{"id":15123,"date":"2022-05-10T20:10:12","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T19:10:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businessfinancenews.com\/?p=15123"},"modified":"2022-05-10T20:44:51","modified_gmt":"2022-05-10T19:44:51","slug":"average-cost-for-roof-replacement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businessfinancenews.com\/home\/average-cost-for-roof-replacement\/","title":{"rendered":"average cost for roof replacement"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Few things are as important as a roof over your head. Roof replacement is big investment, but the expense is unavoidable every 15 to 30 years or so. Put it off and you could end up with a leaky roof – or worse, a collapsed roof.<\/p>\n
The cost of roof replacement depends on the materials you choose, the size and pitch of your roof, your geographic location and more. Very generally, the average job with mid-grade materials will cost about $5,000 to $10,000.<\/strong> However, you could spend as little as $2,000<\/strong> for a small roof with asphalt shingles and only one layer of old roofing to be torn off, or as much as $25,000<\/strong> for a slate or metal roof.<\/p>\n Tell us some details about your needs and get connected to pre-screened companies in your area. Compare free price quotes from multiple companies and save time and money instantly! No obligations to hire or purchase ever!<\/p>\n Find a Roof Pro >><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t<\/p>\n The most important decision you\u2019ll make, aside from choosing a contractor, is the roofing material. There are many options, all at varying price points. Before you hire a roofer, take some time to educate yourself on the various types and their pros and cons. <\/p>\n Roofing materials are typically priced by the square, or 100 square feet. Here is what you can expect to pay per square for various materials, including installation. All prices are meant to be guidelines, not exact figures, because prices vary so much among regions.<\/p>\n In addition to those costs, tear off and disposal of the old roofing usually costs $100 to $150 per square. You\u2019ll pay less for a single layer and more for multiple layers. Lighter roofing materials will cost less to remove than heavy roofing materials.<\/p>\n Extras such as an ice\/water protection membrane or replacement of plywood decking cost about $50 to $100 per square foot. City or town permits can run several hundred dollars, and they\u2019re required in most places.<\/p>\n Estimating the total square footage of your roof is fairly easy. Measure the length and width of each plane, then multiply the length by width to get the square footage of each plane. Add the square footage of each plane together to get the total square footage.<\/p>\n A plane is essentially each flat surface of the roof. For example, a gable roof, which has two two sloping sides, has two planes.<\/p>\n Among roofing contractors, you\u2019ll find various levels of expertise and professionalism. Look for a company that guarantees its work for 5 to 10 years, and get that guarantee in writing. The guarantee should cover any damage or defects related to the installation process. Faulty materials are another matter – roofing products come with separate warranties.<\/p>\n Before hiring any company, make sure to do some background research. Ask for references and check the company\u2019s background with consumer organizations like the Better Business Bureau. One complaint doesn\u2019t necessarily mean the company is shady, but steer clear of any roofing contractor with a long list of complaints.<\/p>\n Finally, make sure any roofer you hire is knowledgable about local building codes. In many areas, there are restrictions on how many layers can be put on a roof before it needs to be replaced. Some cities or towns restrict the type of roof you can have. You certainly don\u2019t want to find out after the fact that your roof violates building code. <\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A Complete Guide to New or Replacement Roof Projects Few things are as important as a roof over your head. Roof replacement is big investment, but the expense is unavoidable every 15 to 30 years or so. Put it off and you could end up with a leaky roof – or worse, a collapsed roof. … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[55],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nTry Our Free Roof Replacement Quote Request Tool<\/h2>\n
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