Metal Roof Price Calculator

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Metal Roof Price Calculator

Estimate the cost of a metal roof for your home.

Your estimated metal roof cost will appear here.

Understanding Metal Roof Pricing

Metal roofing has become a popular choice for homeowners due to its durability, longevity, energy efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. While the initial investment can be higher than traditional asphalt shingles, the long-term benefits often make it a cost-effective solution. This calculator helps you estimate the total cost of a new metal roof based on key factors.

Factors Influencing Metal Roof Cost:

  • Roof Area: The larger your roof, the more materials and labor will be required.
  • Material Type & Cost: Metal roofs come in various materials (steel, aluminum, copper, zinc) and styles (standing seam, corrugated, shingles, tiles). Each has a different price point per square foot.
  • Installation Complexity: Steep pitches, numerous valleys, dormers, skylights, and chimneys can increase labor time and cost.
  • Underlayment and Accessories: This includes the protective layers beneath the metal panels, flashing, fasteners, vents, and gutters.
  • Old Roof Removal: If an old roof needs to be torn off and disposed of, this adds to the labor and waste disposal costs.
  • Permits and Fees: Local building codes often require permits for re-roofing projects, which incur fees.
  • Labor Rates: Installation costs vary significantly by region and the expertise of the contractor.

How the Calculator Works:

This calculator breaks down the estimated cost into several components:

  • Material Cost: Calculated by multiplying your roof area (in square feet) by the cost per square foot of the chosen metal material. Roof Area * Material Cost per sq ft
  • Installation Cost: Estimated by multiplying your roof area by the contractor's installation rate per square foot. Roof Area * Installation Cost per sq ft
  • Underlayment & Accessories: A fixed cost for essential components like underlayment, flashing, and fasteners.
  • Tear-off & Disposal Cost: Calculated by multiplying your roof area by the cost per square foot for removing and disposing of the old roofing material. Roof Area * Tear-off & Disposal Cost per sq ft
  • Permit & Inspection Fees: A fixed cost for administrative requirements.

The total estimated cost is the sum of all these individual components. Remember that this is an estimate, and actual quotes from contractors may vary. It's always recommended to get multiple quotes from reputable roofing professionals.

Example Calculation:

Let's consider a home with a roof area of 1,800 sq ft.

  • Material Cost per sq ft: $4.00
  • Installation Cost per sq ft: $5.50
  • Underlayment & Accessories: $750
  • Tear-off & Disposal Cost per sq ft: $1.75
  • Permit & Inspection Fees: $350

Calculations:

  • Material Cost: 1800 sq ft * $4.00/sq ft = $7,200
  • Installation Cost: 1800 sq ft * $5.50/sq ft = $9,900
  • Underlayment & Accessories: $750
  • Tear-off & Disposal Cost: 1800 sq ft * $1.75/sq ft = $3,150
  • Permit & Inspection Fees: $350
Total Estimated Cost: $7,200 + $9,900 + $750 + $3,150 + $350 = $21,350

function calculateMetalRoofPrice() { var roofArea = parseFloat(document.getElementById("roofArea").value); var materialCostPerSqFt = parseFloat(document.getElementById("materialCostPerSqFt").value); var installationCostPerSqFt = parseFloat(document.getElementById("installationCostPerSqFt").value); var underlaymentCost = parseFloat(document.getElementById("underlaymentCost").value); var tearOffCostPerSqFt = parseFloat(document.getElementById("tearOffCostPerSqFt").value); var permitCost = parseFloat(document.getElementById("permitCost").value); var resultDiv = document.getElementById("result"); resultDiv.innerHTML = ""; // Clear previous results if (isNaN(roofArea) || roofArea <= 0 || isNaN(materialCostPerSqFt) || materialCostPerSqFt < 0 || isNaN(installationCostPerSqFt) || installationCostPerSqFt < 0 || isNaN(underlaymentCost) || underlaymentCost < 0 || isNaN(tearOffCostPerSqFt) || tearOffCostPerSqFt < 0 || isNaN(permitCost) || permitCost < 0) { resultDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter valid positive numbers for all fields."; return; } var totalMaterialCost = roofArea * materialCostPerSqFt; var totalInstallationCost = roofArea * installationCostPerSqFt; var totalTearOffCost = roofArea * tearOffCostPerSqFt; var totalCost = totalMaterialCost + totalInstallationCost + underlaymentCost + totalTearOffCost + permitCost; resultDiv.innerHTML = "Estimated Total Cost: $" + totalCost.toFixed(2) + ""; }

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