Roof replacement cost calculator
Updated September 2026
A typical 2,000-square-foot architectural asphalt roof replacement runs about $14,000 installed with one layer of tear-off — most projects land between $11,000 and $17,000. That is the calculator's default below. Across every material the full national spread is far wider ($6,000–$40,000), so the page gives you one figure to plan with and the full range for context. If you want the numbers written out as a guide instead of adjusting sliders, read how much does a new roof cost.
Roof replacement cost calculator
Start with your roof surface area, then choose the material and job conditions.
Typical cost for this job
$14,000
Most projects land in $11,200–$16,800
Full national spread for this material and tear-off: $9,500–$22,000
$475–$1,100 per square. Breakdown: one tear-off layer added; medium pitch selected, one story selected. Pitch and stories apply our own planning adjustment (×1.00) — the cited dataset documents them as cost drivers but does not publish these modifiers.
Estimate only — national installed-cost ranges are not a quote. Get at least three local roofing quotes; decking, valleys, skylights, access, region, and structural work can change the total.
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A national range is a planning number, not a price. Compare free written quotes from local roofing pros — same scope, same materials — before you commit.
Compare local roofing quotesRoofing material cost comparison
These are installed national ranges from the roofing dataset. One square equals 100 square feet; the calculator uses the per-square observations. The same ranges, expanded into a plain-language cost guide, are in how much does a new roof cost.
| Material / scope | Per square | Per sq. ft. | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Tab Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement | $300–$425–$550 | $3–$4–$6 | medium |
| Architectural (Dimensional) Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement | $375–$550–$900 | $4–$6–$9 | medium |
| Metal Roof Replacement (corrugated / standing seam, installed) | $700–$1,250–$1,800 | $7–$13–$18 | low |
| Tile Roof Replacement (concrete / clay, installed) | $700–$1,200–$2,000 | $7–$12–$20 | low |
| Flat / Low-Slope Roof Replacement (TPO or EPDM membrane, installed) | $400–$650–$1,000 | $4–$7–$10 | low |
| Roof Tear-Off & Disposal (existing roof removal, installed) | $100–$150–$200 | $1–$2–$2 | medium |
Each triplet is low–typical–high. The tear-off row is an allocation that is normally bundled into a replacement quote, not a separate roof material.
What drives the price?
- Pitch and access: steep roofs require additional safety setup and labor.
- Tear-off and layers: each existing layer adds removal and disposal work; heavier materials can cost more.
- Stories: taller homes can increase setup, handling, and access time.
- Region and labor market: national ranges hide meaningful local variation.
- Decking: damaged sheathing found after tear-off is typically an added line item.
- Complexity: valleys, dormers, skylights, penetrations, flashing, and unusual geometry increase labor.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a roof replacement cost in 2026?
- A typical 2,000-square-foot architectural asphalt replacement is about $14,000 installed with one layer of tear-off, and most projects land between roughly $11,000 and $17,000. Without tear-off the same roof is about $7,500–$18,000. Across every material in this guide the national installed spread is far wider — roughly $6,000–$40,000 for the same roof area.
- How many roofing squares do I need?
- One roofing square is 100 square feet of roof surface. Divide the roof area by 100: a 2,000-square-foot roof is 20 squares. A contractor measures the actual roof surface, which can be larger than the home's floor area because of pitch and overhangs.
- Does roof pitch change the replacement price?
- Yes. Steeper roofs generally require more fall protection, setup time, and labor. The dataset identifies pitch as a cost driver, but it does not provide a defensible national percentage modifier, so the calculator displays pitch as a qualitative factor instead of inventing one.
- Is tear-off included in the calculator?
- The calculator adds the dataset's asphalt tear-off and disposal range of $100–$200 per square for one layer when you select one or two-plus layers. Tear-off is often bundled in contractor proposals, and heavier materials can cost more to remove.
- What is not included in these roof cost estimates?
- Regional labor differences, decking replacement, structural reinforcement, insulation upgrades, permits, major flashing changes, skylights, and unusual access or complexity may be separate or vary beyond the national range. Get local written quotes before budgeting the project.
Next step: compare local quotes
The numbers above come from public cost guides. Getting two or three written quotes for the same scope is the only way to know your local price — free and no obligation.
Compare local roofing quotesSources and methodology
The figures are installed service-cost ranges, not manufacturer MSRP. The data was collected from the following sources and is marked for confidence and review status in the dataset:
- Angi - How much does roof replacement cost? (high reliability)
- Angi - How much does a tile roof cost? (high reliability)
- This Old House - Shingle roof cost (high reliability)
- This Old House - Metal roofing cost (high reliability)
- This Old House - Rubber (EPDM) roof cost (high reliability)
- Fixr - Roof replacement cost (high reliability)
- GAF - Roof cost (homeowner education) (high reliability)
- National Roofing Directory - Roof replacement cost (NRCA-aligned industry benchmarks) (medium reliability)
- Best Roofing Now - Tile roof cost (low reliability)
- BuildVision - TPO vs EPDM roofing cost (medium reliability)
- Squaredash - Roof tear-off cost (medium reliability)
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Estimate only — get local quotes. Dataset observations are national and several material categories are flagged for human review because their market ranges are broad.