Cost guide · 5 min read
How much does a roof replacement cost in Dallas–Fort Worth?
Most roofers won't give you a number until a salesperson is in your living room. We'll just tell you how it works — and you can measure your own roof in seconds with our instant estimator.
What does a new roof cost in DFW?
Roofing is priced by the "square" — one square equals 100 square feet of roof surface. In the Dallas–Fort Worth area, a quality architectural asphalt shingle roof installed typically runs about $400–$450 per square at PowerEdge, all-in.
A typical single-story home has roughly 20–35 squares of roof once pitch and overhangs are counted, so most asphalt re-roofs land in a broad range — which is exactly why a real measurement matters more than a phone guess.
What is a "roofing square," and how many will my roof need?
A roofing square is 100 sq ft of actual roof surface — not floor space. Your roof area is larger than your home's footprint because of pitch (slope) and overhangs.
Our instant estimator measures your roof's true surface area from satellite imagery, divides by 100 to get squares, adds about 10% for waste and cuts, and multiplies by our per-square rate. You get a ballpark in seconds, no sales call.
What changes the price of a roof?
A few factors move the number up or down:
- Size — more squares, more cost (the biggest driver).
- Pitch — steeper roofs are slower and more dangerous to work, so they cost more.
- Material — architectural asphalt vs. premium designer shingles, metal, or tile.
- Tear-off — removing one or more existing layers and hauling them off.
- Decking — rotten or damaged decking under the shingles must be replaced.
- Access and complexity — valleys, dormers, steep multi-story sections, and tight access.
Will insurance pay for my new roof?
Often, yes. If your roof was damaged by hail or wind, a Texas homeowners policy frequently covers the replacement — and you typically pay only your deductible, not the full retail price.
The catch is timing and documentation. See our guide on Texas hail-damage insurance claims for the honest step-by-step, including the rules a legitimate contractor follows.
How do I get an exact price?
An instant estimate gets you a ballpark; an exact price comes from a free on-site measurement where we confirm the roof, the decking, and the scope. There's no charge and no obligation — and if a repair is the honest fix instead of a replacement, we'll tell you.