Roofing is priced per 'square' (100 sq ft of roof). For asphalt shingle replacement, expect $350-$550 per square installed in 2026 (materials + labour), plus tear-off ($100-$150/sq), dump fees ($400-$1,200), and permit costs. This guide covers measuring with pitch correction, itemising materials and labour, sample quote breakdowns, deck-damage language, and the common mistakes that cost roofers their margin.
For an average 2,000 sq ft home (about 25 squares), expect $14,000-$22,000 for an architectural asphalt shingle replacement, fully installed.
Most contractors use 14-30 days. For longer validity, include a material escalation clause that lets you re-price if supplier costs rise more than a stated percentage.
Yes — itemise it as part of tear-off. Most quotes include 'replacement of up to X sheets of damaged decking' in the base price, with a stated per-sheet rate for additional sheets.
Manufacturer warranty covers the shingles themselves (25-50 years from the manufacturer). Workmanship warranty covers your install (10-25 years from the contractor). Both should appear on the quote separately.
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