Quick Answer

Roof Replacement Cost in Columbus (2026)

Average cost in Columbus

US$12,100avg

US$6,500 — US$24,500

US$5 — US$11 per sq ft

+5% YoY
12 sources
Updated today
Ohio

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional installation and supervision

US$3,575 — US$13,475

55%

Materials

Shingles, underlayment, and flashing

US$2,600 — US$9,800

40%

Disposal & Waste

Old roof removal and debris hauling

US$195 — US$735

3%

Permits & Inspections

City of Columbus building department fees

US$130 — US$490

2%

🧾Sales Tax (5.75%) — Ohio
Base cost + $696 tax$12,796

Sales Tax at 5.75%

📋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$7,760

US$6,208 — US$9,312

Based on 12 sources and market data for Columbus. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Roof Replace Contractors in Columbus

Verified providers
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PRO Roofing Solutions Columbus

4701 Olentangy River Rd Suite 100, Columbus, OH 43214, USA

5.0
★★★★★

143 reviews

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Mighty Dog Roofing of Columbus West

1145 Chesapeake Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, USA

4.9
★★★★½

251 reviews

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Cap City Restoration

1723 Old Leonard Ave, Columbus, OH 43219, USA

4.9
★★★★½

164 reviews

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Ramos Roofing

201 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43235, USA

4.9
★★★★½

383 reviews

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Columbus Roofing Company

5131 Post Rd #355, Dublin, OH 43017, USA

4.9
★★★★½

262 reviews

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💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

In 2026, the City of Columbus charges a base residential roof replacement permit fee of approximately $141 to $145, which often includes a 1% state surcharge.

For a standard 1,500 sq ft home, which requires roughly 1,800 sq ft of material, Columbus homeowners typically pay between $9,368 and $14,878 for asphalt shingles.

No, Columbus roofing costs are generally 10-14% lower than the national average due to a lower cost of living, though they are 10-15% higher than rural Ohio areas.

Asphalt shingles average $4.50 to $7.50 per sq ft installed, while metal roofing in the Columbus market typically ranges from $11.00 to $20.00 per sq ft.

📊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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.