Cost to Replace a Roof in South Burlington, VT (2027 Price Guide)

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Home size

sq. ft.

Roof pitch3/12 (low slope)5/12 (medium)7/12 (medium)9/12 (steep)10/12 (steeper)12/12 (very steep)

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 Vermont; pick yours above.

A full asphalt shingle replacement in South Burlington, VT comes to roughly $12,690 to $19,350 for a typical 2,000 sq. ft. single-story house. The roof itself measures about 2,450 sq. ft. (24.5 squares) at a 7/12 slope, and the price includes labor, materials and removal of the existing layer.

Ask any roofer for a per-square price and compare it with ours: $631.65 per square, installed. Thicker 50-year architectural shingles raise the job to $14,110 to $21,500, and the cheapest metal choice, steel shingles, begins near $27,310.

That is about $170 below the statewide figure of $12,830 to $19,550; smaller markets usually price under the big metros. Our prices apply across the 2 ZIP codes that carry the South Burlington name, in Chittenden County.

Comparing Roof Materials and Prices in South Burlington, VT

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 South Burlington, VT.

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 New England factor, pitched roofs here price 6% above 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.

Why South Burlington, VT Roofing Bids Differ

Line items, not markup, explain most bid gaps. Priced on the 24.5-square roof in this guide:

• Tear-off. About $3,710 of the quote pays to strip and dispose of one layer; if the roofer finds two layers, figure another $2,410 or so.
• Design. Simple gables are the cheapest to cover. Figure about $1,530 more for a hip roof, or about $2,590 more when dormers and valleys cut it up.
• Building height. Same roof, two stories up: about $1,100 more, mostly labor and safety staging.
• Skylights. Each skylight installed or replaced during the job adds about $380.
• Bad wood. Damaged decking is the most common mid-job extra. Agree on a price per sheet before work starts.
• 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.

Compare scope first and price second. A bid that skips new flashing or a decking allowance only looks cheaper.

Weather, Wear and Your Vermont Roof

Vermont's winters average highs near 27°F and lows near 8°F; summer highs average about 80°F. On our climate map below, that puts it in Region 1. What that means for materials and installation in Vermont:

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 - Vermont is Region 1. Hover any column.

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South Burlington, VT Metal Roof Cost

Metal costs more on day one and less for each year the roof lasts. Here is what each type would cost on a typical 2,000 sq. ft. single-story house in South Burlington, VT, and where each one makes sense.

• Standing seam: $36,410 to $55,490. 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 $27,200 more than architectural shingles.
• Steel shingles: $27,310 to $41,630. Aluminum shingles: $30,200 to $46,030. Small metal panels with a shingle or tile profile. They go on much like shingles, so hips and dormers are easier than with long panels. Pick aluminum near the ocean and steel inland.
• Stone-coated steel: $37,180 to $56,670. 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 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.

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.

Scheduling Your South Burlington, VT Roof Job

Asphalt needs warmth to seal, and winter highs near 27°F rarely provide it. Aim for late spring through early fall, and line up quotes well ahead.

What a Flat Roof Costs in South Burlington, VT

Membrane roofing covers what shingles cannot: flat porches, garages, additions and row-house tops. On a 2,000 sq. ft. footprint:

• EPDM rubber: $17,300 to $22,470. Think of a heavy inner tube spread over the deck. The seams are glued, not welded, and over time they are its weak spot. It earns its place on small, simple roofs and in cold places.
• TPO, 60-mil: $14,890 to $19,340. 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: $18,000 to $23,380. PVC is the one to pay up for when the roof works hard: a deck with chairs on it, a grill, a corner that never quite dries. Its welded seams and chemical resistance outlast the cheaper sheets there.

From cheapest to most expensive here: TPO, then EPDM, then PVC. Tear-off of one existing layer and new polyiso board are part of each figure. A small section will price higher per square foot. 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.

Roofing Prices in Other Vermont Cities

Moving or comparing? The standard asphalt roof in other Vermont cities:

• Burlington, VT (3 miles north) - $12,840 to $19,570
• Colchester, VT (6 miles north) - $12,800 to $19,520
• Rutland, VT (60 miles south) - $12,660 to $19,290

Roofers serving South Burlington also cover Winooski, Williston, Shelburne, Essex Junction and Waterbury, generally at similar prices. The Vermont roofing cost guide has the statewide numbers and every city.

Answers for South Burlington, VT Homeowners

Does homeowners insurance cover roof replacement?

Only for sudden damage such as wind, hail or a falling tree, never for plain wear. Certain policies cover an aging roof at its depreciated worth rather than full replacement. On a roof that costs $12,690 to $19,350 to replace, that gap is large, so check your settlement terms.

How can I check the size a roofer quoted?

Take the footprint (2,000 sq. ft. here) and adjust for pitch (7/12): about 24.5 squares, or 2,450 sq. ft., counting overhang and waste. Get the square count on every quote.

Does a re-roof in Vermont require a permit?

Usually. Permit rules are set locally, and most require one for a complete re-roof. A licensed roofer pulls it in their own name.

How long does a re-roof take?

Expect a short job for 24.5 squares of shingles - often a day or two, sometimes more. The crew should tarp or dry-in anything they open before leaving.

Check your figures: Roof Replacement Calculator · Metal Roof Calculator · Flat Roof Calculator · Gutter Cost Calculator · Attic Insulation Calculator · Roof Heat Cable Calculator

Method: calculator math, a New England 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.