Hi, I’m Curt from Property Revolution where we specialize in roofing, siding, decks, and fences for your home or business. In this article, we’ll look at how we can help you get a quick estimate for the cost of a roof replacement. A new roof is a big investment, so let’s explore the key factors that influence the overall cost, and how to create a budget for your roofing project.
There are three primary factors that can impact the cost. Firstly, the materials that are used. Then the complexity, and pitch of the roof. And third, any underlying or additional issues that need to be considered. Let’s break it down.
1. Choice of Materials: The first factor to consider is the type of roofing material you opt for. Most commonly, roof replacements involve dimensional shingles. For instance, GAF’s HDZ shingle is the bestseller in the country and offers a wide range of color options. This is typically our starting point here at Property Revolution. Additionally, there are upgraded shingle options with varying performance characteristics, such as Atlas’ Storm Master Shake. Beyond shingles, you may also explore designer shingles or even metal roofing. Your choice of material significantly influences the overall cost, and we’ll delve into that shortly.
2. Complexity and Roof Pitch: The second factor is the complexity and pitch of your roof. A simple, low-pitched roof with a basic rectangular shape will typically fall on the lower end of the price spectrum because it’s a straightforward project. Conversely, a steep roof with a more intricate design will incur higher costs due to the added complexity involved.
3. Underlying Issues: The third factor to consider is any underlying or additional issues that may need attention during the roof replacement. In many cases, older homes may have layers of previous roofing materials that need to be removed, increasing labor and disposal costs. Water damage or the need for new roof decking, can also impact the overall expense. Features like skylights and chimneys can introduce additional complexities.
To get an exact price, we would send one of our project consultant experts out to your home for a complimentary assessment. While we can often provide on-the-spot quotes, our focus today is on helping you establish an approximate roof replacement budget for your home or business.
One convenient way to get a ballpark figure is by visiting our “Instant Roof Estimator” page. This interactive tool allows you to outline your house’s footprint, answer a few questions, and receive an approximate estimate with various shingle options. It’s an excellent tool for getting a preliminary budget idea.
Another little tool that I like you’ll find is at calculator.net. You’ll find a chart to convert the square footage of your house’s base to the roof’s square footage. So, if your house has a basic pitch, you’ll then convert the square footage of the house using the guide there. Let’s say the house is 1200 sq ft. We would take 1200 times 1.054, which equals 1265. Round that up to 1300 sq ft just to be safe. So that 1300 number is the approximate square footage of the surface of the roof. Shingle roofing is going to range from $5 to $8 per square foot, depending on complexity and other factors. For a more basic home, take that 1300 sq ft number times $5 which equals $6,500. So, $6,500 is approximately what that roof would cost. Again, there are some other factors that we would need to consider, such as second layers, if there’s a chimney in the house, or any skylights. But this would be a good budget number to keep in mind when you’re thinking about your roof. If your roof is more complex or steep, or you think there might be additional layers of old shingles underneath, use the $7 or $8 figure to figure out a budget estimate.
Metal roofing is going to run $8 to $12 dollars per square foot. We could do a whole separate article on the different types of metal roofs, and the pros and cons for each one. You can see videos on our website as well discussing the topics covered here. But you can estimate a metal roof budget number by taking 1300 sq ft times say $10 per square foot to be in the middle, we’re going to say $13,000 would be a good budget to keep in mind for replacing a roof like this example, with a metal roof. Again, these are rough numbers to help you know approximately what you’re looking at. If you want an exact number, we’d be happy to send an expert out to your home. They would do an assessment, check for the additional items that might be a concern, measure out the roof, look at all the factors that need to be considered, and we can usually do an exact quote for you on the spot.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us directly.