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Roofing materials, compared

Every major roofing material, with real cost ranges and lifespan data — so you know what to expect before a contractor even shows up.

Asphalt Shingles

Asphalt shingles cost $9,000-$20,000 installed and last 15-30 years depending on grade. Compare 3-t…

Cedar Shake Roofing

Cedar shake costs $22,000-$38,000 installed and lasts 25-40 years. Learn fire-code requirements and…

Flat & Low-Slope Roofing

Flat roofing systems (TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen) cost $6,000-$18,000 and last 15-30 years. Common…

Metal Roofing

Metal roofing costs $22,000-$45,000 installed and lasts 40-70 years. Compare standing seam, corruga…

Slate Roofing

Natural slate costs $30,000-$60,000+ installed and can last 100+ years. Synthetic slate offers a si…

Solar Roofing

Solar-ready re-roofs add $1,200-$2,800 to a standard replacement. Compare solar shingles vs. tradit…

Synthetic & Composite Roofing

Synthetic composite roofing (shake-look, slate-look) costs $14,000-$26,000 installed and lasts 40-5…

Tile Roofing

Concrete and clay tile roofing costs $25,000-$45,000 installed and lasts 40-100 years. Common in Fl…