Short answer
A full asphalt shingle roof on an average home costs roughly $6,000 to $16,000, per national cost guides: HomeAdvisor $5,903 to $13,378 (average $9,609), HomeGuide $5,700 to $16,000 (average $10,800) and Fixr $7,500 to $14,000 (average $10,000). Metal, tile and slate cost much more. Roofers price by the square, which is 100 square feet of roof. A leak repair usually costs a few hundred dollars to about $1,500.
Safety first
Do not climb on a wet, icy or steep roof. During a leak, catch the water inside and call a roofer; our "Roof leaking" guide shows what you can do safely from inside.
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Full replacement by source
| Source (updated) | What it covers | Price range | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| HomeAdvisor (Jun 17, 2026) | Full replacement, normal range | $5,903 to $13,378 | $9,609 |
| HomeAdvisor (Jun 17, 2026) | Per square foot, installed | $4 to $11 | About $7 |
| HomeGuide (Nov 7, 2025) | Full replacement, asphalt | $5,700 to $16,000 | $10,800 |
| HomeGuide (Nov 7, 2025) | Per square (100 sq ft), installed | $300 to $600 | Not listed |
| Fixr (Feb 4, 2026) | Full replacement | $7,500 to $14,000 | $10,000 |
| Fixr (Feb 4, 2026) | Asphalt, about 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,000 to $10,000 | Not listed |
| This Old House (Oct 7, 2026) | Asphalt, 2,000 sq ft of roof | Not listed | $10,319 ($5.16 per sq ft) |
HomeAdvisor and Angi are the same company. This Old House uses Homewyse data.
Price per square foot by material
| Item | Source | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | HomeAdvisor / HomeGuide | $3 to $7 / $3 to $5 (3-tab), $4 to $6 (architectural) |
| Metal | HomeAdvisor / HomeGuide / This Old House | $7 to $13 / $5 to $16 / about $19.30 |
| Tile | HomeAdvisor / HomeGuide / This Old House | $10 to $20 / $7 to $25 / about $22.21 (clay) |
| Slate | HomeAdvisor / HomeGuide | $15 to $30 / $10 to $30 |
Extras on a replacement quote
| Item | Source | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Tear-off of the old roof | HomeGuide / Fixr | $100 to $300 per square / about $50 per square, up to $150 for heavy or several layers |
| Old roof removal, whole job | HomeAdvisor | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Hauling and disposal | HomeAdvisor | $500 to $1,500 |
| New decking | HomeGuide / Fixr | $2 to $5 per sq ft / $2 to $8 per sq ft |
| Permit | HomeGuide / HomeAdvisor | $100 to $500 / $100 to $1,400 |
Roof leak and repair costs
| Item | Source | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Roof repair, normal range | HomeAdvisor (Jun 19, 2026) | $395 to $1,968 (average $1,174) |
| Leaking roof | HomeAdvisor | $360 to $1,550 |
| Small leak, no water damage | HomeGuide (Feb 9, 2026) | $150 to $1,000 |
| Leak with some water damage | HomeGuide | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Flashing repair | HomeGuide | $200 to $500 |
| Minimum call-out fee | HomeGuide | $150 to $300 |
| Roof repair, average | Fixr | $1,150 |
How roofers measure your roof
- A square is 100 square feet of roof surface. A roof with 2,000 square feet is 20 squares.
- The roof is bigger than the house: HomeAdvisor puts roof area at about 1.1 to 1.2 times the home’s square footage, and steeper roofs have even more area.
- Valleys, dormers, chimneys, skylights and extra stories add labor and material.
Repair or replace?
- Lifespan: asphalt about 20 to 30 years (HomeAdvisor, Fixr), metal about 40 to 70 (HomeAdvisor), tile and slate much longer.
- HomeGuide suggests repairing when less than 25% of the roof is damaged, the repair costs less than 30% of a new roof and the roof is under 20 years old.
- Replace for widespread wear, damage every season or a roof past its expected life (HomeAdvisor, Fixr, This Old House).
- Most codes allow at most two layers of shingles; a second layer over the old one skips the tear-off but shortens the roof’s life (HomeGuide, This Old House).
Licenses for roofers
- California: a roofing job of $1,000 or more needs a CSLB license (class C-39 roofing or B general).
- Florida: roofers need a state certified or registered roofing contractor license (DBPR).
- Texas: there is no state roofing license. Ask for proof of insurance, a written contract and any registration your city requires.
- Use our contractor license lookup to check a California or Florida license.
When to call a roofer
- Water stains on the ceiling or water dripping inside.
- Missing, cracked or curling shingles after a storm.
- Granules from the shingles piling up in the gutters.
- Daylight through the roof boards in the attic.
- The roof is near the end of its expected life.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a new roof cost on a 2,000 square foot house?
The roof is usually bigger than the floor area. For about 2,000 square feet of roof, Fixr lists $6,000 to $10,000 for asphalt and This Old House averages $10,319. Metal, tile and slate cost more.
How much do roofers charge per square?
HomeGuide lists $300 to $600 per square installed for asphalt, and HomeAdvisor lists $200 to $300 per square for labor alone.
How much does it cost to fix a roof leak?
HomeAdvisor lists $360 to $1,550 for a leaking roof. HomeGuide lists $150 to $1,000 for a small leak with no water damage and $1,000 to $3,000 when there is some damage.
Does homeowners insurance pay for a new roof?
It depends on your policy and on the cause: storm or hail damage is often covered, wear and age usually are not. Call your insurer and take photos before repairs.
Sources
Checked October 21, 2026. Prices are national ranges published by each source, not quotes from Pros411 pros. Your price depends on your home, your city and the job: ask for a written quote.