So you’ve decided that your Nashville home could use a new roof. Congratulations, committing to the task is half the battle. But before picking up the phone to contact area roofing contractors in Nashville, it’s a good idea to establish a rough estimate for your new roof to ensure your quotes are reasonable and fair. Let’s take a look at factors that go into the cost of a new roof:

Size Not all roofs are created equal. Obviously size will be the main factor – the larger the roof, the more expensive the project will run. Roofers charger per roofing square, 100 square feet is one roofing square.

Slop & Pitch Higher pitched roofs, or roofs with high slopes require extra equipment for roofers, such as harnesses, and often are more time consuming as the roofer cannot stack equipment on the roof while working. Most roofers charge more for high pitched roofs due to their difficulty.

Shingles Many homes have less-expensive asphalt shingles. Although they are the least expensive option, asphalt shingles have a lifespan of around 20 years, as opposed to slate or tile shingles that can last up to 50. That being said, slate and tile will cost much more upfront due to the higher end material and extra installation work – all factors to consider when choosing your roofing material.

According to Angies List, the average cost for a new roof with asphalt shingles is around $12,000. Be aware that this is a rough estimate and the above factors play a major role in the cost of your home’s particular case. We recommend obtaining at least three estimates before settling on a roofing contractor in Nashville and to ensure that you are getting your money’s worth. As always, feel free to give Armor Roofing a call regarding any questions you may have or to schedule an at-home estimate for your new roof. We are located at Armor Roofing  533 Church Street, Suite 107 Nashville, TN 37219 or call us at (615) 255-8288.