How much does a roof replacement cost in Yellowknife, NT?
Converted from US national rangeUpdated Prices checked October 20262 sources
A roof replacement costs about CA$10,540 to CA$19,680, typical CA$14,050, using the US national range converted to Canadian dollars. That is Fixr's US figure ($7,500 to $14,000) at 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada, October 20, 2026), not a survey of Yellowknife prices.
Converted to Canadian dollars
- Low
- CA$10,540
- Typical
- CA$14,050
- High
- CA$19,680
Roof replacement cost in Yellowknife, NT
Each row says exactly what the figures are and where they come from.
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Converted to CAD | CA$10,540 | CA$14,050 | CA$19,680 | US national range × 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada, October 20, 2026). Not a survey of Yellowknife prices | October 2026 |
| US national range | $7,500 | $10,000 | $14,000 | Per 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.
| Type or size | Price (USD) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Slate roof | $20,000 to $60,000 | Fixr |
| Copper roof | $30,000 to $60,000 | Fixr |
What drives the cost of a roof replacement
Dollar figures in this section are US national figures in US dollars.
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.
Decking repairs
Rotten or damaged decking found during tear-off costs $2 to $8 per sq ft to replace.
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 in Yellowknife
Fees quoted here are US figures in US dollars; Canadian permit fees are set by your municipality.
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.
Rules are set locally; confirm with Yellowknife’s building department.
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.
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Top-ranked roofers in Yellowknife
The top 3 of 5 roofers we rank for Yellowknife, NT, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.
- #1Wilf's Restoration Ltd.CR Score 895.0from 3 Google reviews
- #2Summit Roofing LtdCR Score 884.8from 15 Google reviews
- #3Unico Roofing Contractors NWT LtdCR Score 874.2from 5 Google reviews
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Sources
Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.
- Fixr: Roof replacement cost · page updated February 4, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; basis; drivers; permit.
- 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.
- Bank of Canada: Daily exchange rates (USD/CAD) · page updated October 20, 2026Used for: Conversion rate 1.4054 CAD per USD.