Estimation Tool

Roof Replacement Cost Calculator

Get a planning-level cost range for your roofing project based on size, material, and complexity. This is a rough estimate — not a quote. Your written proposal from Apex will be precise.

Georgia pricing baseline Material and complexity variables included Updated to current market rates

Project parameters

2,000 sq ft
500 sq ft2,0004,0006,0008,000

Roof area ≠ floor area. Roof area is larger due to slope. A 2,000 sq ft home typically has 2,200–2,800 sq ft of roof surface.

Estimated Range

Georgia pricing baseline · Planning estimate only

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Cost Variables

What drives roofing cost in Georgia

Material selection

The largest single variable in roofing cost. Architectural asphalt shingles cost roughly half of standing seam metal per square foot of coverage — but metal lasts 2–3x longer. The right material choice depends on your property, goals, and long-term cost-per-year calculus.

Roof size and square count

Material and labor are priced per roofing square (100 sq ft). A 2,500 sq ft home typically has 25–30 roofing squares when slope is factored in. Larger roofs benefit from some economies of scale on mobilization costs.

Complexity and pitch

Steep roofs, multiple intersecting planes, many penetrations, and dormers all increase labor time significantly. A simple gable roof takes half the time of an equally sized complex hip-and-valley system.

Decking condition

If the underlying plywood or OSB decking has rot or water damage, it must be replaced before the new system goes down. This is a common add-cost item on older roofs — typically $70–$120 per sheet of plywood.

Georgia regional pricing

Labor, insurance, permitting, and material delivery costs in Georgia are generally competitive with national averages. North Georgia mountain areas may run slightly higher due to site access and logistics. This calculator's baseline already reflects Georgia regional pricing.

Warranty tier selected

GAF's Golden Pledge® lifetime warranty requires a higher installation certification level (Master Elite) and a slightly elevated installation premium versus basic warranty tiers. The coverage difference — lifetime vs. 30 years — is significant.

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