Replacing an existing roof is a remarkable output that carries a significant cost.
Your old roof may become rotten or get destroyed by wind. For such a case, it is difficult to ignore the cost of a new roof.
The cost of a new roof and the urgency needed does not mean that you should purchase it from roof dealers without first determining the cost of a particular roof.
Furthermore, you should not blindly hire a roof contractor without first determining their skills, professionalism and general cost of roof replacement.
How much does a new roof cost?
Without the right tools and enough skills, it is impossible to replace your own roof by yourself. This is because you may make mistakes which may reduce the lifespan of the roof. For this reason, it is important to hire skilled roofers.
A standard roof of 2,000 to 2,600 square foot may cost a homeowner between 900 and 3900 US dollars to fully acquire a new roof plus the labor.
Most roofers will charge you based on the roof area measured in ‘squares’. Ten foot by ten foot makes one square. Therefore, for a roof of 2200 squares foot it means the area covered is 22 squares.
Before even determining the cost of a new roof, it is important to understand that the first cost which the roof contractor will charge you is that of getting rid of the old roof.
A professional roofer will charge between 100 and 150 US dollars per square to remove a one-story roof which has a single roof layer. For a roof made of double layers, the cost increases to between 115 and 165 US dollars.
If the roof layer triples then the cost drastically increases to 125 and 175 US dollars. The costs of single, double and triple roof layers may change depending on the height and steepness of your roof. This means that for a higher roof which is steeper, the cost for old roof removal is increased.
The second cost which you need to determine is that of a new roof installation. The most common types of roofs which you may install at your home include asphalt, metal roofs, slates and clay tiles.
A single layer of asphalt installation will cost you 120 to 140 US dollars per square. A metal roof installation costs between 300 and 1000 US dollars per square.
Sometimes, your old roof requires repair rather than being removed. In such a case, the cost is drastically reduced. You can use synthetic membranes and rubbers to protect your roof against ice and water damage. This may cost as less as 50 US dollars.
Spotting a reliable roofer
For the sake of maintaining the durability of your roof, it is important to look for reliable and well skilled roofers.
First, a solid roof contractor must have the basic skills in local building codes. For example, they must be in a position to determine the number of layers a particular roof should have before replacement. The roofers should guarantee quality services.
Therefore, the cost of a new roof may be as much as 5000 US dollars once you decide to hire a professional roofer. The price is often worth it.
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