What a fair roof costs, and how to choose who does it
Roof replacement & repair
What a new roof of your size and material usually costs, what storm damage looks like, what your claim needs, and how to compare roofers.
Tools
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Roof cost estimator
A low, typical and high planning range from your roof's footprint, pitch, material, layers and state, with sample prices clearly labeled.
Storm history by ZIP
Hail and damaging-wind reports near your ZIP code over the last 10 years, from NOAA.
Claim readiness check
Your state's verified claim-deadline and deductible rules, your deductible in dollars, and who to call.
Roofer quote compare
Put up to 3 roofing quotes side by side, with the questions to ask and the red flags.
Is my roofer licensed?
Whether your state licenses or registers roofers, where to look one up, and why to ask for proof of insurance.
Repair or replace?
When a bigger replacement now beats repeated repairs, paid in cash or financed.
Questions this topic answers
- How much does a new roof cost?
- Does homeowners insurance pay for a new roof?
- Should I repair or replace my roof?
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