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How Much Does Roof Replacement Cost?
Most U.S. homeowners spend $8,000–$30,000 on a full roof replacement in 2026. The final number comes down to five variables: square footage, roof pitch, material, tear-off complexity, and regional labor rates.
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Average Cost by Material
These ranges cover typical 1,800–2,200 sq ft homes with a standard tear-off. High-pitch or multi-story roofs add 15–30%.
- • 3-tab asphalt shingles: $6,000–$12,000
- • Architectural asphalt shingles: $10,000–$18,000
- • Standing seam metal: $18,000–$40,000
- • Concrete tile: $20,000–$45,000
- • Slate: $30,000–$75,000+
- • Cedar shake: $16,000–$32,000
What Drives the Final Number
Two roofs of the same size can quote 40% apart. Here's why.
- • Pitch: Anything above 8/12 requires safety gear and slows the crew
- • Layers to tear off: 2 layers doubles disposal fees
- • Deck repair: Rotten sheathing is billed per sheet, often after tear-off
- • Flashing, chimneys, skylights: Each adds $200–$1,500
- • Regional labor: California and the Northeast run 20–40% above national average
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Ask every contractor to itemize: material brand and warranty, underlayment type, ice-and-water shield coverage, ridge/soffit ventilation, drip edge, and disposal. A cheap quote missing any of these usually costs more once change orders hit.
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