Roof Replacement Cost Calculator (2026)
By Dan Whitlock, Home Projects Editor · Updated July 2026
A roof replacement is priced mostly by area and material. In 2026, an asphalt shingle roof — by far the most common — costs about $3 to $5 per square foot installed, or roughly $5,700 to $12,000 for a typical home. Steep or cut-up roofs, tearing off multiple old layers, and premium materials like metal push it higher. Enter your roof area below (tip: roof area is larger than your home’s footprint because of pitch and overhangs).
Estimate your cost
Roughly your home footprint × 1.4 for an average pitch. A roofing "square" = 100 sq ft.
Labor and materials swing with local cost of living.
Estimated roof replacement cost
$6,800 – $12,750
Most homeowners pay around $9,350
Cost breakdown
- 1700 × ~$5.5$9,350
Planning estimate based on 2026 national price data — not a quote. Get local quotes to confirm.
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What drives your roof replacement cost
- Roof size: measured in "squares" (100 sq ft); the actual roof is larger than the home footprint.
- Material: 3-tab is cheapest, architectural is standard, metal costs about 2× asphalt.
- Pitch & complexity: steep, multi-facet roofs need more labor and safety equipment.
- Tear-off: removing 2–3 old layers adds disposal and labor.
- Decking repair: rotted plywood found during tear-off is an extra you can’t see until you start.
Ready for real numbers?
A calculator gets you the fair range. Local quotes confirm it for your exact home. Comparing 2–3 pros is the single best way to avoid overpaying on a roof replacement.
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Ways to save
- Architectural asphalt is the sweet spot of price, looks, and warranty for most homes.
- Replace before leaks cause deck rot — decking repairs are a costly surprise.
- Get quotes in early spring or late fall, outside peak storm-repair season.
- Confirm whether a full tear-off is required or an overlay is allowed by local code.
- Bundle with gutter or skylight work while the crew is already up there.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a new roof cost in 2026?
An asphalt shingle roof costs about $3–$5 per square foot installed, or roughly $5,700–$12,000 for a typical home. Larger, steeper, or premium-material roofs cost more; metal roughly doubles the asphalt price.
How do I estimate my roof size?
Multiply your home’s footprint (square feet) by about 1.3–1.5 to account for pitch and overhangs. A 1,200 sq ft footprint is often ~1,700 sq ft of roof, or 17 "squares."
Is a metal roof worth the extra cost?
Metal costs about twice as much as asphalt up front but lasts 40–70 years versus 15–30, sheds snow, and can lower cooling bills — worth it if you plan to stay long-term or live in a harsh climate.
Sources
Price ranges cross-referenced against these 2026 cost guides and contractor databases: