Roof Replacement · National
$8,500 – $17,000
Typical range for most projects
What to know first
- 01Roofers price by the square, which is 100 square feet of roof.
- 02Steep or multi-level roofs need extra safety setup.
- 03Rotten decking is only found after tear-off, so keep a contingency.
- 04Metal and tile roofs cost two to three times more than shingles.
Cost by material
| Material | Installed per square |
|---|---|
| Asphalt shingle | $450 – $750 |
| Standing seam metal | $1,000 – $1,800 |
| Concrete or clay tile | $1,000 – $2,200 |
| Flat roof membrane | $600 – $1,100 |
What moves the price
01
Pitch and stories
Steep slopes and two-story eaves slow the crew and need more safety equipment.
02
Tear-off and disposal
Removing more than one existing layer adds labor and dumpster fees.
03
Decking and flashing
Replacing soft decking and redoing chimney or wall flashing is common on older homes.
04
Permits and inspections
Most cities require a permit when work touches structure, plumbing, electrical, gas, or the roof deck. Permit fees are usually a small share of the budget, but inspection dates set the pace of the job, so book them into the schedule from day one.
How the ranges are built
These are planning ranges from the Jacob Pro project desk, based on the scopes we price most often. Use them to budget before a site visit. The written estimate a crew lead gives you after seeing the job is the number to plan around.
Questions homeowners ask
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most homes are done in one to three days, weather permitting.
Can new shingles go over old ones?
Some codes allow one overlay, but a tear-off lets the crew inspect and repair the deck.
Ready for a real number?
A crew lead walks the job and gives you a written estimate. No cost, no obligation.
About the author
Jacob Pro Project DeskEstimating and permitting team
The project desk scopes every Jacob Pro job before a crew is scheduled. The team writes these guides from the estimates, permit files, and closeout reports it handles every week, so homeowners can plan with the same questions our estimators ask.