7 materials · one documented cost model · zero sales pitch
Know the fair price before the pitch.
Roofing is a five-figure purchase most people make twice in a lifetime, quoted by the person selling it. RoofQuoted publishes the cost bands, the geometry, and the red flags — so every bid that lands on your kitchen table gets benchmarked, not believed.
The estimate sheet
What should your roof cost?
Footprint × pitch geometry × published material bands. Typical published bands, not quotes — your region, access, and tear-off scope move real numbers. Full calculator + methodology →
Job inputs
Footprint, not living area — a two-story 2,400 sq ft house often has a ~1,200 sq ft footprint.
RoofQuoted · Estimate Benchmark
Architectural (Dimensional) Shingles
6/12 — the most common pitch · Moderate roof · with tear-off
Typical published bands — not a quote. Real bids vary by region, access, and scope. Bids far outside this band deserve questions.
Published bands
Materials, priced per square
15–20 yr lifespan
3-Tab Asphalt Shingles
$450–$650/sq installed
22–30 yr lifespan
Architectural (Dimensional) Shingles
$550–$850/sq installed
40–70 yr lifespan
Standing-Seam Metal
$900–$1,500/sq installed
25–45 yr lifespan
Corrugated / Exposed-Fastener Metal
$600–$950/sq installed
✗ Stamped on sight
The 8 contractor red flags
Door-knocking right after a storm
Out-of-area crews follow hail maps and knock doors offering "free inspections." Many are gone before the warranty matters, and some create the damage they then photograph.
Pressure to sign today
"This price is only good if you sign now" is a sales tactic, not a materials market. Roofing prices do not expire overnight.
Full payment up front
Asking for 100% before work starts is the classic setup for a vanished contractor. Even large deposits beyond materials cost are unusual.
No license number or insurance certificate
If a crew member is injured on your roof and the contractor carries no workers’ comp, the claim can land on your homeowner’s policy.
No clipboard salesman required
Get your estimate benchmarked + matched with vetted roofers
Tell us the project. We benchmark it against the published bands you see on this site, and we can match you with licensed roofing professionals in your area — with your consent, never without it.
- ✓ Benchmarked against published cost bands, not sales targets
- ✓ Licensed, insured professionals only
- ✓ Your info is shared only after you check the box
From the job file
Latest guides
Jul 2, 2026 · 5 min
How to Extend Your Roof's Lifespan: The Boring Habits That Add Years
Ventilation, moss control, tree management, and prompt flashing fixes — the unglamorous maintenance habits that decide whether a roof dies early or on schedule.
Jul 1, 2026 · 5 min
The Twice-Yearly DIY Roof Inspection You Can Do Without Leaving the Ground
You can catch most developing roof problems with binoculars, a walk around the house, and twenty minutes — no ladder, no roof-walking, no inspection fee.
Jun 29, 2026 · 5 min
How to Prevent Ice Dams: Fix the Attic First, Then Talk About Heat Cables
Ice dams are an attic problem wearing a roof costume. Insulation and air-sealing are the cure; heat cables are mitigation. Here is the right order of attack.
Jun 28, 2026 · 5 min
The No-Nonsense Gutter Maintenance Guide: Cleaning, Sealing, and Downspouts
Gutters fail quietly and bill loudly. A practical maintenance routine: cleaning cadence, seam resealing, downspout extensions, and when to call a pro.
Jun 26, 2026 · 4 min
Roof Repair vs. Replace: How to Make the Call Without a Salesman in the Room
Age, damage extent, and shingle matching decide whether repair or replacement is the smart money. Here is the framework — before a contractor frames it for you.
Jun 25, 2026 · 5 min
How to Find the Source of a Roof Leak (Hint: It Is Rarely Above the Stain)
Water travels before it drips. Learn the leak-tracing logic pros use — attic inspection, moisture meter readings, and why the stain lies about the source.
Jun 24, 2026 · 4 min
Roof Claim Denied? Your Next Five Moves, In Order
A denied roof claim is the start of a process, not the end of one. Re-inspection, the appraisal clause, public adjusters, and DOI complaints — in the right order.
The Square Report
Cost-band moves, flagged monthly
When material bands shift, a new scam pattern surfaces after a storm season, or the calculator model updates — one email. No filler, no pitch.