How Much Does a New Roof Cost in Lakewood, CO? (2027)
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A roof's pitch is its rise in inches over twelve inches of run. Steeper roofs like 9/12 need roof jacks and harness work, so they cost more. We assume 7/12 for Colorado; pick yours above.
Budget $12,830 to $19,560 to strip and re-shingle a typical 2,460 sq. ft. single-story house in Lakewood, CO with standard asphalt. The job we priced has 30.1 squares of roofing (3,014 sq. ft.) on a 7/12 slope; removing one existing layer, labor and materials are all counted.
Ask any roofer for a per-square price and compare it with ours: $519.18 per square, installed. If you want architectural 50-year shingles instead, plan on $14,430 to $22,000; metal opens at about $29,400 with steel shingles.
Compared with $12,480 to $19,030 statewide, the Lakewood market adds about $430. Our prices apply across the 6 ZIP codes that carry the Lakewood name, in Jefferson County.
Lakewood, CO Roof Replacement: Price per Material
The roof stays the same size in every row below; only the covering changes. Each price includes tear-off of one layer, and the range shows how far honest bids usually spread.
| Material | Installed cost | Estimate | Per square |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | |||
| Asphalt shingles, 30-year | $12,830 to $19,560 | $15,650 | $519.18 |
| Architectural shingles, 50-year | $14,430 to $22,000 | $17,600 | $583.94 |
| Metal | |||
| Steel shingles | $29,400 to $44,810 | $35,850 | $1,189.37 |
| Aluminum shingles | $32,670 to $49,800 | $39,840 | $1,321.83 |
| Standing seam metal | $39,700 to $60,520 | $48,410 | $1,606.39 |
| Stone-coated steel tiles | $40,570 to $61,850 | $49,480 | $1,641.72 |
| Flat / low-slope membranes (priced on the 2,460 sq. ft. footprint) | |||
| EPDM rubber membrane | $19,600 to $25,450 | $22,530 | $915.49 |
| TPO membrane, 60-mil | $16,870 to $21,910 | $19,390 | $787.93 |
| PVC membrane, 60-mil | $20,400 to $26,490 | $23,440 | $952.78 |
Shingle rows use the same math as our roof replacement calculator; metal rows follow the metal roof calculator, and membranes follow the flat roof calculator. All of them carry the Mountain cost adjustment, which puts shingles and metal 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 Lakewood, CO estimates above.
The Line Items Behind a Lakewood, CO Roofing Bid
Most of the spread between roofers comes from a handful of line items. For a 30.1-square roof at Lakewood, CO prices:
- Tear-off. About $4,200 of the quote pays to strip and dispose of one layer; if the roofer finds two layers, figure another $2,730 or so.
- Design. Simple gables are the cheapest to cover. Figure about $1,490 more for a hip roof, or about $2,520 more when dormers and valleys cut it up.
- Access. Raise this roof a story and expect about $1,250 on top of the price, for staging, hauling and slower work.
- Skylights. Swapping or adding a skylight costs around $350 each at Lakewood, CO rates.
- Decking. Nobody can see rotten plywood until the shingles come off. Get a written per-sheet replacement price so a surprise has a fixed cost.
- Trim items. Chimney flashing, pipe boots, ridge vents and drip edge may or may not be in a bid. Gutters usually are not - the gutter cost calculator prices them.
- Town fees. Building permits and container rental are local costs; check whether each bid includes them.
Build Your Roof Scope
Pick the options that match your house; the figure reprices instantly with this page's Lakewood, CO numbers.
$15,650quotes usually $12,830 – $19,560
Same 3,014 sq. ft. roof at 7/12, priced with our roofing and metal calculators at Lakewood, CO rates. Decking repairs, skylights and gutters are extra.
Compare scope first and price second. A bid that skips new flashing or a decking allowance only looks cheaper.
How Colorado Weather Ages a Roof
Climate Region 1 on the map below covers Colorado. Average winter highs run about 39°F, overnight lows about 14°F, and summer afternoons about 85°F. Below are the stresses that matter most for a Colorado roof, and what to ask for because of them.
Hail. Granule loss and cracked mats from hail shorten a roof's life even when nothing leaks yet. Impact-rated products resist that, and some policies reward them.
Snow load. Deep, heavy snow tests the decking and framing as much as the shingles. During tear-off, ask the roofer to report any sagging or soft deck so it gets fixed before the new layer goes on.
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.
Fire season. Wind-blown embers are the main threat to roofs near wildland. Fire-rated roofing, ember-resistant vents and clear gutters matter more than appearance here.
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
Metal Roofing Prices in Lakewood, CO
Metal is not one product. Long panels, metal shingles, stone-coated tiles and copper each solve a different problem, and the price gap between them is wide.
- Standing seam: $39,700 to $60,520. Long panels run from ridge to eave and lock together at raised seams, with the clips hidden underneath. No screws go through the face, so there are far fewer places for a leak to start. On this roof it runs about $30,820 more than architectural shingles.
- Steel shingles: $29,400 to $44,810. Aluminum shingles: $32,670 to $49,800. The look of a regular roof with the life of metal. These pieces work on steep or complicated roofs. Steel resists dents; aluminum resists corrosion.
- Stone-coated steel: $40,570 to $61,850. A steel base under a granule finish. You get the tile look at a small part of the weight of real tile.
- Copper: custom quote only. Copper is a craft job, so we leave it out of the calculator and you will need a custom bid. It costs the most of any metal by a wide margin. A small copper accent over a bay window gives you the look without the whole-roof bill.
Metal sheds snow fast, and that starves ice dams before they start. Less ice at the eaves means fewer leaks, less rot, and a roof that lasts decades longer than asphalt in this cold. Snow guards keep the slide away from doors.
Hail marks show most on thin, smooth panels. A heavier gauge, a textured finish or a stone coat keeps them out of sight. Metal pays off for long-term owners. If a move is likely within a few years, architectural shingles usually give better value. Price a specific panel, gauge and finish with the metal roof calculator.
When to Re-Roof in Lakewood, CO
With winter afternoons near 39°F, roofers do their best work between spring and late fall. Winter jobs are possible, but tabs may need hand sealing.
After a big storm, out-of-area crews go door to door. Before signing, confirm liability and workers' compensation insurance, a local address, and any license your state or town requires.
Membrane Roof Costs in Lakewood, CO
Low-slope sections need a sealed membrane instead of shingles. Priced across the whole 2,460 sq. ft. footprint, a membrane roof in Lakewood, CO costs:
- EPDM rubber: $19,600 to $25,450. A rubber membrane with a long track record. It comes in large rolls, so a small roof may need no seam at all. Choose it where the roof is shaded or out of sight and the winters are hard.
- TPO, 60-mil: $16,870 to $21,910. It goes down in sheets that the crew fuses together with a hot-air gun, so there are no glued seams to fail. A common pick when the flat roof sits over a bedroom or a kitchen.
- PVC, 60-mil: $20,400 to $26,490. The premium white membrane: welded seams, a strong fire rating, and good resistance to puddles and chemicals. It fits roofs that carry foot traffic or hold water after a storm.
On this footprint TPO comes in lowest, EPDM sits in the middle and PVC costs the most. These figures assume polyiso insulation and one layer removed. Small roofs carry a premium because setup is the same for any size. 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. Need another membrane or insulation level? The flat roof calculator prices it.
Snow load and slow melt are the test in Colorado. Any of the three can pass it if the seams are done right and the water has a clear path off the roof. Ask how the bid handles drains and low corners.
Compare Lakewood With Other Colorado Cities
How Lakewood compares with other Colorado cities on the standard asphalt roof:
- Denver, CO, 7 mi east: $12,970 to $19,770
- Aurora, CO, 15 mi east: $12,870 to $19,620
- Fort Collins, CO, 60 mi north: $12,720 to $19,390
- Colorado Springs, CO, 60 mi south: $12,910 to $19,670
Roofers serving Lakewood also cover Arvada, Englewood, Littleton, Westminster and Boulder, generally at similar prices. For statewide figures, see the Colorado roofing cost guide.
Lakewood, CO Roofing Questions
How many squares is my roof?
A square is a hundred square feet of roof surface. For this 2,460 sq. ft. footprint at a 7/12 pitch, figure about 30.1 squares (3,014 sq. ft.). Use the same number when you compare bids.
How many working days does a new roof need?
A typical 30.1-square asphalt job takes from one day to a few, depending on layers, pitch and weather. Metal and cut-up roofs take longer. Any section left open overnight should be covered.
Will insurance pay for my new roof?
Covered: hail, wind, fallen trees. Not covered: age and wear. With asphalt at $12,830 to $19,560 in Lakewood, CO, it pays to read your roof settlement terms now, not after a storm. Many Colorado policies use a separate, percentage-based deductible for wind and hail; look it up before storm season.
Does a re-roof in Colorado require a permit?
In most places, a complete replacement needs a permit and may need an inspection. Your roofer should apply for it; a request that you do it yourself is a warning sign.
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How we price: every figure runs through our roofing calculator math, scaled for Mountain costs and refreshed each year for inflation. They are budgeting numbers, not quotes. Real roof size, site access, code rules and season all change bids, so collect three or more written quotes on one scope.
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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