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Roof Replacement cost

Full tear-off and replacement for a typical 2,000 sq ft roof.

National avg $9,000–$18,000Typical lifespan 25 yearsPeak season: September, October, November

Roof Replacement cost estimator

Full tear-off and replacement for a typical 2,000 sq ft roof.

Low
$11,250
Average
$16,900
High
$22,500

Estimate is illustrative. National average is $9,000–$18,000 for a 2,000 sq ft home at standard tier.

Tip: try different metros and tiers to see how the range moves.

Next 3 months in New York

  • September1.15× demand
  • October1.25× demand
  • November1.20× demand

Lower months are usually better for scheduling and price negotiation.

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Based on your estimate range of $11,250–$22,500.

Roof Replacement cost by metro

Standard tier, 2,000 sq ft home. Click any metro for the local detail page.

Cost ranges are illustrative and rounded to the nearest $50.
National averageAll US$9,000$13,500$18,000
New York, NYNortheast$11,250$16,900$22,500
Los Angeles, CAWest$10,800$16,200$21,600
San Diego, CAWest$10,600$15,950$21,250
Chicago, ILMidwest$9,900$14,850$19,800
Philadelphia, PANortheast$9,900$14,850$19,800
Austin, TXSouth$9,200$13,800$18,350
Phoenix, AZSouthwest$9,000$13,500$18,000
Dallas, TXSouth$8,750$13,100$17,450
Houston, TXSouth$8,550$12,850$17,100
San Antonio, TXSouth$8,100$12,150$16,200

When is the best time to schedule?

Pricing and wait times swing meaningfully with the season. The chart below shows our monthly demand/cost multiplier — months below 1.0× are usually faster and cheaper.

  • • Peak months: September, October, November
  • • Sweet spot: shoulder months before peak demand
  • • Off-season: deepest discounts, weather permitting

Read the full seasonal-timing guide →

Monthly demand/cost multiplier. Peak months highlighted.

Roof Replacement FAQ

How long does a roof replacement take?

Most single-family asphalt shingle replacements take 1–3 days, depending on size and weather.

Can I install new shingles over the old roof?

An overlay is cheaper but usually not recommended. Most building codes allow at most two layers, and overlays hide deck damage.

Is a metal roof worth the cost?

Metal costs roughly 2–3× asphalt but lasts 40–70 years and can lower insurance in some regions.