Roof installations are one of the most important investments in home remodeling services. It's important to understand the costs of a roof installation and know the choices you have! Read our guide to roof installations and get prepared!
Roof installation is one of the most difficult remodeling services. If you ask us what is the most important investment for your house it is roof installation. Roof installations can reach up to $30,000. This price can change and it depends on many factors, which are:
- The size of your roof
- The pitch
- How is the roof installed on your deck
- The materials we are going to use
- The number of layers
- Where do you live
- If you have a lot of pipes, and chimneys this will require more time during installation.
We understand that this amount we noted above might be slightly increased, but we have a good reason for that! Roof installation requires a lot of time, effort, materials and equipment.
Shingles: types and quality
Shingles are very popular among homeowners and they are very commonly used in the USA. One of the most typical shingles is asphalt shingles. But there are other materials as well.
Benefits from shingles:
- Shingles provide deck protection
- Protection against leaks
- It increases the energy efficiency
- Adds style to your home
Materials
- Asphalt
These are the most common shingles in the USA. They are very light, easy to install and they are very savvy.
Cost: Costs start from $680 to $3,700 depending on the size of your roof and the quality of these materials.
- Tile
Tiles are great to get replaced if they are damaged. Another great benefit of this material is that it is available in a variety of colors and shapes.
Cost: Costs start from $7,650 to $21,000. If you decide to customize them, their price slightly increases.
- Slate
Slate is another long-lasting material and most homeowners prefer it because it has a natural look. If you have a large house, then this material is ideal!
Cost: A 2,000 square foot home will cost from $17,000 to $84,000. If 3,000 square feet or more, the cost can range from $27,000 to $120,000, depending on the site location and the complexity of the job.
- Wood
Wood is a perfect material for roofing services! But you need to be prepared because of its high maintenance. Wood is a very natural material, but they require treatment against pests and treatments.
Cost: Costs start from $6,800 to $20,000. For better protection, it is recommended to choose high-end materials and for fire protection, it is recommended to use rubber-plastic coated materials.
- Metal
Metal roofs are one of the most long-lasting materials for roofing installations. Many homeowners are starting to consider metal roofs more stylish. Their high-end costs are attracting many homeowners, who are planning to invest in their house and increase their longevity and energy efficiency.
How much roofing do I need?
The best way is to make calculations!
Gabled roof
Rectangle: length x width = area
Hipped roof
Triangle: (base x height / 2 = area
Trapezoid: ((base 1 + base 2) / 2) x height = area
Trapezoid: ((base 1 + base 2) / 2) x height = area
Domed roof
Spherical dome: 3.14 x (base2 + height2)
Remember that the most of all is to hire the appropriate contractors! You need to 100% trust them and feel comfortable!
