Roof Replacement Cost in Madison, WI (2027 Prices)

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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)

Not sure of the pitch? Most ranch homes sit low; a roof you cannot walk on, such as 9/12 and up, adds safety gear and labor. This page starts Wisconsin at 7/12.

Our model puts a new asphalt roof in Madison, WI at $11,470 to $17,480, based on a typical 1,820 sq. ft. single-story house. We get there from roughly 22.3 squares of roof (2,230 sq. ft.) pitched at 7/12; one layer comes off, and labor plus materials are in the number.

Ask any roofer for a per-square price and compare it with ours: $627.12 per square, installed. The same roof in architectural 50-year shingles is $12,750 to $19,430. Metal begins with steel shingles at roughly $24,670.

Metro costs lift the price here by about $360 over the Wisconsin figure ($11,180 to $17,030). The Madison figures cover its 34 ZIP codes in Dane County.

Comparing Roof Materials and Prices in Madison, WI

Below, one roof gets priced in nine different materials at Madison, WI rates. Read the estimate column as your budget and the range as the band most quotes should fall inside.

Where the numbers come from: the roof replacement calculator for shingles, the metal roof calculator for metal and the flat roof calculator for flat membranes, each set to Great Lakes pricing - 5% above the U.S. average for shingles and metal.

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.

Reading a Madison, WI Roofing Quote Line by Line

Most of the spread between roofers comes from a handful of line items. For a 22.3-square roof at Madison, WI prices:

• Removal. Stripping one layer is worth about $3,350 here. Ask the roofer to confirm the layer count up front; a second one adds about $2,170.
• Roof shape. When every side of the roof slopes down to a gutter (a hip design), add close to $1,380 over a two-sided gable. Plenty of dormers and valleys raise the add-on to about $2,340.
• Building height. Same roof, two stories up: about $1,000 more, mostly labor and safety staging.
• Roof windows. Each skylight in the scope adds roughly $380 - cheaper now than as a separate job later.
• 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.
• Town fees. Building permits and container rental are local costs; check whether each bid includes them.

Line the quotes up side by side: layers removed, underlayment type, ice-barrier coverage, flashing, ventilation and the decking price. The lowest bid often leaves one of those out.

Weather, Wear and Your Wisconsin Roof

Wisconsin's winters average highs near 24°F and lows near 7°F; summer highs average about 82°F. On our climate map below, that puts it in Region 1. Here is what that weather does to roofing in Wisconsin, and how to spec around it.

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 - Wisconsin is Region 1. Hover any column.

Price a New Roof for Your ZIP Code

Metal vs. Shingles in Madison, WI

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: $32,890 to $50,140. 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 $24,570 more than architectural shingles.
• Steel shingles: $24,670 to $37,610. Aluminum shingles: $27,280 to $41,590. 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: $33,590 to $51,200. 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 sits above every other metal in price and is bid job by job, so it has no line in our calculator. It is the roof of old churches and city landmarks. On a house it makes the most sense on a small, visible spot or a historic home.

Think about your timeline: metal's higher price spreads across many more years, but only if you are there to use them. Price a specific panel, gauge and finish with the metal roof calculator.

Timing a Roof Replacement in Madison, WI

Cold winters (highs around 24°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.

When storm crews arrive, slow down. Verify insurance, licensing and a local address first, and get the full scope in writing.

What a Flat Roof Costs in Madison, WI

Porches, additions, garages and some whole houses have roofs too flat for shingles; they get a membrane. Priced on the full 1,820 sq. ft. footprint in Madison, WI:

• EPDM rubber: $15,630 to $20,300. 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: $13,450 to $17,470. 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: $16,260 to $21,120. 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.

TPO is the budget choice on this roof, and PVC sits at the top of the range. 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. Ponding water is the main enemy of flat roofs through a Wisconsin winter. Ask for tapered insulation at low spots and clear drains. For thicker insulation or a different membrane, use the flat roof calculator.

Nearby Wisconsin City Guides

How Madison compares with other Wisconsin cities on the standard asphalt roof:

• Milwaukee, WI (70 miles east) - $11,580 to $17,650
• Racine, WI (85 miles east) - $11,380 to $17,350
• Kenosha, WI (85 miles southeast) - $11,310 to $17,240
• Green Bay, WI (120 miles northeast) - $11,320 to $17,250

Roofers serving Madison also cover McFarland, Middleton, Waunakee, Cottage Grove and Sun Prairie, generally at similar prices. For statewide figures, see the Wisconsin roofing cost guide.

Roof Replacement FAQ: Madison, WI

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 $11,470 to $17,480 to replace, that gap is large, so check your settlement terms. Look for a wind or hail deductible in your Wisconsin policy; it is often figured as a percentage, not a dollar amount.

How many squares is my roof?

A square is a hundred square feet of roof surface. For this 1,820 sq. ft. footprint at a 7/12 pitch, figure about 22.3 squares (2,230 sq. ft.). Use the same number when you compare bids.

What permits does a Wisconsin roofing job need?

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.

What is the usual timeline for a re-roof?

For roughly 22.3 squares, a full crew usually finishes asphalt in a few days. Metal panels and roofs with many valleys take longer.

Calculators for this job: Roof Replacement Calculator · Metal Roof Calculator · Flat Roof Calculator · Gutter Cost Calculator · Attic Insulation Calculator · Roof Heat Cable Calculator

Where prices come from: our roofing calculators, a Great Lakes adjustment and yearly inflation. Real bids depend on your roof, so ask several contractors to quote the same work.