Roof replacement cost 1600 sq ft home

Roof Replacement Cost Calculator

A home roof replacement costs between $4,500 to $16,500 on average as of 2022. However, roof replacement costs can vary depending on the roofing material installed, home size, slope of roof, local labor prices, and other factors discussed below.

Asphalt shingles, the most common type of roofing in the U.S., would cost between $5,550 to $9,650, or $1.75 to $3.20 per square foot on average, to install on a standard 3,000 square foot roof.

Average Roof Replacement Costs by Material

Here are a few average costs for a new roof by different roofing shingles and material types. These average roof replacement costs were last updated in 2022 and in order from lowest to highest cost. This example shows the average low and high costs for a standard 3,000 square foot roof with a low roof pitch and no garage in Austin, TX. You can input your own zip code and home size in the calculator above to get a roof cost estimate for your area.

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What Factors Affect the Cost of a New Roof?

The main factors that will directly influence your roof replacement costs – which will be included in detail in the quote provided by your roofing contactor – are the following:

• Home Size
• Slope and Pitch of Roof
• Roof Materials Installed
• Old Roofing Removal (if needed)
• Permits and Fees
• Local Labor Rates

The breakdown of total roof replacement costs can be summarized into two categories:

• The total cost you pay your contractor to install it, which is about 60%.
• The total cost you spend on the roofing materials, which is about 40%.

Costs of Different Roofing Shingles

Roof installation prices can vary depending on the type of roof shingles installed, the size of your home, and the average local roofing installation costs. Roofing shingles are sold and priced out by “squares” and “bundles,” which you will often hear your new roof contractor refer to.

A square of shingles covers 100 square feet of roof area. If you were to purchase a bundle, it would install up to 1/3 of a square or about 33.3 square feet of roofing area. See our roof shingle cost chart below to get an estimate of the costs of different roofing shingles:

Hiring a Roofing Contractor 

It is best practice to always get roofing price quotes from at least 4 local roofing contractors so that you get the best professional and price for your roof replacement.

Each roof estimate should be within a margin of $2,000 to $4,500 for the same job from each contractor in your area. If it less than or more than that margin of price change, you will want to make sure all costs are being accounted for in your bid.

You may also want to do some research with ratings and reviews on that contractor to make sure you’re hiring a quality and experienced roofer, but also one who is not overcharging for their services. It is helpful to be prepared to vet out your new roofing contractor with a checklist and questions for them to answer.

Roofing Labor Costs

The costs you will spend on labor in your area should be comparable across the board, no matter which roof replacement contractor you hire. Labor costs will usually range from $1.50 to $3.65 per square foot of roofing material installed. Roofing installation cost s also usually vary depending on the difficulty and experience needed to install the different roof types and the roof style of your home.

If the type of roof you are installing is not as simple as an asphalt roof installation, you may need to expect increased labor costs. Some new roofing types, such as slate or clay tile roofs, require a certain level of expertise when installing. Not only are labor costs higher for higher quality roof types like those, but also due to the added weight and costs to ship the roofing materials, your total roof replacement costs can be impacted. It is always best to be prepared to review your roofing cost estimates and understand what to look for on them.

Before choosing your roof replacement contractor, be sure you can trust them and that their estimate is transparent and complete.

The best advice on how to avoid hidden roofing costs is to choose a local, trusted contractor—someone whose reputation and reliability are central to their success. You can confirm this by checking their physical business address and validating their local licensing.

Here are additional warning signs that can protect your roof replacement budget:

• Avoid contractors who request the entire roof replacement cost, or large cash deposit, up front.
• Avoid anyone who pressures you to sign a contract immediately.
• Be wary of any outliers in your quotes. All estimates should be relatively similar unless the material type is significantly different.

When it comes to a roof replacement project, there are some hidden costs homeowners could be surprised with down the line. The best way to avoid these is to ask the contractor about them.

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