Looking to replace that dilapidated roof? Have holes that need fixing? Missing shingles? All of these roofing jobs cost time and labor, but how much are we talking? Contractors in Ottawa will tell you that there is a lot that goes into an estimate for a roofing job, including where you live, what products are being used, and how many man hours are going into the project. From there, you can figure out what the roofing job may cost.
Let’s dive into this a little farther.
The Truth About Roofing
First, we cannot preface this enough: no two roofs are the same, and neither are the prices that roofing contractors charge you; so anything that is listed in this article is an estimate of national averages.
That said, if you are adding new shingles to your roof, you will find the average price range is around $350 to $600 per square (1 sheet of shingles). A typical bundle of three-tab shingles (asphalt shingles) has around 29 standard shingles, and you can anticipate a square of shingles to cover around 100 square feet. Knowing that, if you have a roof that is around 1,700 square feet, you need 17 squares of shingles.
Knowing that alone gives you a rough estimate of how much the shingles will cost you.
The Costs of Different Shingles
So, now that you know that basic asphalt shingles can cost you around $6,000-$10,000 for a new roof (based on the example from above at the size of 1,700 square feet), we can look at some other materials that are commonly used for roofs around North America:
- 30-year Architectural Shingles: $7,000-$11,000
- 50-year Premium Shingles: $8,500-$13,500
- G-90 Steel or Stone-Coated Steel: $12,000-$18,000
- Cedar Shingles or Shakes: $13,000-$21,000
- Aluminum Shingles: $12,000-$19,000
- Synthetic Shingles or Shakes: $13,000-$31,000 (price depends on the roof frame reinforcement that is needed
- Clay Tiles: $17,000-$31,000 (roof frame reinforcement necessary).
Because every market is different, companies in Ottawa will charge different prices for the materials they use. Get a couple of quotes from trustworthy roofing contractors before making your selection.
You may also opt to pay a little extra for an extended warranty on the shingles you have purchased, which will also increase the price.
Other materials you need to consider include nails, cement, ridge vents, flashing, starter shingles, and moisture barriers. Again, the price will rise with these additions.
The Cost of Installation & Labor
For most professionals—licensed and insured roofers—the cost of labor and the installation will about around 60% of the total estimate you receive, and thus the most expensive thing you are paying for. It is worth it, though, to have professionals do the job right.
However, it is difficult to determine what contractors charge for labor. In 2017, the median cost of hiring a roofer was around $18.00-$20.00 an hour. If your old roof is being replaced, you can expect a higher labor cost, since more time needs to be taken on the project.
Repairs and reinforcement are not as costly as a new roof. Sometimes a roofing contractor will charge around $100 for a patch-up job. Reinforcements, on the other hand, can cost you around $10,000.
Final Thoughts
Going DIY can help shave off some of the cost of a roofing job, but if you are hiring a roofing contractor, you need to also consider the expertise involved. Whichever way you decide to go about the job, just remember that the materials you need to solve the problem—whether that’s replacing a section of roof or getting a whole new one—need to be calculated. Do a little research, and you will have no problems figuring out the estimated cost or, simply get started by giving our team of experts a call today!
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