Skip to content Realizing that you need your roof replaced can cause homeowners to feel a bit of anxiety, largely due to uncertainty about the costs you’ll face. But most homeowners start to feel better once they get an idea — or even better, an itemized estimate — of the price for a new roof.
We’ll try to help by outlining the general price range for a new roof and sharing some of the most important factors that influence pricing.
Roofing prices vary considerably from one situation to the next. However, the basic price range for a new roof in Ohio ranges from about $4,500 to $20,000 or more (and some high-end projects may even approach the $50,000 price range). But in terms of the statistical average, This Old House reports a figure of $6,831.
A variety of factors help determine the exact price you’ll pay, and we’ll dive into many of these considerations later. However, the size of your home and the roofing material you choose will generally play the largest role in determining the cost of your new roof, so we’ll discuss those parameters now.
The roof material you choose is an important consideration as it not only influences the total cost of the project, but it is also one factor you can control. According to figures compiled by This Old House, the average cost for a new roof using the following materials is:
$5,222
$10,554
$17,531
$12,667
You obviously can’t change the size of your home, and there are a number of other factors that’ll determine the exact costs you’ll face, but it’s helpful for providing a rough estimate.
Again, the only way to know for certain what you’ll pay for roof replacement is to contact a professional roofer and obtain an estimate. However, the following factors will play a large part in determining the overall cost of roof replacement in Ohio.
It’s important to understand that your home’s square footage and the size of your roof are two entirely different things. A two-story home may have twice the square footage as another home with a roof of the same size.
For example, in the pricing information we provided above, it’s assumed that a 2,500-square-foot home will be two stories. But if you have a 2,500-square-foot ranch house, your roofing costs will likely be higher, as your roof will be larger than a two-story house with the same square footage.
Aside from your roof’s size and the materials you select, your roof’s pitch is one of the most influential factors that’ll affect the price. Most roofs have relatively moderate pitch angles, and this is reflected in the average prices we shared earlier.
However, the costs associated with replacing roofs with steep pitch angles are often higher for several reasons. For starters, high-pitch angles have more surface area, which means more materials are needed to complete the project. Additionally, steep roofs present labor and safety challenges due to the simple fact that the working conditions are more challenging.
Low-slope roofs also present challenges, but these mostly relate to material choice, so replacement doesn’t automatically cost more for low-slope roofs.
Roof replacement can occur in one of two ways: The new roofing materials can be added directly on top of the existing roof (known as a roof-over replacement), or the existing roof can be removed and the new materials added directly to the roof deck (called a tear-off replacement).
Roof-over replacements are typically much less expensive than full tear-offs, as there is less labor involved for the crews, and the contractor doesn’t have to pay to dispose of the old roofing materials.
But while many homeowners prefer roof-over replacement, it isn’t always an option. It’s prohibited by building codes in some places, and some roofs lack the structural stability to support two full roofs. Additionally, it can usually only be carried out once, so if you already have a two-layer roof, you’ll have to have a complete tear-off completed.
Simply put, some contractors charge higher rates than others. Some like to position themselves as a premium option and charge higher prices, while others market themselves as budget-friendly options and offer lower rates than most other contractors. However, the bulk of the contractors serving Ohio tend to position themselves somewhere between these two extremes.
There’s nothing wrong with opting for a premium contractor if your budget allows and you feel that the higher costs are justified. And in some cases, you may not have the budget to afford anything other than the most budget-friendly contractor you can find. But do keep in mind that you tend to get what you pay for, which means that cut-rate contractors may cut corners that you’ll have to address (i.e. pay for) in the future.
Different roofing projects will require different permits and be required to comply with different codes — two things that may significantly alter the price of a reroofing project.
For example, while all roofing projects in Ohio have to comply with state-wide codes, there are also codes that are imposed at the local level by cities and counties. This means your reroofing project may be more expensive than a similar project located two towns away.
Additionally, the costs for permits vary from location to location.
The factors discussed above will affect the costs associated with almost all reroofing projects. However, there are other potential costs, which may or may not be applicable to your situation. A few of the best examples include:
Still have questions about the price of a new roof in Ohio? We’ve rounded up a few of the most common questions homeowners often have and answered them below.
Statistically speaking, the average new roof in Ohio costs a little less than $7,000. However, some may cost as little as $4,500, while others may cost more than $20,000.
You’ll want to discuss tax implications with your accountant, but in most cases, you cannot claim a new roof on your income taxes.
The most expensive part of a roof replacement is generally not the materials; it’s the labor involved in attaching the materials to your home. However, this may not always be true at the extreme ends of the price spectrum. For example, slate roofing materials are expensive enough that they may exceed the price of the labor involved in the project.
On average, most Ohio roofs last about 20 to 25 years. However, some may need replacement after only 15 years, while others (such as slate, metal, or clay roofs) may last for 50 years or more.
Homeowners’ insurance companies differ pretty significantly, so there is no single, widely agreed upon age at which they’ll consider a roof “old.” However, most insurers begin looking at roofs very carefully once they reach 15 to 20 years of age.
If your roof is damaged by a covered event (such as a hailstorm), your homeowners’ insurance policy will likely cover the replacement costs.
Spring and fall are generally the best times of year to have a roof replaced in Ohio, as the temperatures are relatively mild and conducive to roofing work.
When it comes time to have your home’s roof replaced, be sure to partner with Asbury Roofing & Siding — the contractor Ohio homeowners can trust to deliver the service and craftsmanship they deserve. We’ve been providing roofing solutions across Northeastern and Central Ohio since 2021, and we’d love to help your family enjoy a new roof that’s as attractive as it is functional.
Contact us now to schedule your free estimate. We’ll gladly take a look at your existing roof, identify any problems it presents, and outline some of the best replacement options available.
