Roof Replacement Cost in Utah (2027 Price Guide)
Not your house? Change the size or pitch in Utah
Pick the pitch that matches your roof - the rise over a twelve-inch run. From 9/12 up, crews tie off and work slower, and the price climbs. The Utah default here is 7/12.
Budget $13,970 to $21,290 to strip and re-shingle a typical 2,800 sq. ft. single-story house in Utah with standard asphalt. Behind the number: a 7/12 pitch, close to 3,430 sq. ft. of roof surface (34.3 squares), one old layer removed, materials and installation included.
Per square - the hundred-square-foot unit every roofing bid uses - this job lands at $496.45 installed. Thicker 50-year architectural shingles raise the job to $15,740 to $23,990, and the cheapest metal choice, steel shingles, begins near $32,300.
- Home: 2,800 sq. ft., 1 floor
- Under roof: 2,800 sq. ft.
- Roof surface: 3,430 sq. ft. (34.3 squares), 7/12
- 30-year asphalt: $13,970 to $21,290
- 50-year architectural: $15,740 to $23,990
- Metal: $32,300 to $68,090
- Flat (EPDM), full footprint: $21,690 to $28,170
New Roof Prices in Utah, Material by Material
Below, one roof gets priced in nine different materials at Utah 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 | $13,970 to $21,290 | $17,030 | $496.45 |
| Architectural shingles, 50-year | $15,740 to $23,990 | $19,190 | $559.42 |
| Metal | |||
| Steel shingles | $32,300 to $49,230 | $39,390 | $1,148.16 |
| Aluminum shingles | $35,920 to $54,760 | $43,810 | $1,276.97 |
| Standing seam metal | $43,700 to $66,620 | $53,300 | $1,553.68 |
| Stone-coated steel tiles | $44,670 to $68,090 | $54,470 | $1,588.04 |
| Flat / low-slope membranes (priced on the 2,800 sq. ft. footprint) | |||
| EPDM rubber membrane | $21,690 to $28,170 | $24,930 | $890.26 |
| TPO membrane, 60-mil | $18,670 to $24,250 | $21,460 | $766.21 |
| PVC membrane, 60-mil | $22,570 to $29,320 | $25,950 | $926.52 |
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 5% 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 Utah estimates above.
The Line Items Behind a Utah Roofing Bid
Most of the spread between roofers comes from a handful of line items. For a 34.3-square roof at Utah prices:
- Tear-off. About $4,650 of the quote pays to strip and dispose of one layer; if the roofer finds two layers, figure another $3,020 or so.
- Geometry. Four-sided hip roofs run about $1,610 above a gable; heavily cut-up roofs with dormers sit about $2,720 above it.
- Second story. Roofers charge about $1,380 more for this roof on a two-story home - longer ladders, more trips, more setup.
- Openings. Plan near $340 per skylight that gets replaced or added while the roof is open.
- Hidden rot. Water-damaged boards appear once the roof is open; settle the per-sheet replacement price in writing first.
- 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.
Match the Quote to Your Roof
Set the material, the layers coming off, the roof shape and the house height. The price updates instantly from our Utah model.
$17,030quotes usually $13,970 – $21,290
Every option is priced on the 3,430 sq. ft., 7/12 roof above with calculator math for Utah. Gutters, skylights and deck repairs come on top.
Compare scope first and price second. A bid that skips new flashing or a decking allowance only looks cheaper.
Roof Stressors in Utah
Utah's winters average highs near 38°F and lows near 18°F; summer highs average about 90°F. On our climate map below, that puts it in Region 2. The weather above points to a few specific risks for Utah roofs.
Snow cover. Roofs here carry snow for long stretches. That rewards a solid deck, good attic ventilation and careful flashing at chimneys and walls, where meltwater collects.
Heat. With summer highs near 90°F, attic temperatures soar. Good ventilation and a reflective cool-roof shingle keep the roof deck - and the cooling bill - lower.
Freeze-thaw cycles. Water that seeps into a cracked shingle or an open seam freezes at night and widens the gap. Over many winters, small openings become leaks. Ice barrier at the eaves is inexpensive protection.
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 - Utah is Region 2. 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
Pricing a Metal Roof in Utah
Most metal bids in Utah fall into one of the types below. Each line is priced for a typical 2,800 sq. ft. single-story house, the same way our metal roof calculator does it.
- Standing seam: $43,700 to $66,620. 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 $34,110 more than architectural shingles.
- Steel shingles: $32,300 to $49,230. Aluminum shingles: $35,920 to $54,760. 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: $44,670 to $68,090. 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 has no price in our tools: each job is a custom quote, and it runs well past standing seam. In return it can outlive the house. Use it where people will see it, like a front porch or a turret.
Snow and ice come first in Utah. A metal roof lets snow slide clear of the eaves and adds years to the roof. Pick a light, cool-rated color and it helps in July as well.
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. Want a firmer metal number? Try the metal roof calculator with your measurements.
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Roofing Season in Utah
Winter highs near 38°F shorten the roofing season. Shingles seal best in warm sun and turn brittle in the cold, so most jobs happen from spring through fall. Book early - good crews fill their calendars.
Flat and Low-Slope Roof Prices in Utah
Porches, additions, garages and some whole houses have roofs too flat for shingles; they get a membrane. Priced on the full 2,800 sq. ft. footprint in Utah:
- EPDM rubber: $21,690 to $28,170. 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: $18,670 to $24,250. 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: $22,570 to $29,320. 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. The flat roof calculator handles other membranes and insulation levels.
Freeze and thaw are the main threat here, and summer heat comes second. Welded TPO or PVC handles both: tight seams for the cold and a white face for the heat.
Roof Prices Across Utah's Largest Cities
Labor, permits and site access cost more in cities like Salt Lake City, West Valley City and West Jordan. This table reprices the standard asphalt roof for each listed city:
Asphalt shingles (30-yr), installed
- Salt Lake Citypop. 210,000$14,280 – $21,760
- West Valley Citypop. 136,000$14,200 – $21,640
- West Jordanpop. 117,000$14,170 – $21,590
- Provopop. 113,000$14,160 – $21,580
The city adjustment is modest - a few percent - and matches the numbers on each city's own page.
Ballpark Your Utah Roof Cost
Drag to match the size of your home; the range is re-run on the server with this page's model and statewide pricing.
$13,970 – $21,290 Asphalt shingles, 30-year, installed
Common Questions About Re-Roofing in Utah
What is the usual timeline for a re-roof?
Expect a short job for 34.3 squares of shingles - often a day or two, sometimes more. The crew should tarp or dry-in anything they open before leaving.
Can I file an insurance claim for a new roof?
Policies pay for sudden events, not aging. Check whether yours pays replacement cost or depreciated value; on a $13,970 to $21,290 roof, that choice decides who pays most of the bill.
How can I check the size a roofer quoted?
A square is a hundred square feet of roof surface. For this 2,800 sq. ft. footprint at a 7/12 pitch, figure about 34.3 squares (3,430 sq. ft.). Use the same number when you compare bids.
Is a roofing permit required in Utah?
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
Method: calculator math, a Mountain cost factor and annual inflation updates produce every price here. Your roof's real measurements and conditions decide the final bid - get several written quotes.
