Roofer

Roofer and roof replacement across the United States

A full roof replacement in the United States usually costs between $6,000 and $19,800, with an average of about $11,000, and nationwide estimates run from $10,000 to $30,000. A typical 1,700 square foot asphalt shingle roof costs $6,000 to $9,000 to replace. These are approximate figures from sellers' websites and cost guides, October 2026. Describe your roof on BlaBlaPrice to get current prices for your address.

Roofing licenses by state

Roofing licenses are set state by state, and some cities and counties add their own rules. One state guide says doing roofing work without a license can bring heavy fines, and another says a residential roofer's license is required once the total cost of a job goes above $2,500. Fees run from about $125 for an application in Illinois to $450 plus a $200 license fee in California. Many states also ask for a surety bond and general liability insurance, so ask for the license number and check that the insurance covers the work at height on your roof.

Autumn and winter for roof work

Roof work stops in rain, strong wind and freezing weather, and winter here runs from December to February. October gives you time to book before the cold months arrive, while the roof can still be worked on in mild weather. Summer, from June to August, brings heat on the roof, so ask for early starts on hot days.

What to put in the request

Name the roofing material, such as asphalt shingle, the roof size in square feet, and the property type, whether that is a house or a commercial building. Say whether you need a repair or a full replacement, the site address and the date you want the work done. Ask whether the quote includes tear-off, disposal and permits, because the price depends on the scope of the work.

On BlaBlaPrice you describe the roof in your own words in a chat and can add a photo. BlaBlaPrice's AI asks for missing details such as the material and the scope of work, then looks through roofers' websites and price lists in this country and shows the prices and businesses it found. Roofers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply in the chat with their own offer, and your contacts stay hidden until you choose to share them. For exterior work, see Facade worker, or read how BlaBlaPrice works.