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Just because your roof springs a leak doesn't mean you need to call a roofing contractor right away. It's important to distinguish the cost of a new roof -- almost $6,500 on average -- versus the much more affordable $550 to repair a roof. Cost: A DIY asphalt roof installation on a standard ranch-style house costs from $680 to $3,700, depending on the size of the roof and the quality of the materials. 2  Professional installation can cost between $1,700 and $8,400. 3  Wood Shake -- This is a gorgeous but high-maintenance option.
Cost breakdown. The average prices for this project would include: 1  Hiring a Contractor-according to the ImproveNet.com website, the cost of a standing seem metal roof installation for the house described above would be $6700.2  This includes new plywood sheathing as well as the removal and disposal of pre-existing roofing. This estimate breaks down to $4 per square foot, but it is necessary to note that the the overall average for metal roofing installations will vary according to the region and the materials selected. 2  A homeowner can expect costs to range from as low as $3 per square foot to as high as $15; and.