Metal Roof Cost Calculator

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Total roof deck area (not floor footprint). If you only know the floor area, multiply by the pitch factor to get the actual roof surface.
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Standing seam steel is the most popular choice for residential homes. Copper and zinc are premium options. Corrugated is the most economical.
Steeper pitches require extra labor and safety equipment, which adds 10-45% to the labor portion of your quote.
Most areas allow up to 2 layers of roofing before a full tear-off is required. Metal can sometimes be installed over an existing metal roof.
Industry standard is 10% for a simple gable roof. Add up to 15-25% for complex roofs with many valleys, hips or dormers.
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Labor and overhead vary widely. The mid range reflects the national median based on 2026 HomeGuide and This Old House data.
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Estimated total cost
$31,100

Material + labor + removal

Materials cost$11,440
Labor cost$17,160
Old roof removal$2,500
Cost per sq ft$15.55
Material area needed2,200sq ft
Roofing squares20

Estimated project cost: $31,100

  • Your Standing Seam Steel roof covers 20.0 roofing squares (2000 sq ft).
  • Labor accounts for about 55% of your estimate, which is typical for metal roofing.
  • Standing seam steel is the most popular choice for residential metal roofing: a strong balance of durability (40-70 years), aesthetics and cost.

Next stepGet at least 3 quotes from licensed metal roofing contractors. Your all-in estimate of $15.55/sq ft is a useful benchmark for comparing bids.

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