Any idea what contractors are charging per square shingles?
- Thread starter Cyfan1965
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Just paid $410 per square to replace an older section of our roof last week in the Twin Cities metro area. Included new roof vents, plumbing boots, chimney flashing, and a small decking repair. I thought that price was decent. The same contractor quoted $300 per square 4 years ago so prices have definitely increased.
Most other contractors wouldn't even give us a quote since we weren't filing an insurance claim.
Most other contractors wouldn't even give us a quote since we weren't filing an insurance claim.
I definitely wouldn’t put shingles on a flat roof. I can’t believe a contractor would agree to that.
Not entirely flat- I think there is enough pitch for it could go either way.
I wouldn't consider putting shingles on anything less than a 4/12 pitch roof. Much less than that and you are just asking for ice damage.
Edit: Don't get me wrong, I've seen it done, but you severely reduce the life of the shingles.
And wind damage, wind-blown water infiltration, etc. There are much better underlayment options now though.
Yep, I would suggest steel for lower pitches or rubber if it's really flat.