Roof Replacement Cost in San Francisco (2026)
Average cost in San Francisco
US$15,000 — US$45,000
US$7 — US$18 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedInstallation and supervision
35%
Shingles, tiles, or membrane
30%
Removal of old layers and debris
15%
DBI permits and Title 24 compliance
10%
Drip edges, vents, and underlayment
10%
Sales Tax at 7.25%
📋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
US$8,452 — US$12,678
Based on 8 sources and market data for San Francisco. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
🏢Top Roof Replace Contractors in San Francisco
Verified providersELM Roofing Contractors Inc
1485 Bayshore Blvd #320p, San Francisco, CA 94124, USA
120 reviews
Marina Bay Roofing
4411 Geary Blvd # 301, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA
104 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
Permit fees are based on project valuation and typically range from $255 for simple reroofs to over $1,500 for complex projects, often totaling 6-9% of the project cost.
Yes, neighborhood density and access significantly impact pricing; projects in Pacific Heights can cost 30-50% more than in the Sunset District due to staging challenges and steep pitches.
California's Title 24 requires most new roofs to be 'cool roofs' with high solar reflectance, which can add 10-15% to material costs but improves long-term energy efficiency.
Standard reroofing permits are often issued over-the-counter in 1-3 days, while projects involving structural changes or skylights can take 4-8 weeks for DBI review.
📊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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.