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Roof Replacement Cost and Local Roofing Options
Published September 24, 2026 · Last updated October 1, 2026
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The short answer
A new roof costs about $9,609 on average. The size of your roof and what it's made of matter most. Steep roofs cost more too.
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Roofing snapshot
- National average
- $9,609
- Lowest cost material
- Asphalt shingles
- Costs more
- Metal, tile and slate
- Biggest price movers
- Roof size, material, how steep it is
Source: Angi, 2026.
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What affects your roofing price
Price range
The average roof replacement costs about $9,609. Asphalt shingles cost the least. Metal, tile and slate cost a lot more. Not a quote or an offer. Your price comes from the roofer. Source: Angi, 2026.
What moves the number
- Roof size. Roofers price by the "square." One square is 100 square feet of roof.
- Material. Asphalt shingles are the most common and cost the least. Metal lasts longer but costs more up front.
- How steep it is. Steep roofs are harder and slower to work on, so labor costs more.
- Tearing off the old roof. Removing old layers and renting a dumpster adds to the bill.
- Rotten wood underneath. Nobody can see the wood under your shingles until the old roof comes off. Bad boards have to be replaced.
- Permits and inspections. Most towns need a permit for a new roof.
What to ask before you choose
Get at least three written quotes for the same roof: same material, same brand and the same work.
- "What do you charge for each sheet of rotten wood you replace?" Get this price in writing before work starts. It's the most common surprise on the final bill.
- "Are you tearing off the old roof or putting new shingles on top?" A tear-off costs more, but it lets the roofer see and fix problems.
- "What warranties do I get?" There are usually two. The maker covers the shingles. The roofer covers their work. Ask how long each one lasts.
- "Who pulls the permit?" It should be the roofer.
- "Can I see your license and insurance?" Ask for proof of both.
The catch: after a big hail or wind storm, out-of-town "storm chasers" knock on doors. Some do bad work and leave town. Never sign anything that gives a roofer control of your insurance claim. Call your own insurance company first, and hire a roofer with a local address.
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