Calculating Roofing Costs
A new roof ranges from $150 to $2,500 per square foot, but your expenses may be significantly more or less, depending on several factors.
Some other circumstances help dictate what you’ll pay for roofing work. These include:
- Your location
- The complexity of the roofing work required
- The slope or pitch of the roof
Steeper roofs are harder to erect and thus require more labor and materials.
Perhaps the biggest determinant beyond the size of the roof that helps determine the overall cost of the roof is the materials desired for it. Concrete or asphalt shingles are generally the most affordable choices, ranging from around $100 to $250 per square foot. Expect to spend from $250 to $600 per square foot for a wood shake roof. Roofs made from metal, slate, clay, or plastic polymer are the most expensive, ranging from $300 up to $2,500 per square foot.
Factors To Help You Choose a Great Pro Roofer
Hiring a roofer who will complete the job and stay within your budget are both critical aspects to consider when seeking out the best contractor for your needs in Providence. Some additional things to consider before hiring a roofer include:
- Does the roofer have a portfolio of work that includes finished examples of the type of roofing job you need done? As an example, has the roofer worked with slate roofing, or do they only have experience with wood roofs?
- Is the candidate licensed and insured? A licensed roofer has broad-ranging industry insight and training, a combination of which helps ensure the work is done right.
- What do other clients say about the roofer? Firsthand reviews are often invaluable in vetting a roofer.
- What kind of warranty does the candidate provide you?