Roof Replacement Cost Calculator
Comprehensive roof replacement budgeting tool calculating materials, old shingle tear-off dumpster fees, plywood sheathing replacement allowance, and certified professional roofing contractor installation labor.
Formula
Total Budget = Squares × (Material + Labor Rate) + Tear-Off + Plywood Repair
1. Installed Rate per Square: Arch Shingle = $465; 3-Tab = $365; Metal = $1,125; Tile = $1,250 2. Base Install Cost = Squares × Installed Rate 3. Tear-Off Cost = Squares × (1-Layer: $75, 2-Layer: $125) 4. Plywood Repair = Sheets × $95 5. Total Estimated Turnkey Cost = Base + Tear-Off + Plywood
Inputs
- Roof Size in Squares (1 Square = 100 Sq Ft)
- Roofing Material
- Old Shingle Tear-Off & Disposal
- Replace Damaged Plywood Sheathing?
Worked example
Complete roof replacement on an average single-family home with 1-layer tear-off and 3 sheets plywood repair.
Outcome: Installation cost (materials + labor @ $465/sq) is $10,230. Tear-off & disposal is $1,650. Plywood repair is $285. Total estimated turnkey roof replacement: ~$12,165 ($553/square).
How long does a typical residential roof replacement take?
A standard residential roof replacement (20 to 30 squares) is typically completed in 1 to 2 days by an experienced 5 to 6 person professional roofing crew, weather permitting.