How Much Does a New Roof Cost in Knoxville, TN? (2027)
Different home? Enter its size and pitch in Knoxville, TN
Change the size or pitch and every price below reprices. We start at 5/12, a common Tennessee slope; at 9/12 and steeper, expect harness and jack work in the bid.
A full asphalt shingle replacement in Knoxville, TN comes to roughly $10,950 to $16,690 for a typical 2,150 sq. ft. single-story house. We get there from roughly 24.3 squares of roof (2,430 sq. ft.) pitched at 5/12; one layer comes off, and labor plus materials are in the number.
Divide it out and the installed rate is $549.41 per square; a square is the hundred square feet roofers quote by. Upgrades change the picture: $12,170 to $18,550 for 50-year architectural shingles, or a starting point near $23,560 for steel shingles.
Metro costs lift the price here by about $280 over the Tennessee figure ($10,720 to $16,340). Every one of the 30 Knoxville ZIP codes in Knox County uses the prices on this page.
What a New Roof Costs in Knoxville, TN: Shingles, Metal, Membranes
Your material choice moves the total more than any other decision. This table keeps the 2,430 sq. ft. roof fixed and swaps only what goes on top, old layer removal included.
| Material | Installed cost | Estimate | Per square |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | |||
| Asphalt shingles, 30-year | $10,950 to $16,690 | $13,350 | $549.41 |
| Architectural shingles, 50-year | $12,170 to $18,550 | $14,840 | $610.56 |
| Metal | |||
| Steel shingles | $23,560 to $35,910 | $28,730 | $1,182.21 |
| Aluminum shingles | $26,050 to $39,710 | $31,770 | $1,307.28 |
| Standing seam metal | $31,400 to $47,870 | $38,290 | $1,575.97 |
| Stone-coated steel tiles | $32,070 to $48,880 | $39,100 | $1,609.32 |
| Flat / low-slope membranes (priced on the 2,150 sq. ft. footprint) | |||
| EPDM rubber membrane | $16,170 to $21,010 | $18,590 | $864.42 |
| TPO membrane, 60-mil | $13,920 to $18,080 | $16,000 | $743.98 |
| PVC membrane, 60-mil | $16,830 to $21,860 | $19,350 | $899.63 |
Shingles price through the roof replacement calculator, metal through the metal roof calculator, membranes through the flat roof calculator. Regional pricing for the East South Central area sits 8% below the U.S. average on the pitched-roof rows.
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 Knoxville, TN estimates above.
Reading a Knoxville, TN Roofing Quote Line by Line
When two quotes for the same house are far apart, the gap is usually scope. Here is what each common variable is worth on the 24.3-square roof above:
- Layers to remove. One layer costs roughly $3,200 to take off. Older homes sometimes hide a second layer, which adds near $2,080.
- Complexity. Extra ridges, valleys and dormers cost cutting time and flashing work: roughly $1,320 more for a hip design, around $2,230 more for a busy, cut-up roof.
- Stories. Put this roof on a two-story house and the bid rises by about $950 for the extra climbing, staging and hauling.
- Roof windows. Each skylight in the scope adds roughly $330 - cheaper now than as a separate job later.
- 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.
- 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.
Match the Quote to Your Roof
Adjust the four choices below until they describe your job, then hold every quote up to the result.
$13,350quotes usually $10,950 – $16,690
Same 2,430 sq. ft. roof at 5/12, priced with our roofing and metal calculators at Knoxville, TN 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.
Weather, Wear and Your Tennessee Roof
A roof in Tennessee lives in Climate Region 3: about 89°F on a typical summer afternoon, about 47°F on a winter afternoon, and about 28°F on a winter night. Below are the stresses that matter most for a Tennessee roof, and what to ask for because of them.
Humidity. Damp, warm air grows algae and mildew on shady roof planes. Choose algae-resistant shingles and keep branches trimmed back so the roof dries after rain.
Gusts. Thunderstorm winds find any loose tab. Ask which wind rating the shingle carries and whether the crew will use the enhanced nailing pattern.
Freeze and thaw. Winter nights near 28°F followed by sunny days work water into joints and flashing, one cycle at a time. Tight flashing and clean gutters do more here than a premium shingle.
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 - Tennessee is Region 3. 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.
Price a New Roof for Your ZIP Code
Pricing a Metal Roof in Knoxville, TN
Metal roofs come in a few families, and they do different jobs. The prices below are for a typical 2,150 sq. ft. single-story house in Knoxville, TN.
- Standing seam: $31,400 to $47,870. One panel covers the whole run from the ridge down to the gutter, so water has almost no joints to find. Roofers like it on low pitches and simple gables. The premium over architectural shingles here is roughly $23,460.
- Steel shingles: $23,560 to $35,910. Aluminum shingles: $26,050 to $39,710. 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: $32,070 to $48,880. Steel tiles with a coat of stone granules. They are quiet in the rain, hard to dent, and look like tile or shake from the street.
- 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.
Start with the heat. A pale, reflective standing seam or metal shingle roof keeps the attic cooler and ages slowly. When winter does bring snow, metal sheds it and keeps the eaves free of ice.
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 Knoxville, TN Roof Job
There is no long off-season here. Spring and fall bring the easiest working weather, and scheduling early beats storm-season backlogs.
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.
Flat and Low-Slope Roof Prices in Knoxville, TN
Membrane roofing covers what shingles cannot: flat porches, garages, additions and row-house tops. On a 2,150 sq. ft. footprint:
- EPDM rubber: $16,170 to $21,010. This is the black rubber sheet on many older flat roofs. Big sheets mean few seams. It stays soft in deep cold and any roofer can patch it, which makes it a good fit for a garage or a back porch.
- TPO, 60-mil: $13,920 to $18,080. 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: $16,830 to $21,860. A flexible white sheet with welded seams that has kept flat roofs dry for decades. It handles ponding water and grease better than the other two.
On this footprint TPO comes in lowest, EPDM sits in the middle and PVC costs the most. We count new insulation board and one stripped layer in every row. Expect a higher per-square-foot price on a small porch or garage roof. Make sure a new flat roof drains completely; trapped water and winter freezes are a bad combination. The flat roof calculator handles other membranes and insulation levels.
With summers near 89°F, start with a white, reflective membrane. Welded seams then take care of the occasional hard freeze.
Roofing Prices in Other Tennessee Cities
The same 30-year shingle roof in other large Tennessee cities, with distance from Knoxville:
- Chattanooga, TN: $10,940 to $16,680, about 95 miles southwest
- Nashville, TN: $11,140 to $16,970, about 160 miles west
- Clarksville, TN: $10,940 to $16,670, about 190 miles west
- Memphis, TN: $11,120 to $16,950, about 340 miles west
The same crews work Clinton, Maryville, Oak Ridge, Lenoir City and Sevierville, so these prices apply there too. See the Tennessee roofing cost guide for the statewide picture.
Before You Re-Roof in Knoxville, TN
Is a roofing permit required in Tennessee?
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.
How do roofers measure a roof in squares?
Roofers measure surface, not floor area. The 2,150 sq. ft. footprint in this guide turns into about 2,430 sq. ft. of roof at 5/12 - 24.3 squares. Different counts between bids are a red flag.
What is the usual timeline for a re-roof?
Most shingle re-roofs on a house this size (2,430 sq. ft. of roof) finish within a few working days. Extra layers, steep pitch or rain add time; metal takes longer.
Will insurance pay for my new roof?
Insurance covers storm and impact damage, not wear. A worn-out roof is a maintenance cost - here about $10,950 to $16,690 for asphalt. After a storm, take photos and have a roofer look before you open a claim. Look for a wind or hail deductible in your Tennessee policy; it is often figured as a percentage, not a dollar amount.
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How we price: every figure runs through our roofing calculator math, scaled for East South Central 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 Tennessee averages; energy prices updated October 2026.
What time of year is best for a new roof in Tennessee?
Almost any month. Winter highs near 47°F and summer highs near 89°F rarely halt a job in Tennessee, so schedule around your plans and ahead of storm season.
Does a new roof in Tennessee need an ice barrier membrane?
In much of Tennessee, yes. Winter lows around 28°F bring regular freeze-thaw, and colder, higher areas see ice dams. At minimum, put it in valleys and at roof-to-wall joints.
Does metal roofing make sense in Tennessee?
It depends on how long you stay. Metal costs more now and lasts much longer; Tennessee weather (winter lows near 28°F, summer highs near 89°F) favors neither choice, so compare cost per year of service.
Will a lighter roof lower cooling costs in Tennessee?
Somewhat. With summer highs near 89°F and power at 16.5¢ per kWh (national average 21.7¢), a lighter roof trims AC use; pair it with good attic ventilation.
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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