Quick Answer

Roof Replacement Cost in Oshawa (2026)

Average cost in Oshawa

$11,374avg

$6,342 — $20,000

$6 — $9 per sq ft

+4.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Asphalt shingles, underlayment, and flashing

$2,850 — $9,000

45%

Labor

Professional installation and safety setup

$2,200 — $7,000

35%

Disposal & Cleanup

Bin rentals and landfill tipping fees

$650 — $2,000

10%

Overhead & Profit

Insurance, warranty, and business costs

$450 — $1,400

7%

Permits

City of Oshawa building permits

$192 — $600

3%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $1,479 tax$12,853

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

$8,998

$7,198 — $10,798

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

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$10,884

Today

$11,374

Roof Replacement in Oshawa is 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $490 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 Oshawa

Verified providers
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Wilson Roofing

47 Fernhill Blvd, Oshawa, ON L1J 5J1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

571 reviews

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Over The Top - Roofing & Repairs

78 Hemmingway Dr, Courtice, ON L1E 2C6, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

181 reviews

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Logik Roofing & Insulation Oshawa

1333 Boundary Rd Unit 33, Oshawa, ON L1J 6Z7, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

468 reviews

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Mint Roofing Ltd.

1115 Wentworth St W Unit 2, Oshawa, ON L1J 7E2, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

72 reviews

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Dryhome Roofing

74 King St W, Oshawa, ON L1H 1A6, Canada

4.6
★★★★½

77 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

Yes, if structural repairs are involved (like replacing rafters or decking), a permit is required. For a standard shingle-to-shingle replacement, most contractors include the base permit fee of approximately $192 in their quote.

In 2026, metal roofs in Oshawa average between $15,738 and $23,000, which is roughly 2.5 to 3 times the cost of standard asphalt shingles ($6,342 - $9,500).

Homeowners can expect to pay between $5.50 and $8.50 per square foot for a standard residential roof. For steep or complex roofs with multiple valleys, prices often exceed $10.00 per square foot.

Due to high snowfall and freeze-thaw cycles in the Durham Region, local quotes typically include $800 - $1,500 for enhanced ice and water shield protection and upgraded ventilation to prevent ice damming.

📊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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