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Roof Replacement Cost 2026: Shingles, Metal, Flat & More
March 12, 202610 min
Roof Replacement Cost Guide 2026
Cost by Material Type (per sqft, installed)
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Additional Roofing Costs
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Total Project Cost (1,800 sqft roof)
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Includes tear-off, underlayment, flashing, disposal. Prices vary by city — use our Roofing Calculator for exact figures.
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| Material | Material Cost | Labor Cost | Total Installed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt (standard) | $3.80 | $3.20 | $7.00/sqft |
| Asphalt (architectural) | $5.00 | $3.50 | $8.50/sqft |
| Metal (standing seam) | $11.00 | $6.50 | $17.50/sqft |
| Metal (corrugated) | $7.00 | $4.50 | $11.50/sqft |
| Single-ply membrane | $4.50 | $4.00 | $8.50/sqft |
| Built-up (BUR) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $10.00/sqft |
| Slate/tile | $15.00 | $12.00 | $27.00/sqft |
| Item | Material | Labor | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tear-off (1 layer) | — | $1.25/sqft | sqft |
| Roof sheathing (OSB) | $1.85 | $1.10 | sqft |
| Underlayment (synthetic) | $0.45 | $0.35 | sqft |
| Ice & water shield | $1.80 | $0.40 | sqft |
| Flashing | $4.50 | $6.00 | lf |
| Drip edge | $2.25 | $1.50 | lf |
| Ridge cap | $5.50 | $3.00 | lf |
| Ridge vent | $4.00 | $3.50 | lf |
| Skylight (2x4) | $850 | $650 | each |
| Debris disposal | — | $45/square | square |
| Material | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt standard | $12,600 | $16,200 |
| Asphalt architectural | $15,300 | $19,800 |
| Metal standing seam | $31,500 | $40,500 |
| Metal corrugated | $20,700 | $26,100 |
- Crew size: 3-4 workers typical
- Asphalt roof (1,800 sqft): 2-3 days
- Metal roof (1,800 sqft): 4-7 days
- Production rate: 20 squares/day (asphalt), 200-300 sqft/day (metal)
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