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Boston sits in a humid continental climate (Köppen: Dfa).
Cold winters. Snow loads. Ice dams. Hot summers. This is a roof torture chamber. Freeze–thaw cycles destroy shingles. Ice dams force water under flashing. Heavy snow stresses rafters. Wind during nor’easters pulls shingles. Humidity grows algae and moss. Boston roofs rarely hit their “warranty years.”
12–18 years.
20–30 years.
40–60 years.
75–100 years, but fasteners fail first.
| Roofing Type | Cost per Square | 2,000 sq ft Roof |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Tab Asphalt | $550–$750 | $11,000–$15,000 |
| Architectural Asphalt | $750–$1,050 | $15,000–$21,000 |
| Metal Roofing | $1,400–$2,200 | $28,000–$44,000 |
| Slate Repair/Replace | $2,000+ | $40,000–$70,000+ |
Anything way cheaper means corners are being sliced off.
MA requires:
HIC Registration
Construction Supervisor License (CSL) if structural work is included
Insurance
Boston requires a roofing permit — no exceptions.
No permit = problems during sale, refinance, or insurance claims.
Ice dams punish small mistakes
Snowmelt penetrates gaps
Winter installs turn brittle
Code enforcement here is strict
Insurance hates homeowner installs
I’ve seen DIY tear-offs freeze mid-job. Nightmare.
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