2026 planning examples
| Roof-area example | Model planning range |
|---|---|
| 1,000 sq. ft. · asphalt · typical roof | $5,300–$9,300 |
| 1,800 sq. ft. · asphalt · typical roof | $9,500–$16,700 |
| 2,500 sq. ft. · asphalt · typical roof | $13,100–$23,100 |
Canada-average model examples using standard selections unless stated otherwise. Rounded to the nearest $100; taxes are not automatically added.
Use roof area, not house floor area
A roof’s surface area changes with pitch, overhangs, attached sections and waste. Ask how the contractor measured the roof and what waste factor is included.
Write down the full assembly
Shingle brand and line, underlayment, ice-and-water membrane, flashing, vents, valleys and fasteners should be named. “Architectural shingles” alone does not define an equivalent scope.
Separate known work from unit prices
Deck replacement may not be fully visible before tear-off. A strong quote gives a unit price for plywood, deck boards or other discovered repairs instead of leaving the change open-ended.
Access and disposal are real cost drivers
Storeys, steepness, staging space and disposal distance affect labour and equipment. Confirm bin, dump fees, cleanup and magnetic nail collection in writing.
What usually moves a roof quote
Two roofs with the same square footage can price very differently. Before comparing totals, normalize the parts of the job that create the biggest spread.
- Tear-off: number of existing layers, disposal and whether deck repairs are priced separately.
- Pitch and access: steep slopes, multiple storeys, tight staging and difficult bin placement add labour.
- Details: valleys, skylights, chimneys, wall transitions, vents and complex flashing take more time than open roof field.
- Ventilation and membrane: confirm ridge/box vents, intake ventilation, ice-and-water membrane and underlayment rather than assuming they are included.
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Compare the quote, not just the shingle price
A lower total can simply mean a thinner scope. Put bids side-by-side and check whether tear-off, deck repair unit prices, flashing replacement, ventilation, disposal, cleanup, warranty terms and taxes are handled the same way.
Dollar examples are rounded outputs from Home Cost Canada’s editorial planning model, not observed contractor quotes or official government price lists. Review the assumptions and limitations before using them.
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Planning information only. Confirm scope, permits, site conditions, tax and final pricing with qualified local professionals.