Roof Replacement Cost Calculator
Enter your home's size and roof pitch to see a published national cost range for an asphalt shingle roof replacement. For metal roofing, see the Metal Roof Cost Calculator.
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National ranges as of June 2026. Sources: This Old House, Bill Ragan Roofing, Clean Roofing. Includes materials and labor. Does not include permit fees, decking repair, or chimney/flashing work.
These Numbers Are a Starting Point
Roofing costs vary more than almost any other home improvement. A $10,000 job in a mid-size Midwest city can cost $15,000–$16,000 for identical work in a major coastal metro. The only way to know your actual cost is to get multiple itemized bids from licensed, insured contractors in your area.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Based on nationally published data as of June 2026, most homeowners pay between $5,800 and $17,000 for a standard asphalt shingle roof replacement, with a national average around $9,500–$10,250 for a typical single-family home. Costs vary significantly by region, roof size, pitch, and material selected.
Cost scales roughly with roof area in squares (1 square = 100 sq ft of surface). Larger roofs cost more in total but sometimes slightly less per square because mobilization and setup costs are spread over more area. Use the roofing calculator on this site to convert your home's footprint to squares.
Yes. Steep roofs (above 6/12) require safety equipment and take longer to work on. Labor premiums for steep pitches typically add 15–30% to the base labor cost. This calculator includes a pitch complexity factor to reflect that.
A full replacement typically includes: tear-off and disposal of existing shingles, new decking repair if needed, synthetic or felt underlayment, starter strip, new shingles, ridge cap, step flashing, drip edge, and labor. Always confirm what is and is not included in writing before signing a contract.
If your roof is less than 15 years old and the damage is isolated to one area, repair is usually more cost-effective. If your roof is 20+ years old, has widespread granule loss, multiple leaks, or damaged decking, a full replacement is usually the better long-term value. A licensed roofing contractor can give you a professional assessment.