Roofing companies offer various services to help you maintain the look and structural integrity of your roof.  But since their capabilities go beyond simply inspecting and maintaining the upper exterior of your home, it can be quite tough to set a proper budget for a roofing project.

To make things easier, we’ve compiled a guide containing cost estimates for various roofing services.  In case you intend to seek out other home improvement services, we’ve also included resources pertaining to home builders, renovations, plumbers, electricians, and the like.

Breaking Down the Cost of Common Roofing Services

Inspections

Starting with the basics, roof inspections serve as a way for your technician to gauge the type of care or maintenance your roof needs.  Prior to inspections, your roofer will usually consult with you to ascertain whether there are any problem areas or specific concerns to address.

Once your roofer is aware of any issues or concerns you may have, they will then conduct either a manual or drone-assisted inspection.  The former is carried out using a simple ladder to climb up to the roof of your home for a visual check while the latter is done using a high-tech drone.

Manual expectations will usually cost between $80 to $200 depending on your technician’s hourly fees.  Drone-assisted inspections that utilize thermal imaging and the like will be more costly with a price range of $400 to $600.

Repairs

After concluding the inspection, your technician will speak with you once more to give you a summary of your roof’s condition.  Should the need for roof repairs or maintenance arise, your roofer will clear all required work with you before carrying out any tasks.

Common repairs can include replacing damaged shingles, replacing damaged roof vents, plugging leaks, and mending damage or warping from inclement weather.  Depending on the extent of your repairs you could end up spending between $500 to $1,000 on average.

It’s worth noting that this cost can rise due to the need for scaffolding and safety structures which result in an additional $2,000 to $3,000.

Re-roofing/Installation

If your roof is particularly damaged, it may be far more cost-effective to simply replace the whole thing altogether.  This is usually the case for roofs that have experienced extensive water damage through an unaddressed leak.

The average cost for a new roof is usually between $18,000 and $20,000 this has yet to include the cost for scaffolding which will add an aforementioned $2,000 to $3,000.  While this is certainly no small sum, you’ll ultimately pay more to repair your roof section by section.

Gutter Cleaning

Though it may seem insignificant, cleaning your gutters serves the very important purpose of clearing your roof’s waterways to allow proper drainage.  Uncleaned gutters often lead to a whole host of problems such as leaking, wood root, and fungus.

Depending on the size of your home, the cost of gutter cleaning will usually be between $200 and $400.  With this particular service, you have the option to work with a gutter cleaner or simply add on the service to your roofing company’s maintenance.

With the cost of general roofing services covered, we sincerely hope you’ll have a much easier time seeking out and budgeting for your roofing needs.