Bismarck, ND Roofing Prices: Shingle, Metal and Flat Roofs (2027)
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Pitch drives both the roof area and the labor. Steep pitches (9/12 or more) slow the crew down, and low ones need extra underlayment care. Our North Dakota starting value is 7/12.
A full asphalt shingle replacement in Bismarck, ND comes to roughly $13,010 to $19,830 for a typical 2,180 sq. ft. single-story house. The job we priced has 26.7 squares of roofing (2,671 sq. ft.) on a 7/12 slope; removing one existing layer, labor and materials are all counted.
Per square - the hundred-square-foot unit every roofing bid uses - this job lands at $593.88 installed. Two common step-ups: architectural 50-year shingles at $14,460 to $22,040, and steel shingles, the entry metal, from about $27,990.
That is about $130 above the statewide figure of $12,910 to $19,670, a typical Bismarck premium for labor, permits and insurance. Bismarck covers 7 ZIP codes in Burleigh County; roofers based anywhere in that area usually quote these prices.
Bismarck, ND Roofing Costs by Material
Below, one roof gets priced in nine different materials at Bismarck, ND rates. Read the estimate column as your budget and the range as the band most quotes should fall inside.
| Material | Installed cost | Estimate | Per square |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | |||
| Asphalt shingles, 30-year | $13,010 to $19,830 | $15,860 | $593.88 |
| Architectural shingles, 50-year | $14,460 to $22,040 | $17,630 | $659.98 |
| Metal | |||
| Steel shingles | $27,990 to $42,660 | $34,130 | $1,277.90 |
| Aluminum shingles | $30,950 to $47,180 | $37,740 | $1,413.10 |
| Standing seam metal | $37,310 to $56,870 | $45,500 | $1,703.53 |
| Stone-coated steel tiles | $38,100 to $58,070 | $46,460 | $1,739.58 |
| Flat / low-slope membranes (priced on the 2,180 sq. ft. footprint) | |||
| EPDM rubber membrane | $17,730 to $23,020 | $20,370 | $934.39 |
| TPO membrane, 60-mil | $15,260 to $19,820 | $17,540 | $804.20 |
| PVC membrane, 60-mil | $18,450 to $23,960 | $21,200 | $972.45 |
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 Plains cost adjustment, which puts shingles and metal right at 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 Bismarck, ND estimates above.
What Pushes a Bismarck, ND Roof Quote Up or Down
A cheap bid and an expensive bid often describe two different jobs. On this 26.7-square Bismarck, ND roof, these items carry real dollars:
- Removal. Stripping one layer is worth about $3,800 here. Ask the roofer to confirm the layer count up front; a second one adds about $2,470.
- Geometry. Four-sided hip roofs run about $1,570 above a gable; heavily cut-up roofs with dormers sit about $2,650 above it.
- Access. Raise this roof a story and expect about $1,130 on top of the price, for staging, hauling and slower work.
- Openings. Plan near $360 per skylight that gets replaced or added while the roof is open.
- 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 and disposal. Fees depend on the town. Confirm the bid includes both the permit and the dumpster.
Check a Bid Against Your Roof
Set the material, the layers coming off, the roof shape and the house height. The price updates instantly from our Bismarck, ND model.
$15,860quotes usually $13,010 – $19,830
Roof size and pitch stay fixed (2,671 sq. ft., 7/12); only the scope changes. Skylights, gutters and rotten decking are not included.
Compare scope first and price second. A bid that skips new flashing or a decking allowance only looks cheaper.
Weather, Wear and Your North Dakota Roof
Region 1 on the map, North Dakota sees average summer highs near 83°F and winter readings from about 20°F by day to 1°F at night. Local terrain shifts these numbers. Those numbers translate into a short list of roof stressors in North Dakota:
Ice dams. With winter lows around 1°F, eave ice is the main leak risk. Insist on ice-barrier membrane at the eaves and in every valley, then cut the attic heat loss that starts the melt. The attic insulation calculator and roof heat cable calculator cover that side.
Hail. Hail is a leading cause of roof claims in North Dakota. Get one bid on impact-rated shingles, then compare the extra cost with any premium credit your insurer offers.
Wind uplift. Most wind damage starts at the edges. Starter shingles along eaves and rakes, plus the high-wind fastening schedule, keep the first row from lifting.
Snow. Long-lasting snow sits on the roof and feeds meltwater into every weak spot. Snow guards over doors and walkways matter on slick metal, and decking repairs matter on any roof.
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 - North Dakota 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 Bismarck, ND?
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: $37,310 to $56,870. The panels interlock at upright seams, and the clips let the metal grow and shrink with the weather. Budget about $27,870 over architectural shingles for this roof.
- Steel shingles: $27,990 to $42,660. Aluminum shingles: $30,950 to $47,180. Pressed metal pieces shaped like shakes, slate or ordinary shingles. They interlock, so they handle cut-up roofs with valleys and dormers where long panels waste metal. Aluminum will not rust, which counts near salt water. Steel is stiffer and dents less.
- Stone-coated steel: $38,100 to $58,070. 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. We do not price copper, because every copper roof is custom work. Expect it to cost well above standing seam. It is soft, formed by hand, and can last a century, turning brown and then green. Most homes use it on bay windows, porch roofs and other accents.
With winter lows near 1°F, metal earns its price. Snow does not sit on it long, ice rarely builds at the eaves, and there are no shingles for frost to crack. That adds years to the roof. Put snow guards above entries and the driveway.
Metal pays off for long-term owners. If a move is likely within a few years, architectural shingles usually give better value. Want a firmer metal number? Try the metal roof calculator with your measurements.
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Scheduling Your Bismarck, ND Roof Job
Cold winters (highs around 20°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.
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 Bismarck, ND
Membrane roofing covers what shingles cannot: flat porches, garages, additions and row-house tops. On a 2,180 sq. ft. footprint:
- EPDM rubber: $17,730 to $23,020. Old-school rubber roofing, and still a fair choice. It takes a hailstorm and a hard freeze in stride. The dark color soaks up sun, so it fits best where nobody lives right under it.
- TPO, 60-mil: $15,260 to $19,820. Most roofers reach for TPO first today. It is white, light, and the seams are melted together rather than glued. Thicker sheets last longer, so compare the mil rating on each bid.
- PVC, 60-mil: $18,450 to $23,960. 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.
Ranked by price for this home, TPO is cheapest, EPDM is next, and PVC costs the most. Both insulation board and old-layer removal are in the numbers. Per square foot, small flat roofs cost noticeably more than large ones. Ponding water is the main enemy of flat roofs through a North Dakota winter. Ask for tapered insulation at low spots and clear drains. Run the flat roof calculator to match a specific membrane and drain layout.
Snow load and slow melt are the test in North Dakota. 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.
Other North Dakota Markets
The same 30-year shingle roof in other large North Dakota cities, with distance from Bismarck:
- Minot, ND: $12,930 to $19,710, about 100 miles north
- Fargo, ND: $13,110 to $19,980, about 190 miles east
- Grand Forks, ND: $12,970 to $19,760, about 190 miles northeast
The same crews work Mandan, Menoken, Baldwin, Saint Anthony and Sterling, so these prices apply there too. See the North Dakota roofing cost guide for the statewide picture.
Bismarck, ND Roofing Questions
Will a roof replacement take more than a day?
A typical 26.7-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.
Is an old roof covered by my insurer?
Policies pay for sudden events, not aging. Check whether yours pays replacement cost or depreciated value; on a $13,010 to $19,830 roof, that choice decides who pays most of the bill. In North Dakota, also check the wind and hail deductible - many policies set it as a percentage of the home's insured value.
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 2,180 sq. ft. footprint at 7/12 becomes roughly 26.7 squares (2,671 sq. ft.). Compare bids on the same count.
Who pulls the roofing permit in North Dakota?
Rules vary by town, but a full re-roof usually needs a permit. Expect your roofer to obtain it and to schedule any inspection.
Related calculators: Roof Replacement Calculator · Metal Roof Calculator · Flat Roof Calculator · Gutter Cost Calculator · Attic Insulation Calculator · Roof Heat Cable Calculator
Pricing note: these are model estimates built from our roofing calculators and Plains regional costs, refreshed for inflation each year. Use them to budget and to test bids, then get at least three written quotes.
Quick Answers
Answers use North Dakota averages; energy prices updated October 2026.
What time of year is best for a new roof in North Dakota?
Plan for the warm season. Winter highs in North Dakota average about 20°F, too cold for the seal strips to set on their own, so late spring through early fall is the usual window.
Does a new roof in North Dakota need an ice barrier membrane?
It should have one. With typical winter lows around 1°F, roofs in North Dakota face ice dams, so the membrane belongs at the eaves and in every valley - check the building code for the minimum.
Does metal roofing make sense in North Dakota?
Usually, if you will stay. With winter lows around 1°F, metal in North Dakota sends snow sliding off before it can build ice at the eaves - just add snow guards above entries.
Will a lighter roof lower cooling costs in North Dakota?
Only a little. Winter lows around 1°F mean heating dominates the energy bill in North Dakota; 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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