Quick Answer

Roof Replacement Cost in Austin (2026)

Average cost in Austin

US$13,691avg

US$7,500 — US$32,000

US$5 — US$12 per sq ft

+8.5% YoY
9 sources
Updated 2 weeks ago
Texas

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Installation, safety rigging, and local crew rates

US$3,750 — US$16,000

50%

Materials

Architectural shingles, synthetic underlayment, and flashing

US$3,000 — US$12,800

40%

Disposal & Cleanup

Old roof tear-off and debris hauling fees

US$525 — US$2,240

7%

Permits & Inspections

City of Austin building permits and code compliance

US$225 — US$960

3%

🧾Sales Tax (6.25%) — Texas
Base cost + $856 tax$14,547

Sales Tax at 6.25%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Tear-off of existing shingles
  • New underlayment
  • Asphalt shingle installation
  • Flashing & ridge vents
  • Cleanup & disposal
  • Labor

Typically Excludes

  • Structural repairs (rotted decking)
  • Gutter replacement
  • Skylight installation
  • Cedar or metal roofing
  • Chimney repair

Based on a standard 1,500-2,000 sq ft roof with asphalt shingles.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$8,503

US$6,802 — US$10,204

Based on 9 sources and market data for Austin. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$12,619

Today

US$13,691

Roof Replacement in Austin is 8.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$1,073 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Roof Replace Contractors in Austin

Verified providers
🔨

Austin Roofing Company & Water Damage | WDR

9711 Beck Cir, Austin, TX 78758, USA

5.0
★★★★★

1,444 reviews

🔨

LOA Construction and Austin Roofing

706 W Ben White Blvd Ste 200B, Austin, TX 78704, USA

5.0
★★★★★

991 reviews

🔨

Matthew Lorand Roofing

7215 Chimney Corners, Austin, TX 78731, USA

5.0
★★★★★

483 reviews

🔨

Austin Roofing Company | Texas Choice Roofing

1621 E 6th St #1113, Austin, TX 78702, USA

5.0
★★★★★

210 reviews

🔨

DG Roofing & Construction LLC

6807 Guadalupe St B, Austin, TX 78752, USA

5.0
★★★★★

221 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

For a standard 2,000 sq ft home with architectural shingles, Austin homeowners typically pay between $10,000 and $14,700, depending on the roof's pitch and complexity.

A standing seam metal roof in Austin generally costs between $18,000 and $35,000+, which is roughly 2 to 3 times the cost of standard asphalt shingles.

Yes, upgrading to Class 4 impact-resistant shingles can qualify Austin homeowners for insurance premium discounts ranging from 10% to 30% due to better hail protection.

The off-season months of October through March, specifically January and February, often offer the best pricing as demand is lower and weather is more predictable for crews.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 2 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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