What Can I Expect to Pay For a New Roof?

Roofs are not something most people spend much time thinking of unless they know a major, severe storm - with large hail or strong winds - is going to hit their area, or there is some indication they may be needing a new roof.  Either scenario is not pleasant.

Additionally, living in North Texas seems to give us more of an opportunity than most to contemplate these happenings.  Texas leads the nation in severe storms, and that leads to an average of 300,000 roofs in Texas being replaced annually.

So, if you're one of those who know you are in the market for a new roof, you're probably wanting a ballpark figure of what you can expect to pay.  Keep in mind, a ballpark figure is only that.  There are a lot of variables that go into the price of replacing a roof.  That being said, here is the ballpark figure of the cost to replace a roof:


Average Cost to Replace a Roof per House Size

House by Square Foot	Roof by Square Foot	Re-Roofing Cost*
1,000	1,054	$4,000 - $5,500
1,100	1,160	$4,200 - $6,000
1,200	1,265	$4,500 - $6,500
1,500	1,581	$5,500 - $8,000
1,600	1,687	$6,000 - $8,500
1,700	1,792	$6,500 - $9,000
1,800	1,897	$6,700 - $9,500
1,900	2,003	$7,000 - $10,000
2,000	2,108	$7,400 - $10,500
2,500	2,635	$9,000 - $13,000
3,000	3,162	$11,200 - $16,000

*The rates are based on the total to install architectural shingles ($350 to $500 per square) for a pitch of 4/12 on a single-story home.

You'll notice that these estimates are for a single-story home with a pitch of 4/12.  You should also be aware that the square footage will not match the square footage of your home as the roof has overhangs.

Other factors that determine cost are:

• Pitch (how steep your roof is)
• Number of slopes (See different roof styles below)
• How your roofing is installed on your deck
• Products and supplies
• Layers
• Code requirements
• Skylights, chimneys, or other features

After the roofing contractor examines your roof, they will know what problem areas exist, and these could further drive up the costs.  These could include:

• Substrate or deck damage
• Difficult removal due to previous installation
• Removing excess layers
• Leaking chimney or skylight flashing
• Pitch 

Ranch Style - Simple.  Less expensive.

Colonial Style - Has a few slopes, but not that hard.  A little more expensive.

Tudor: Has many slopes and eaves and can be troublesome, so it's expensive when compared to other types.

• Pooling water
• Gutter damage
• Fascia and soffit damage

Additionally, these estimates also do not include the cost to tear off the old roof.  Most professionals will include the cost of removal with the cost of the roof replacement project as it will be part of the roof replacement process.  This rate fluctuates depending on material, location, difficulty, and workload.  Tearing off an old roof is one of the hardest parts of replacing a roof.


Cost to Tear Off a Roof

The average cost of removing an old roof is $1 to $5 per square foot which translates to an average of approximately $1,000 to $1,500. If the contractor charges by the hour, it can run from $40 to $80 per hour.  Additionally, if the contractor finds rotting timbers or that your roof will need new supports for a heavier roofing material, you can expect to pay an extra $1,000 to $10,000, depending on what sort of repair or reinforcement it requires.

The average roof replacement quote is 40% supplies/materials and 60% labor.

A reputable roofing contractor will be happy to sit down with you and go over all of their findings as well as their proposal for replacing your roof.  They will also be able to answer any questions and give you a timeline for completion of each segment of the project.

Lowry Roofing Co would be happy to give you a Free inspection/estimate if you think you might be one of those in the market for a new roof.  Call (469) 412-4364.