What Does a New Roof Cost?
Cost of a Roof with Asphalt Shingles:
Farm Houses and Ranch Style - New Roof Cost
What does a new roof cost is the most critical question, and often will determine the result of the project. It’s the age-old adage, “You get what you pay for.” The direction I have chosen is the Certainteed route. I’ve been in the industry for a long time and have seen many different shingle brands. They all have had their black eyes. The Landmark and Northgate shingle being produced in Shakopee, MN, has been pretty trouble-free. If there is an issue, I have the confidence it will be taken care of, and that goes a long way. There is nothing worse than a company that will not stand behind their product. It’s simple. As the homeowner, you are hopefully trusting what I’m telling you, and as a roofing contractor, I believe what the manufacturer tells me. I have tested this with Certainteed, and they have passed my standards. The cost of a new roof really depends on the age of the home and the condition.
An early 20th-century farmhouse can be loaded with surprises that might include re-sheeting the roof, re-framing things that have rotted, and the pitch is always steep! The wide range I have experienced in Southern Minnesota is $10,000-$20,000. This is a cost with a wide range, of course, but there is a multitude of things that affect these numbers in farmhouses. It usually ends upright in the middle with re-sheet. Re-sheet is required because many of these older homes had wood shakes that would accommodate spaces in the roof boards. Larger areas meant less roof board material and cost savings back when these homes were constructed.
Homes built after 1970 tend to be a little more straight forward. But just like everything, it’s very tough to get an idea by calling your roofing contractor and discussing prices over the phone. These homes, like farmhouses, can have multiple layers that add to the cost. If a roof has gone too long and has been leaking, rot repair is also needed. Based on my experience, the range on an average home from this era can fall between $8,000-$12,000 complete with materials, labor, and disposal.
Cost of a Roof with Stone Coated Steel Shingles
People tend to be pretty adamant about a steel roof until they get the price. It’s a product that performs and has a different look that is pretty attractive. The technology has come along way from the first versions, not appearing random and seams that were easily seen. The math just isn’t there for me yet. A stone coated steel shingle is three times the price of an asphalt roof on average and will last twice as long. Straight roofs without end walls and headwalls can be much less expensive because the siding doesn’t need to be removed. Homes with steel siding and cement siding on these transitions can become tricky because removing and replacing is another expense that needs to be addressed. The accessory list of stone coated steel shingles is a little more to navigate than the average roofing contractor is willing to deal with, and that can be intimidating. Back on pricing, which is the whole point of this blog. A ranch-style house that’s around 2500 Sq ft. factor between $20,000-$30,000 depending on the type of stone coated shingle chosen. A farmhouse built in the early 1900s is a shot in the dark.
About Rooftop Solutions
Looking for a new roof and live in or around New Richland, Albert Lea, Owatonna, or Mankato Minnesota? Maybe you just want to discuss the life left in your roof. Expect an honest and educated answer from me.
Brandon Kroeger 507-400-7663