A new roof costs $5,700 to $16,000 for most homeowners, with a national average of $10,800. Here is what drives the price, by material and size, and the extras to ask about.
Rotten sheathing is the most common surprise once the old roof is off. A written per-sheet price for decking in the contract stops it becoming an argument.
Same shingle line, same underlayment, same ventilation, same warranty. Our roof cost calculator gives you a starting figure for your roof.
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Questions
New roof cost questions
How much does a new roof cost?
HomeGuide puts the national average at $10,800, with most homeowners paying $5,700 to $16,000, or $3 to $6 per square foot installed.
How much is a new roof in North Carolina?
HomeGuide lists $6,000 to $17,000 for a roof replacement in North Carolina. Size, pitch and material move the figure most.
How much does a new roof cost for a 2,000 square foot house?
About $6,700 to $13,400, based on HomeGuide’s figures for a single-story home with a 6:12 pitch.
Is a new roof cheaper than repairing the old one?
A repair is cheaper in the short term. Once a roof is near the end of its life, repeated repairs usually cost more over time. See our signs you need a new roof.
What is not included in a new roof quote?
Commonly decking replacement, permits, drip edge, flashing and gutter work. Ask for each one as a separate line.
We get on the roof, photograph what is actually there, and hand you a written report with a price. No charge, and no obligation to book the work with us. If the roof has years left in it, that is what the report will say.
