What does a roof replacement cost? Replacing a roof yourself generally costs less because you don’t need to pay yourself for the labor for the project. However, you should remember the risks involved in doing jobs like this yourself. If you are inexperienced or working with a difficult roof, you may accidentally injure yourself. If you are preparing for inclement weather or need the roof replaced quickly, it is best to hire a professional team to assist you.
As far as materials go, here are the corresponding prices–assuming that the roof replacement is done for an average-sized house.
Roofing Prices by Type
Asphalt: $700 – $3,700 per roof
Slate: $17,000 – $84,000 dollars per roof
Wood Shingles or Shakes: $7,000 – $20,000 per roof
Concrete Tile: $8,000 – $21,000 per roof
Ceramic Clay Tile: $12,000 – $21,000 per roof
Steel: &5,000 – $22,000 per roof
Aluminum: $12,000 – $24,000 per roof
Copper: $25,000 to $40,000 per roof
You will also need to purchase the correct tools for the job. Purchase at your own discretion. Some of the materials are not necessary, but will make the job a lot easier. For example, the chalk line will be easier than trying to hold the tape measure in place to create a straight edge.
Suggested tools
Hammer
Crowbar
Ladder
Tape Measure
Chalk line
Caulking gun
Roofing Nail Gun
Shovel
Box cutters
Hammer Stamp
Other Factors in Pricing and Hiring a Professional
Provided that you hire a professional to do your job for you, there are various factors that can affect the pricing. One of them is the accessibility of the roof. If your roof is higher up from the ground and requires more effort to reach, the workers will charge you more.
Another aspect of accessibility is the slope (angle) of the roof. Steep roofs require more labor, driving up the price. Additional costs may be added to the job depending on where you live. Hurricane-prone areas have special requirements for the roofs, further increasing labor.
TalkLocal can help with finding the best local roofers to fix your roof quickly, saving you time and energy in a stressful situation.
