New Roof Cost in Colorado Springs, CO: 2027 Local Prices
Use your home size and roof pitch in Colorado Springs, CO
Change the size or pitch and every price below reprices. We start at 7/12, a common Colorado slope; at 9/12 and steeper, expect harness and jack work in the bid.
Our model puts a new asphalt roof in Colorado Springs, CO at $12,910 to $19,670, based on a typical 2,460 sq. ft. single-story house. That covers a 7/12 roof of about 3,014 sq. ft. - 30.1 squares - with tear-off of the current shingles, new materials and the crew.
Per square - the hundred-square-foot unit every roofing bid uses - this job lands at $522.15 installed. Upgrades change the picture: $14,520 to $22,130 for 50-year architectural shingles, or a starting point near $29,560 for steel shingles.
That is about $520 above the statewide figure of $12,480 to $19,030, a typical Colorado Springs premium for labor, permits and insurance. Every one of the 50 Colorado Springs ZIP codes in El Paso County uses the prices on this page.
New Roof Prices in Colorado Springs, CO, Material by Material
Use this table two ways: to pick a material you can afford, and to spot a quote that sits far outside the normal band for Colorado Springs, CO.
| Material | Installed cost | Estimate | Per square |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | |||
| Asphalt shingles, 30-year | $12,910 to $19,670 | $15,740 | $522.15 |
| Architectural shingles, 50-year | $14,520 to $22,130 | $17,700 | $587.28 |
| Metal | |||
| Steel shingles | $29,560 to $45,060 | $36,050 | $1,196.17 |
| Aluminum shingles | $32,860 to $50,080 | $40,070 | $1,329.39 |
| Standing seam metal | $39,930 to $60,860 | $48,690 | $1,615.58 |
| Stone-coated steel tiles | $40,800 to $62,200 | $49,760 | $1,651.10 |
| Flat / low-slope membranes (priced on the 2,460 sq. ft. footprint) | |||
| EPDM rubber membrane | $19,710 to $25,600 | $22,650 | $920.73 |
| TPO membrane, 60-mil | $16,960 to $22,030 | $19,500 | $792.44 |
| PVC membrane, 60-mil | $20,510 to $26,640 | $23,580 | $958.23 |
These figures are not separate guesses. They run through our roof replacement calculator, metal roof calculator and flat roof calculator with the Mountain regional factor, which lands pitched roofs 2% below the U.S. average.
Price per Year of Roof
The real cost of a roof is price divided by the years it lasts. Hover a bar: metal costs more up front and less per year.
Service lives follow the climate-bell model above (asphalt peaks in moderate regions; metal assumes correct installation); prices are the Colorado Springs, CO estimates above.
What Pushes a Colorado Springs, CO Roof Quote Up or Down
Line items, not markup, explain most bid gaps. Priced on the 30.1-square roof in this guide:
- Strip and haul. Expect roughly $4,230 of the bid for one layer off. Each extra layer underneath raises it again, by about $2,740 for the second.
- Roof shape. When every side of the roof slopes down to a gutter (a hip design), add close to $1,500 over a two-sided gable. Plenty of dormers and valleys raise the add-on to about $2,530.
- Building height. Same roof, two stories up: about $1,250 more, mostly labor and safety staging.
- Roof windows. Each skylight in the scope adds roughly $350 - cheaper now than as a separate job later.
- Roof deck. Ask every bidder for a per-sheet plywood or OSB price. It turns the biggest unknown on the job into a known number.
- Accessories. Ridge vents, pipe flashing and drip edge belong in the scope. If the gutters are due too, run them through the gutter cost calculator.
- Permit, dumpster, cleanup. Each town sets its own fees. Get them written into the price, along with a magnetic nail sweep of the yard.
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$15,740quotes usually $12,910 – $19,670
Based on this page's 3,014 sq. ft. roof at 7/12 and Colorado Springs, CO pricing. Not included: skylights, gutters, replacement decking.
Put every quote on one sheet with the same rows - removal, underlayment, ice barrier, flashing, ventilation, decking, permit - and the real differences show.
Roof Stressors in Colorado
Averages for Colorado: summer highs around 85°F, winter highs around 39°F, winter lows around 14°F. The map below files it under Region 1. The weather above points to a few specific risks for Colorado roofs.
Hail. A single hailstorm can total a roof in Colorado. Ask for an impact-rated shingle quote alongside the standard one, and ask your insurer whether it earns a discount.
Heavy snow. Weeks of snow cover keep the roof wet and loaded. A sound deck, tight fastening and a steeper pitch all help; metal sheds snow fastest.
Heat. With summer highs near 85°F, attic temperatures soar. Good ventilation and a reflective cool-roof shingle keep the roof deck - and the cooling bill - lower.
Wildfire risk. Debris in gutters and valleys catches embers easily. Choose a fire-rated covering, keep the roof clean, and ask about screened, ember-resistant vents.
At altitude the sunlight is stronger, which fades and dries roof coverings faster.
Where Shingles Live Longest: the Climate Bell
Asphalt life peaks in the moderate middle (Region 3) and falls toward BOTH ends of the map above - cold regions destroy shingles with ice dams, hot ones bake them. Note the middle columns: shingles marketed as “lifetime” are good for about 25 real-world years at best - Colorado is Region 1. Hover any column.
low pitch holds snow and ice - it costs the most years in cold regions
Planning figures from our climate model, for ventilation-correct installs - a baked, unvented attic can take years off any column. Pitch adjusts the asphalt columns only; metal sheds snow at any sane pitch.
Roof Replacement Cost Near You
Is Metal Worth It in Colorado Springs, CO?
Metal roofs come in a few families, and they do different jobs. The prices below are for a typical 2,460 sq. ft. single-story house in Colorado Springs, CO.
- Standing seam: $39,930 to $60,860. This is the classic metal roof: smooth vertical panels, fasteners tucked under the seam. It suits simple roof shapes and owners who plan to stay. Over architectural shingles, expect about $30,990 more.
- Steel shingles: $29,560 to $45,060. Aluminum shingles: $32,860 to $50,080. Short interlocking pieces stamped to look like asphalt, shake or slate. A good pick for a busy roofline, or for owners who want metal without the barn look. Steel stands up to hail better; aluminum stands up to salt air better.
- Stone-coated steel: $40,800 to $62,200. Steel panels covered in crushed stone and shaped like clay tile or wood shake. The texture hides hail marks and softens rain noise.
- Copper: custom quote only. Copper sits above every other metal in price and is bid job by job, so it has no line in our calculator. It is the roof of old churches and city landmarks. On a house it makes the most sense on a small, visible spot or a historic home.
Shingle roofs in Colorado often fail at the eaves first, where ice builds up and water backs in. Metal is slick, so snow lets go before that ice ridge can form. The edge stays sound, and the roof can go two or three times as long as asphalt.
Metal survives hail without leaking, but it can dent. Check whether the warranty and your insurance policy cover cosmetic damage. Owners who stay put get the most from metal, because the long service life is where the savings sit. Want a firmer metal number? Try the metal roof calculator with your measurements.
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Best Season for a New Roof in Colorado Springs, CO
Cold winters (highs around 39°F) push most re-roofing into the warm months, when shingle seal strips can bond. Get bids in late winter to secure a spring or summer slot.
Storm chasers follow hail and wind. Hire a roofer with a local office and proof of insurance, and never sign over insurance proceeds on the spot.
Colorado Springs, CO Flat Roof Replacement Cost
A flat roof the size of this home's 2,460 sq. ft. footprint would run, in Colorado Springs, CO:
- EPDM rubber: $19,710 to $25,600. Think of a heavy inner tube spread over the deck. The seams are glued, not welded, and over time they are its weak spot. It earns its place on small, simple roofs and in cold places.
- TPO, 60-mil: $16,960 to $22,030. The bright white membrane on many new commercial and home flat roofs. Hot-air welded seams turn the sheets into one skin. Pick it for a sunny roof over living space.
- PVC, 60-mil: $20,510 to $26,640. PVC is the one to pay up for when the roof works hard: a deck with chairs on it, a grill, a corner that never quite dries. Its welded seams and chemical resistance outlast the cheaper sheets there.
Ranked by price for this home, TPO is cheapest, EPDM is next, and PVC costs the most. Tear-off of one existing layer and new polyiso board are part of each figure. A small section will price higher per square foot. Water that pools and freezes on a flat roof opens seams over time. Re-roofing is the moment to fix low spots with tapered board. Price your exact membrane, insulation thickness and drains with the flat roof calculator.
With winter lows near 14°F, pick the membrane for its seams and its drainage, not its color. Welded seams and tapered board at low spots keep ice out of the joints.
Roofing Prices in Other Colorado Cities
The same 30-year shingle roof in other large Colorado cities, with distance from Colorado Springs:
- Aurora, CO: $12,870 to $19,620, about 60 miles north
- Denver, CO: $12,970 to $19,770, about 60 miles north
- Lakewood, CO: $12,830 to $19,560, about 60 miles north
- Fort Collins, CO: $12,720 to $19,390, about 120 miles north
The same crews work Cimarron Hills, Security-Widefield, Fort Carson, Manitou Springs and Woodland Park, so these prices apply there too. Statewide prices and the full city list: Colorado roofing cost guide.
Answers for Colorado Springs, CO Homeowners
How many days will my roof replacement take?
Most shingle re-roofs on a house this size (3,014 sq. ft. of roof) finish within a few working days. Extra layers, steep pitch or rain add time; metal takes longer.
When does a home policy pay for roofing?
Insurance covers storm and impact damage, not wear. A worn-out roof is a maintenance cost - here about $12,910 to $19,670 for asphalt. After a storm, take photos and have a roofer look before you open a claim. Storm deductibles in Colorado are often a percentage of coverage rather than a flat amount, so the out-of-pocket share can be large.
What does a roof square mean on a quote?
Start with the area under the roof, including garages and porches, then allow for slope and waste. A 2,460 sq. ft. footprint at 7/12 becomes roughly 30.1 squares (3,014 sq. ft.). Compare bids on the same count.
Should my roofer get a permit in Colorado?
Rules vary by town, but a full re-roof usually needs a permit. Expect your roofer to obtain it and to schedule any inspection.
Calculators for this job: Roof Replacement Calculator · Metal Roof Calculator · Flat Roof Calculator · Gutter Cost Calculator · Attic Insulation Calculator · Roof Heat Cable Calculator
Where prices come from: our roofing calculators, a Mountain adjustment and yearly inflation. Real bids depend on your roof, so ask several contractors to quote the same work.
Quick Answers
Answers use Colorado averages; energy prices updated October 2026.
What time of year is best for a new roof in Colorado?
The warm months. With winter afternoons near 39°F in Colorado, shingle adhesive strips struggle to bond, so most crews book late spring into early fall; a cold-weather job needs hand-sealed tabs.
Does a new roof in Colorado need an ice barrier membrane?
Yes. Colorado averages winter lows near 14°F, cold enough for ice dams. Ask for self-adhering membrane along the eaves, in valleys and around chimneys; local code may set how far up it must run.
Does metal roofing make sense in Colorado?
For long-term owners, often. Winter lows near 14°F mean snow and freeze-thaw in Colorado; metal sheds the snow and resists both. Plan snow guards wherever sliding snow could land on people.
Will a lighter roof lower cooling costs in Colorado?
Only a little. Winter lows around 14°F mean heating dominates the energy bill in Colorado; spend first on attic insulation and air sealing.
Can new shingles go on top of the old roof?
Sometimes, if only one layer is on now and local code allows a second. A full tear-off costs more but exposes the deck, so rotted boards get replaced rather than buried.
Run your own numbers: Roof replacement calculator or Metal roof cost calculator.
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