Quick Answer

Roof Replacement Cost in Nashville (2026)

Average cost in Nashville

$25,567avg

$15,000 – $30,000

$5 – $11 per sq ft

In Nashville, the average is $25,567 and most projects cost between $15,000 and $30,000, or about $5 – $11 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.

+8.5% YoY
9 sources
Updated 1 months ago
Tennessee

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Architectural shingles, underlayment, flashing

$7,500 – $15,000

50%

Labor

Installation and skilled trade work

$6,000 – $12,000

40%

Disposal & Cleanup

Tear-off and debris hauling fees

$1,000 – $2,500

8%

Permits & Inspections

Nashville Dept of Codes fees

$385 – $935

2%

🧾Sales Tax (7%) — Tennessee
Base cost + $1,790 tax$27,357

Sales Tax at 7%

📋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.

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Chimney Flashing?

Your estimate in Nashville

$25,567

Likely range $15,000 – $30,000

  • Materials50%$12,784
  • Labor40%$10,227
  • Disposal & Cleanup8%$2,045
  • Permits & Inspections2%$511

Asphalt Shingles

$25,567

Metal Roof

$44,852

Cedar Shake

$54,495

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Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Nashville. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$23,564

Today

$25,567

Roof Replacement in Nashville is ↑ 8.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $2,003 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 Nashville

Verified providers
🔨

Paragon Roofing

1201 4th Ave S #109, Nashville, TN 37210, USA

5.0
★★★★★

168 reviews

🔨

MidSouth Construction

652 Old Ezell Rd, Nashville, TN 37217, USA

4.9
★★★★½

1,111 reviews

🔨

Bill Ragan Roofing Company

2969 Armory Dr Ste 300, Nashville, TN 37204, USA

4.9
★★★★½

249 reviews

🔨

Southern Roofing Co.

2929 Kraft Dr, Nashville, TN 37204, USA

4.9
★★★★½

122 reviews

🔨

Don Kennedy

815 Fesslers Ln, Nashville, TN 37210, USA

4.8
★★★★½

959 reviews

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💬What People Actually Paid

Community

❓Common Questions

For a typical 2,000 sq. ft. home in the Nashville metro area, homeowners should budget between $15,000 and $22,000 for a full architectural shingle replacement, though premium materials can push this over $30,000.

The typical permit fee for a residential roof replacement issued by the Nashville Department of Codes and Building Safety is approximately $385, with a total range of $110 to $935 depending on project value.

Insurance typically covers replacements caused by sudden storm events like hail or wind, which are common in Middle Tennessee. However, damage due to age, wear, or neglect is generally not covered, and many local policies now include specific wind/hail deductibles.

A metal roof is a significant upgrade in the Nashville market; while asphalt averages $5–$10 per sq. ft., standing seam metal roofs typically range from $16 to $30 per sq. ft., often totaling $35,000 to $55,000 for an average home.

📊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: 1 months 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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