" Replacing your roof is an essential part of maintaining your home."

Replacing your roof can seem like a daunting task for a new homeowner.

Choosing between hundreds of professional roofing contractors can be confusing. The first step in any roof replacement project is obtaining estimates and choosing a contractor.

There are many factors that can influence the cost of a roof replacement. A roof that is particularly steep and slippery will cost more to replace than a roof that is more easily accessible. The height of the roof matters as well. Roofs on two-story homes are more expensive to replace than roofs on ramblers or ranchers.

Roof replacements cost more in places where the general cost of living is higher. Roofs in the Midwest generally need to be replaced more often than roofs in other parts of the country due to extreme weather.

The most common roofing material is asphalt shingles. Metal roofing such as copper or aluminum can cost $15-$20 a square foot. A slate roof is the most durable, though it is also the most expensive, and can cost up to $40 a square foot ($12,000 to replace a 3,000 square foot roof). While asphalt shingle roofs are often designed to last 25 or 30 years, the actual life span of your roof can vary depending on where you live.

Estimates for replacing an asphalt shingled roof can range from $1,500 to $9,000 depending on the size of the roof as well as location.

Category: Roofing

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