the project turned out from colors to install.

Darla

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Judith

I’m grateful to the team at Ridge Top Exteriors for the excellent job they did re-roofing my house. My Project Manager, Steve Dulock, was unfailingly helpful, professional, and knowledgeable from start to finish. It turned out there were more problems with the old roof than were apparent on the surface. Steve, Tim, and Vic all went the extra mile to make sure everything was fixed properly. I appreciated how well they communicated with me, answered all my questions, and helped me make some decisions. The roofing crew were adept, worked quickly, and were respectful of my property. I have already recommended this company to a couple of my neighbors. They did outstanding work and were a pleasure to deal with.

Dylan

They did a great job with the siding

Dawn

Victor and Marilyn were absolutely incredible and earned our business forever. They were polite, knowledgeable, helpful and masters at their craft.

Kevin

Jon, from Ridge Top Exteriors was very professional and prompt in regards to our roofing needs. We had missing shingles from a wind storm. Not only did he replace the shingles, he did a full inspection of the entire roof and found several other areas that needed attention that I was not aware of. Thank you very much. Jon gets a 5 star rating out of 5.

Arnold

Chris Miles was my Project manager. He was helpful in estimating materials and cost factors and very pleasant to work with. Tim Gross the job foreman was very knowledgeable and quality oriented. He was great at keeping us informed of the progress every step of the job. The job ran quickly and smoothly start to finish with great quality of workmanship. I am very satisfied with the finished product and how clean the jobsite was after all work was completed.

Mark

Robert, Kevin, and Ridgetop did a good job of guiding us through the whole claims process and the process to get the work done. Kevin also was communicative with us advising us as to when things would be appearing and crews showing up. Then Kevin on his walk through spotted things needing to be addressed including further cleanup and other things regarding the actual work. Also the work crews were polite and worked with us to minimize disruption to our routines. Our house after the repairs looks even better than it did when it was brand new! In short I heartily recommend Ridgetop Exteriors.

virgil

Replaced entire roof. Great job.

Lydia

Communication was key. Zach Baker was great.

Mike

Got all new roof, gutters, and siding, and all were awesome. Loved working with Ridgetop through the whole process, super easy to work with and the results are amazing. Shout out to Stefani, Daniel, Mitch, and Kevin. All working different roles and making the whole process run smooth. Kevin stayed on top of everything while work was going and made sure all the fine details were taken care of after, which is very much appreciated.

Sheila

Window replacement. Very friendly and professional. Knew how to do the job and did not leave a mess. Completed the installation in a great time frame. First photo was before and the second is after. Love the new windows.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roof Pricing FAQs

How much does a roof replacement cost in Milwaukee?

For ~3,000 sq ft, expect $15,750–$21,750 (≈ $525–$725 per square). Larger/steeper roofs or added deck work can push higher.

What’s the typical roofing timeline around Milwaukee?

Most replacements are 1–2 days once scheduled. Extra layers, skylights, or sheathing replacement can add time—we’ll set expectations before we start.

What drives the price the most?

Squares (area), slope, complexity (valleys/dormers/chimneys/skylights), the number of tear-off layers, ventilation corrections, and any sheathing repairs.

Do you handle skylights and chimney flashing?

Yes. We evaluate all penetrations and flashing during inspection and include needed upgrades in your written scope.

Are estimates free?

Yes—your inspection and detailed written estimate are always free.

What warranties can I choose?

Standard manufacturer material coverage plus Ridge Top workmanship protection, with optional enhanced GAF system warranties when eligible. Your project manager will review terms and transferability.

Do you offer financing?

Yes—multiple options to keep payments comfortable. Ask during your free inspection.

How do I keep my new roof performing?

Join RoofCare+ for scheduled tune-ups, priority service after storms, 15% off repairs/upgrades, and added workmanship protection while active.

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