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How much does a roof replacement cost?

US national rangeUpdated Prices checked October 20262 sources

A roof replacement costs $7,500 to $14,000 in the US, with a typical job around $10,000. Basis: per project: asphalt shingles on a 1,700 sq ft home (about 2,000 sq ft of roof). Figures from Fixr, checked October 2026.

US national range, per project: asphalt shingles on a 1,700 sq ft home (about 2,000 sq ft of roof)

Low
$7,500
Typical
$10,000
High
$14,000

Roof replacement cost: low, typical and high

Each row says exactly what the figures are and where they come from.

Roof replacement cost: low, typical and high
EstimateLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
US national range$7,500$10,000$14,000Per project: asphalt shingles on a 1,700 sq ft home (about 2,000 sq ft of roof) (Fixr)October 2026

Roof replacement cost by type or size

US national figures in USD, as published by each source.

Roof replacement cost by type or size
Type or sizePrice (USD)Source
Slate roof$20,000 to $60,000Fixr
Copper roof$30,000 to $60,000Fixr

What drives the cost of a roof replacement

  1. Roof size

    Contractors price by the square foot, about $3.75 to $11 and $4.75 on average.

  2. Material

    Asphalt shingles average about $10,000; slate and copper run $20,000 to $60,000.

  3. Pitch and shape

    Hips, valleys, dormers and steep pitches add labor; a steep pitch can add $1,000 to $3,000.

  4. Tear-off and disposal

    Removal averages about $50 per square (100 sq ft), up to $150 for heavy materials.

  5. Decking repairs

    Rotten or damaged decking found during tear-off costs $2 to $8 per sq ft to replace.

  6. Local labor and code

    Labor is roughly 40% to 60% of the total; fire-, wind- or impact-rated codes can add more.

Permits and what's included

Permit note

Re-roofing usually needs a building permit. Permits typically cost $100 to $500, and strict fire-, wind- or impact-resistance codes can add more in some areas.

What’s usually included

  • Removal of the old roof
  • Underlayment and standard roofing felt
  • Installation of the new roof covering
  • Manufacturer and workmanship warranties (terms vary by contractor)

Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.

Roof replacement cost: questions

How much does a roof replacement cost?

A roof replacement costs $7,500 to $14,000 in the US, with a typical job around $10,000. Basis: per project: asphalt shingles on a 1,700 sq ft home (about 2,000 sq ft of roof). Figures from Fixr, checked October 2026.

What affects the cost of a roof replacement?

Roof size: contractors price by the square foot, about $3.75 to $11 and $4.75 on average. Material: asphalt shingles average about $10,000; slate and copper run $20,000 to $60,000. Pitch and shape: hips, valleys, dormers and steep pitches add labor; a steep pitch can add $1,000 to $3,000. Tear-off and disposal: removal averages about $50 per square (100 sq ft), up to $150 for heavy materials.

Do I need a permit for a roof replacement?

Re-roofing usually needs a building permit. Permits typically cost $100 to $500, and strict fire-, wind- or impact-resistance codes can add more in some areas.

What is usually included in the price?

Removal of the old roof; Underlayment and standard roofing felt; Installation of the new roof covering; Manufacturer and workmanship warranties (terms vary by contractor). Always get the scope in writing on the quote.

How much does a roof replacement cost by type or size?

Slate roof: $20,000 to $60,000; Copper roof: $30,000 to $60,000.

Where do these prices come from?

The low, typical and high figures come from Fixr (“Roof replacement cost”, updated February 4, 2026). We checked them in October 2026. They are national estimates, not quotes.

Sources

Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.

  1. Fixr: Roof replacement cost · page updated February 4, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; basis; drivers; permit.
  2. HomeAdvisor: Roof replacement cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Used for: Cross-check: normal range $5,903 to $13,378, average $9,609 (customer-reported projects); pitch driver.
These are published estimates, checked October 2026. They are not quotes. Typical range shown: $7,500 to $14,000. Editorial policy

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