Roof Replacement Cost in Texas (2027 Price Guide)
Different home? Enter its size and pitch in Texas
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 5/12 for Texas; pick yours above.
A full asphalt shingle replacement in Texas comes to roughly $10,020 to $15,280 for a typical 2,170 sq. ft. single-story house. Behind the number: a 5/12 pitch, close to 2,452 sq. ft. of roof surface (24.5 squares), one old layer removed, materials and installation included.
Roofers bid by the square, which is a hundred square feet of roof; here the installed rate works out to $498.19 a square. The same roof in architectural 50-year shingles is $11,140 to $16,970. Metal begins with steel shingles at roughly $21,560.
- Home: 2,170 sq. ft., 1 floor
- Under roof: 2,170 sq. ft.
- Roof surface: 2,452 sq. ft. (24.5 squares), 5/12
- 30-year asphalt: $10,020 to $15,280
- 50-year architectural: $11,140 to $16,970
- Metal: $21,560 to $44,730
- Flat (EPDM), full footprint: $14,800 to $19,230
Comparing Roof Materials and Prices in Texas
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 Texas.
| Material | Installed cost | Estimate | Per square |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | |||
| Asphalt shingles, 30-year | $10,020 to $15,280 | $12,220 | $498.19 |
| Architectural shingles, 50-year | $11,140 to $16,970 | $13,580 | $553.64 |
| Metal | |||
| Steel shingles | $21,560 to $32,860 | $26,290 | $1,072.00 |
| Aluminum shingles | $23,840 to $36,340 | $29,070 | $1,185.41 |
| Standing seam metal | $28,740 to $43,810 | $35,050 | $1,429.05 |
| Stone-coated steel tiles | $29,350 to $44,730 | $35,790 | $1,459.30 |
| Flat / low-slope membranes (priced on the 2,170 sq. ft. footprint) | |||
| EPDM rubber membrane | $14,800 to $19,230 | $17,010 | $783.84 |
| TPO membrane, 60-mil | $12,740 to $16,550 | $14,640 | $674.62 |
| PVC membrane, 60-mil | $15,410 to $20,010 | $17,710 | $815.76 |
Plug the same measurements into the roof replacement calculator, metal roof calculator or flat roof calculator and you will get these exact figures; with the West South Central factor, pitched roofs here price 16% 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 Texas estimates above.
The Line Items Behind a Texas Roofing Bid
Before you rank quotes by price, check that they cover the same work. Our model values each variable on the 24.5-square roof like this:
- Strip and haul. Expect roughly $2,930 of the bid for one layer off. Each extra layer underneath raises it again, by about $1,900 for the second.
- Complexity. Extra ridges, valleys and dormers cost cutting time and flashing work: roughly $1,210 more for a hip design, around $2,040 more for a busy, cut-up roof.
- Stories. Put this roof on a two-story house and the bid rises by about $870 for the extra climbing, staging and hauling.
- Openings. Plan near $300 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.
- Flashing and ventilation. Reusing old flashing saves a little now and causes leaks later. Gutters are a separate trade line; the gutter cost calculator covers them.
- Paperwork. Local permit fees and dumpster rental vary; ask each roofer to list them rather than add them later.
Build Your Roof Scope
Choose what your roof really needs. Every combination is priced in advance by the same model as this page.
$12,220quotes usually $10,020 – $15,280
Every option is priced on the 2,452 sq. ft., 5/12 roof above with calculator math for Texas. Gutters, skylights and deck repairs come on top.
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 Texas
Region 5 on the map, Texas sees average summer highs near 96°F and winter readings from about 60°F by day to 35°F at night. Local terrain shifts these numbers. Those numbers translate into a short list of roof stressors in Texas:
Hail. Hail is a leading cause of roof claims in Texas. Get one bid on impact-rated shingles, then compare the extra cost with any premium credit your insurer offers.
Tropical storms. Hurricane-season winds pull at roof edges and drive rain sideways. A sealed deck under the underlayment and a wind-rated install are the upgrades that pay back here.
UV exposure. Intense sunlight breaks down asphalt over the years and fades colors. Lighter shingles, reflective metal finishes or tile hold up better under it.
Insurers here pay close attention to roof age and condition, and some ask for an inspection on older roofs. Keep your permit and installation records.
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 - Texas is Region 5. 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.
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Is Metal Worth It in Texas?
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: $28,740 to $43,810. 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 $21,470 more.
- Steel shingles: $21,560 to $32,860. Aluminum shingles: $23,840 to $36,340. 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: $29,350 to $44,730. 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. A copper roof is hand work by a sheet-metal specialist, and it is priced far above standing seam. It never needs paint and weathers to a green patina. Few homes cover the whole roof with it; dormers and entry roofs are the usual places.
Summers near 96°F are where coated metal shines. A pale or cool-rated finish reflects the sun, the attic runs cooler, and the panels never curl or crack like baked shingles. Hidden fasteners mean fewer leaks. Skip copper if heat is the concern, since its patina turns dark.
Big hailstones may leave dents in metal that still sheds water perfectly. Check the impact rating, and read how the warranty handles purely cosmetic dents. The case for metal rests on how long you will stay. Keep the house for decades and one metal roof can replace two asphalt roofs; sell soon and the premium rarely comes back. The metal roof calculator prices each panel style separately.
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Timing a Roof Replacement in Texas
Cooler months are roofing season here. Winter afternoons near 60°F are fine for installation, while midsummer heat near 96°F slows everything down.
Be careful after storms: check insurance certificates, local references and licensing before any roofer starts work.
Flat and Low-Slope Roof Prices in Texas
Shingles need slope to shed water, so flat roofs get single-ply membranes. For a 2,170 sq. ft. flat roof in Texas:
- EPDM rubber: $14,800 to $19,230. 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: $12,740 to $16,550. White plastic sheet, welded at the seams. It stays light for years and keeps the rooms below cooler. Quality varies by maker more than with the other two, so ask which product the bid names.
- PVC, 60-mil: $15,410 to $20,010. Also white and heat-welded, but tougher against grease, chemicals and standing water. It is the pick for roof decks, low spots that hold puddles, and anything near a kitchen exhaust.
Price order in Texas: TPO first, PVC last, with EPDM between them. Both insulation board and old-layer removal are in the numbers. Per square foot, small flat roofs cost noticeably more than large ones. Price your exact membrane, insulation thickness and drains with the flat roof calculator.
Summers near 96°F favor reflective roofing. Choose white PVC or TPO over black rubber: a lower roof temperature, a smaller cooling bill, longer membrane life and seams welded into one piece.
Roof Prices Across Texas' Largest Cities
Bigger cities mean pricier bids. Here is the same 30-year asphalt roof in Houston, San Antonio and Dallas and the other large Texas cities:
Asphalt shingles (30-yr), installed
- Houstonpop. 2,314,000$10,580 – $16,130
- San Antoniopop. 1,495,000$10,520 – $16,030
- Dallaspop. 1,303,000$10,500 – $16,000
- Austinpop. 980,000$10,460 – $15,940
- Fort Worthpop. 978,000$10,460 – $15,940
- El Pasopop. 678,000$10,410 – $15,860
- Arlingtonpop. 398,000$10,430 – $15,900
City prices = the statewide range adjusted for population and metro area (a few percent either way), the same adjustment each city guide uses.
Ballpark Your Texas Roof Cost
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$10,020 – $15,280 Asphalt shingles, 30-year, installed
Before You Re-Roof in Texas
Will a roof replacement take more than a day?
A typical 24.5-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?
If a storm caused the damage, possibly; if the roof simply wore out, no. A replacement here runs $10,020 to $15,280, so know your deductible and settlement terms before you file. In Texas, also check the wind and hail deductible - many policies set it as a percentage of the home's insured value.
How do roofers measure a roof in squares?
Measure the area the roof covers, then scale it up for slope. The 2,170 sq. ft. footprint in this guide, sloped at 5/12, grows to near 2,452 sq. ft. - 24.5 squares once overhang and waste are counted. Ask each roofer for their square count in writing.
Is a roofing permit required in Texas?
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.
Related calculators: Roof Replacement Calculator · Metal Roof Calculator · Flat Roof Calculator · Gutter Cost Calculator
Pricing note: these are model estimates built from our roofing calculators and West South Central regional costs, refreshed for inflation each year. Use them to budget and to test bids, then get at least three written quotes.
