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How much does a roof replacement cost in West Des Moines, IA?

Regionally adjustedUpdated Prices checked October 20262 sources

In West Des Moines, a roof replacement typically runs $7,220 to $13,480, about $9,630 for a typical job. That is the US national range from Fixr ($7,500 to $14,000) adjusted by the West North Central factor of 0.96 from the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report. Checked October 2026.

Adjusted for the West North Central region

Low
$7,220
Typical
$9,630
High
$13,480

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Roof replacement cost in West Des Moines, IA

Each row says exactly what the figures are and where they come from.

Roof replacement cost in West Des Moines, IA
EstimateLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
West North Central estimate$7,220$9,630$13,480National range × 0.96: the West North Central / national cost ratio for “Roofing Replacement | Asphalt Shingles” ($30,693 vs $31,871) in the 2025 Cost vs. Value ReportOctober 2026
US national range$7,500$10,000$14,000Per project: asphalt shingles on a 1,700 sq ft home (about 2,000 sq ft of roof) (Fixr)October 2026

Roof replacement cost by type or size

US national figures in USD, as published by each source.

Roof replacement cost by type or size
Type or sizePrice (USD)Source
Slate roof$20,000 to $60,000Fixr
Copper roof$30,000 to $60,000Fixr

What drives the cost of a roof replacement

  1. Roof size

    Contractors price by the square foot, about $3.75 to $11 and $4.75 on average.

  2. Material

    Asphalt shingles average about $10,000; slate and copper run $20,000 to $60,000.

  3. Pitch and shape

    Hips, valleys, dormers and steep pitches add labor; a steep pitch can add $1,000 to $3,000.

  4. Tear-off and disposal

    Removal averages about $50 per square (100 sq ft), up to $150 for heavy materials.

  5. Decking repairs

    Rotten or damaged decking found during tear-off costs $2 to $8 per sq ft to replace.

  6. Local labor and code

    Labor is roughly 40% to 60% of the total; fire-, wind- or impact-rated codes can add more.

Permits and what's included in West Des Moines

Permit note

Re-roofing usually needs a building permit. Permits typically cost $100 to $500, and strict fire-, wind- or impact-resistance codes can add more in some areas.

Rules are set locally; confirm with West Des Moines’s building department.

What’s usually included

  • Removal of the old roof
  • Underlayment and standard roofing felt
  • Installation of the new roof covering
  • Manufacturer and workmanship warranties (terms vary by contractor)

Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.

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Top-ranked roofers in West Des Moines

The top 3 of 256 roofers we rank for West Des Moines, IA, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.

  1. #1
    Walter Roofing - Des Moines
    CR Score 675.0from 388 Google reviews
  2. #2
    Recon Roofing & Construction
    CR Score 674.9from 567 Google reviews
  3. #3
    Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Solar
    CR Score 664.8from 619 Google reviews

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Roof replacement cost in West Des Moines: questions

How much does a roof replacement cost in West Des Moines, IA?

In West Des Moines, a roof replacement typically runs $7,220 to $13,480, about $9,630 for a typical job. That is the US national range from Fixr ($7,500 to $14,000) adjusted by the West North Central factor of 0.96 from the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report. Checked October 2026.

Why is the West Des Moines price different from the national price?

The 2025 Cost vs. Value Report puts the “Roofing Replacement | Asphalt Shingles” project at $30,693 in the West North Central division against $31,871 nationally, a factor of 0.96. We apply that factor to the national range. It is a division-level adjustment, not a West Des Moines price survey.

Do I need a permit for a roof replacement in West Des Moines?

Re-roofing usually needs a building permit. Permits typically cost $100 to $500, and strict fire-, wind- or impact-resistance codes can add more in some areas. Rules are set locally, so confirm with West Des Moines’s building department.

What affects the cost of a roof replacement?

Roof size: contractors price by the square foot, about $3.75 to $11 and $4.75 on average. Material: asphalt shingles average about $10,000; slate and copper run $20,000 to $60,000. Pitch and shape: hips, valleys, dormers and steep pitches add labor; a steep pitch can add $1,000 to $3,000. Tear-off and disposal: removal averages about $50 per square (100 sq ft), up to $150 for heavy materials.

How many roofers serve West Des Moines?

We rank 256 roofers for West Des Moines, IA by CR Score. Get at least three written quotes for the same scope.

What is usually included in the price?

Removal of the old roof; Underlayment and standard roofing felt; Installation of the new roof covering; Manufacturer and workmanship warranties (terms vary by contractor). Always get the scope in writing on the quote.

Sources

Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.

  1. Fixr: Roof replacement cost · page updated February 4, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; basis; drivers; permit.
  2. HomeAdvisor: Roof replacement cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Used for: Cross-check: normal range $5,903 to $13,378, average $9,609 (customer-reported projects); pitch driver.
  3. Journal of Light Construction: 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, West North Central division · checked October 2026Used for: Regional factor 0.96 for “Roofing Replacement | Asphalt Shingles”.
These are published estimates with a documented regional adjustment, checked October 2026. They are not quotes. Typical range shown: $7,220 to $13,480. Editorial policy

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