Roofing Estimate Template
The short answer
An asphalt shingle replacement on a typical US single-family home bills $5,000–$15,000 in 2026, or $450–$750 per square (100 square feet) installed; repairs are a separate market at $300–$600 for a shingle section and $200–$500 for flashing. The replacement figure moves with measured squares, how many layers come off, pitch and stories, the length of eaves and valleys that need ice and water shield, and how many chimneys, skylights and pipe boots need flashing. Rotten decking adds $75–$150 per sheet once the tear-off shows the count. Permit and dumpster costs belong in the rate or on their own lines. Price repairs as service calls with a $250–$350 minimum rather than as a slice of your per-square rate. Inspections bill $150–$300 and are commonly credited toward repairs approved on the spot, and an emergency tarp at $300–$800 is invoiced on its own right away.
A roofing estimate answers the customer's first question, roughly what will this cost, with enough detail that the answer holds up. Use this template for a quick number with a validity date, send it for online approval, and convert the approved estimate to an invoice with the next number. When the job has options or needs a signature and a deposit, use a proposal instead.
What belongs in a roofing estimate
Roofing proposals are priced per square and lost on the details: decking replacement, ice and water shield coverage, flashing, ventilation, and what the dumpster and permit cost. Quote the tear-off and the install as separate lines, state the shingle product and warranty tier, and make the upgrades optional: architectural to designer shingles, ridge vent, gutter replacement. Decking replacement should be a per-sheet allowance in the terms, since nobody knows the count until the tear-off.
Typical roofing prices in 2026
What roofing jobs commonly cost in the US. Your market, your costs and the job in front of you decide your number; use these ranges to check it.
| Job | Typical price | Unit | Usually includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof inspection | $150–$300 | per inspection | Roof walk, photos and written findings, credited toward approved repairs |
| Repair service minimum | $250–$350 | per visit | Trip, diagnosis and a small fix with a written warranty |
| Shingle repair, small section | $300–$600 | per job | Matching shingles replaced, nails sealed, debris removed from the site |
| Flashing repair | $200–$500 | per job | Chimney, valley or wall flashing reset or replaced and sealed |
| Emergency tarp or leak response | $300–$800 | per job | Same-day tarp secured over the leak area, billed separately |
| Asphalt shingle replacement | $450–$750 | per square | Tear-off, disposal, underlayment, shingles, flashing, vents and labor |
| Full replacement, single family | $5,000–$15,000 | per job | Complete asphalt reroof with permit, dumpster and cleanup |
| Decking replacement | $75–$150 | per sheet | Rotten sheathing cut out and replaced with new plywood or OSB |
| Gutter cleaning | $100–$250 | per visit | Gutters cleared by hand, downspouts flushed, debris bagged and hauled |
Typical ranges as of September 2026 · US national. Editorial ranges for typical US residential roofing jobs, checked against Numulo's published roofing pricing guide. Sources: Numulo: what to charge for roofing work in 2026, Numulo 2026 trade pricing report.
Sample line items
Realistic 2026 US pricing for a typical job. Every number is editable; optional items are the ones the customer decides on.
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tear off one layer of asphalt shingles, 24 squares, dumpster and disposal | 24 | $95.00 | $2,280.00 |
| Install architectural shingles, synthetic underlayment, ice and water at eaves and valleys | 24 | $385.00 | $9,240.00 |
| New drip edge, pipe boots, and step flashing | 1 | $780.00 | $780.00 |
| Building permit | 1 | $250.00 | $250.00 |
| Ridge vent, 60 ft, in place of box vents optional | 1 | $620.00 | $620.00 |
| Replace gutters and downspouts, 5 in seamless, 140 ft optional | 140 | $11.00 | $1,540.00 |
Required items: $12,550.00. Optional items if all are chosen: $2,160.00. Rate ranges for this trade are in what to charge for roofing work.
Terms that belong in a roofing estimate
Promise extended coverage on the bid: saying how long you stand behind roofing work separates your number from a cheaper one, and it costs nothing on the day you offer it. Put the terms on the estimate and they carry through to the invoice when the customer approves, then start counting down once that invoice is paid. From there warranty tracking keeps the coverage dates, an estimate of the labor and parts you could still owe, and any callback filed against the job.
Bigger job with options and a deposit? Use the roofing proposal template. Work already done? The roofing invoice template is free too.
Once the work is invoiced, getting paid is handled too: your pay instructions print on the invoice, part payments are tracked, and reminders go out on their own.
How the estimate gets approved
Send the link. The customer sees the items, the total, and the validity date, types their name, and approves. You get an email, and the estimate converts to an invoice with the next invoice number in one click, carrying the same client, items, and any deposit.
Frequently asked questions
How do I turn a roof measurement into squares for a bid?
One square is 100 square feet of roof surface, measured on the slope rather than the footprint. Order a satellite measurement report or measure on the roof, then add a waste allowance for cuts, hips, ridges and starter strip: around 10 to 15 percent on a simple gable roof and more on a cut-up hip roof. Bid on the total including waste.
How much should I charge for a roof repair?
Small shingle repairs commonly bill $300–$600 and flashing work $200–$500, with a service minimum of $250–$350. Price the repair as a service call: trip, diagnosis, fix and a written warranty. Dividing your replacement per-square rate down to a few shingles leaves you working for far less than the visit costs.
What should an emergency roof tarp cost?
Emergency tarping and leak response commonly bill $300–$800 depending on roof height, pitch and tarp size. Invoice it on its own as soon as the tarp is on. It is mitigation the homeowner's policy expects, and bundling it into a later replacement means you carry the cost until that job closes.
Should I charge for a roof inspection?
Yes, $150–$300 is the usual fee, with the charge credited toward any repair the homeowner approves on the spot. A paid inspection filters out people collecting free quotes for an insurance claim, and the credit keeps it fair for the customer who hires you. Deliver photos and written findings either way.
How do I price a steep or two-story roof?
Add a separate per-square charge for steep pitch and another for extra stories, sized from the added labor hours, harness and roof jack setup, and slower material handling. Keeping them as their own lines explains why this roof costs more than a neighbor's ranch house at the same square count.
What is the difference between an estimate and a proposal?
An estimate is a priced list with a validity date that the customer approves with a typed name. A proposal adds a written scope, optional items the customer can pick, terms, an electronic signature record, and automatic invoicing with a deposit on acceptance.
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