Quick Answer

Roof Replacement Cost in Columbus (2026)

Average cost in Columbus

US$13,072avg

US$7,500 — US$25,000

US$4 — US$11 per sq ft

+8% YoY
9 sources
Updated 2 weeks ago
Ohio

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Architectural shingles, underlayment, and flashing

US$3,375 — US$11,250

45%

Labor

Installation and professional crew fees

US$3,600 — US$12,000

48%

Disposal

Tear-off and debris hauling fees

US$375 — US$1,250

5%

Permits

City of Columbus building permit and surcharges

US$150 — US$500

2%

🧾Sales Tax (5.75%) — Ohio
Base cost + $752 tax$13,824

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

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$12,104

Today

US$13,072

Roof Replacement in Columbus is 8.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$968 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 Columbus

Verified providers
🔨

PRO Roofing Solutions Columbus

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

5.0
★★★★★

145 reviews

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Right Way Roofing

3474 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214, USA

5.0
★★★★★

145 reviews

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Columbus Roofing Company

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

4.9
★★★★½

262 reviews

🔨

Ramos Roofing

201 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43235, USA

4.9
★★★★½

383 reviews

🔨

Supreme Roofing & Exterior

1015 E Broad St #210, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

4.9
★★★★½

146 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

In 2026, a 2,000 sq ft home in Columbus typically costs between $12,000 and $18,000 for quality architectural shingles with professional installation.

The flat fee for a residential roof replacement permit in Columbus is approximately $141.40 to $200.90, which includes the base fee and state/technology surcharges.

Yes, the Residential Code of Ohio requires an ice barrier membrane at all valleys and eaves, extending 24 inches past the interior wall line to protect against ice damming common in Central Ohio winters.

While asphalt shingles average $6–$10 per sq ft installed, metal roofing in Columbus ranges from $15–$20 per sq ft, often resulting in a total project cost between $30,000 and $70,000.

📊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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