Home repair costs, estimated before you call a contractor.
Pick a project, enter a few measurements, and get a realistic low-to-high budget range for US homes.
Roof replacement
Estimate installed roof replacement cost from roof area, material, pitch, and region.
2,000 ft2 roof area
Roof estimates assume typical access, standard decking condition, and no structural repair.
Breakdown (midpoint)
Estimates use transparent assumptions and US regional multipliers.
Popular calculators
Start with the home projects most likely to need an early budget range.
Our methodology
Each calculator combines a national baseline, project inputs, regional multipliers, and common overhead into a low-to-high planning range.
Key assumptions
- Standard residential projects with typical site access
- Removal, disposal, and cleanup included where common
- Costs reflect broad US planning ranges, not local bids
- Taxes and surprise repairs excluded
Sample cost data
Installed roof cost per square foot by material before project-specific adjustments.
| Material | Low | Mid | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-tab shingles | $3.50 | $4.75 | $6.00 |
| Architectural shingles | $4.50 | $6.75 | $8.75 |
| Metal roofing | $7.00 | $10.50 | $14.00 |
| Tile roofing | $10.50 | $14.50 | $19.00 |
| Slate roofing | $14.00 | $20.00 | $26.00 |
FAQ
Short answers homeowners need before relying on a planning estimate.
How accurate are these estimates?
They are planning ranges, not contractor quotes. The goal is to help you sanity-check budgets before you request bids.
Do estimates include taxes?
Taxes are not included because local tax rules vary. Permit and typical project overhead are included where relevant.
What does installed mean?
Installed means common labor, baseline materials, normal access, and cleanup. It does not include hidden damage or major layout changes.
Why do costs vary by region?
Labor rates, disposal fees, supplier pricing, climate requirements, and permit costs differ across US regions.
How often should cost data change?
Most planning ranges can be reviewed quarterly. Material shocks or local labor shortages may require faster updates.