Roof Replacement Cost

Average Roof Replacement Cost

If you want a ballpark figure for what your new roof cost might be, it can be helpful to know what the average roof cost in Colorado is, and how it’s determined.

Keep this in mind when thinking about average cost of roof replacement: not all roofs are created equal. And not every roofer will charge the same prices. When you ask around to get the cost of a new roof – which we encourage you to do – you’re going to find some companies charging quite a bit more and some charging a lot less for what is supposedly the same thing.

Our mission when it comes to cost is fairness. We will always give you a fair price for exceptional customer service and outstanding workmanship.  

To understand the average cost of roof replacement, you need a little bit of information first. The first step is to get a quick and dirty idea of your roof’s square footage. To figure this (roughly), just take the interior square footage of your home, and add 20% to it. This should account for overhangs and slope. 

Then take the square footage of your roof and divide it by 100 to determine the number of “squares,” of shingles it will take to cover your roof. One roofing square covers a 10 x 10 area, or 100 square feet. 

In Colorado, the average roof replacement cost for architectural asphalt shingles is about $213 / square if you don’t have to replace the decking. For a full tear-off of the roof, including the decking, the average cost is about $575 / square.

So an “average,” sized home of 2000 interior square feet has a roof covering about 2400 square feet, or 24 squares. At $213 / square, that makes the average roof replacement cost just over $5000 in Colorado. Including removing the decking, the average cost is $13,800. So you can roughly say that the cost of a new roof in Colorado is between $5000 and $14,000. 

Of course, we’re not talking about an “average,” house. We’re talking about your home! So we’ll come out to inspect your roof and take measurements in person. Then, we’ll speak with you to get a feel for your family’s and home’s specific situation and needs, and recommend shingles to meet those needs. 

Nailing down the average roof replacement cost will hopefully give you a little protection against sticker shock when you see the actual roof replacement cost estimate we put together for you. But remember, this is only a guesstimate based on over 10 years of estimating experience.

Other Factors That Impact the Cost of a New Roof

Roof Pitch – In construction, pitch means steepness. A steeper roof is harder to work on: more labor intensive, slower, and more dangerous. Some roofs will require additional safety measures, which can also slow the process somewhat.

Roof Height – Like pitch, a particularly tall roof will also add money to your roof replacement cost. Again, a taller roof is more dangerous, requires more safety measures, and slows things down, all of which increase labor costs.  

Complexity – A gable roof is less labor intensive than a hip roof, because it’s just easier to work on. Hip roofs have more valleys to cut and flash, more ridge caps to install and generally take more materials.

Insurance – Finally, we work with your insurer on roof insurance claims to determine the cost of your roof and ensure that you get the best deal possible for your situation. This cooperation helps to make the process of getting your roof quote easier, less stressful, and more convenient for you.

Materials & Workmanship Warranty

Finally, the last factor in your decision might be our 5-Year Workmanship Warranty. It’s simply one of the best in the area, and you can rest easy knowing that I’ll fulfill the terms with few questions asked. Elements is a local roof company, so your satisfaction is key to our reputation! 

In the unlikely event that you have roof damage that is not related to storm, wind or hail, but due to a flaw in our workmanship, we’ll come back to restore it.