Roof Replacement Cost in Hamilton (2026)
Average cost in Hamilton
$8,000 — $35,000
$5 — $15 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedShingles, underlayment, and ice/water shield
42%
Installation and old roof tear-off
38%
Bin rentals and landfill tipping fees
10%
Vents, flashing, and drip edges
7%
Municipal fees and project management
3%
HST at 13%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$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
$15,507
Today
$16,593
Roof Replacement in Hamilton is ↑ 7.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,085 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 providersPlatinum Roofing & Exteriors Hamilton
157 Hendershot Rd, Hamilton, ON L0R 1P0, Canada
221 reviews
Pro Roofing Services LTD
159 Cavell Ave, Hamilton, ON L8L 7E7, Canada
215 reviews
Golden Horseshoe Roofing
449 Main St W Unit 1, Hamilton, ON L8P 1K5, Canada
106 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 1,800 to 2,500 sq ft home, most Hamilton homeowners pay between $12,000 and $22,000 for a professional architectural shingle installation.
A permit is generally not required in Hamilton for like-for-like shingle replacement on sound sheathing. However, structural changes or full deck replacements require a permit, typically costing between $300 and $600.
Most residential roof replacements in Hamilton are completed in 1 to 3 days, though complex designs or steep pitches may extend the timeline.
Asphalt shingles average $7 to $10 per sq ft installed, while metal roofing ranges from $12 to $18 per sq ft, often costing 50% to 80% more upfront for a 50+ year lifespan.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 2 weeks 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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