Quick Answer

Roof Replacement Cost in Hamilton (2026)

Average cost in Hamilton

$16,036avg

$8,000 — $35,000

$7 — $10 per sq ft

+8% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Tear-off and installation

$7,425 — $9,075

50%

Materials

Architectural shingles and underlayment

$5,940 — $7,260

40%

Disposal

Bin rental and landfill fees

$1,155 — $1,320

7%

Permits & Fees

City of Hamilton building permits

$291 — $495

3%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $2,085 tax$18,121

HST at 13%

📋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

$8,915

$7,132 — $10,698

Based on 8 sources and market data for Hamilton. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$14,848

Today

$16,036

Roof Replacement in Hamilton is 8.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,188 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 Hamilton

Verified providers
🔨

The Roofing Master Hamilton

544 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON L9C 2Y4, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

286 reviews

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Platinum Roofing & Exteriors Hamilton

157 Hendershot Rd, Hamilton, ON L0R 1P0, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

229 reviews

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Pro Roofing Services LTD

159 Cavell Ave, Hamilton, ON L8L 7E7, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

230 reviews

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Sameday Roofing

160 Grosvenor Ave N, Hamilton, ON L8L 7S8, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

109 reviews

🔨

Golden Horseshoe Roofing

449 Main St W Unit 1, Hamilton, ON L8P 1K5, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

109 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 'like-for-like' shingle replacement, a permit is typically not required in Hamilton. However, structural changes, adding skylights, or changing the roofline require a permit with a minimum fee of $291 as of 2026.

A typical 2-storey home with a roof area between 1,800 and 2,500 sq ft usually costs between $12,000 and $22,000 for a professional installation using architectural shingles.

Metal roofing in Hamilton is a premium option, typically costing between $12 and $18 per sq ft, which brings the total project cost to an average of $18,799 to $45,000+ depending on the home size.

Most residential projects in Hamilton are completed in 1 to 3 days. A simple bungalow can often be finished in a single day, while larger or more complex roofs may take up to 3 days.

📊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: 3 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

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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