I recently had a roof inspection and got a quote of $43,000 for replacing architectural shingles and doing a full decking replacement on my 2000 sqft home and garage in Massachusetts. The inspector found some new water damage in the attic and mentioned that, since the house previously had a second layer of shingles added back in 2008, finding out if the entire decking needs replacement will only be possible after the roof is torn off. I'd like to know if this quote seems overpriced and if a full decking replacement is really necessary. Any advice from roofing professionals would be awesome!
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It's tough to gauge exactly without knowing the roof's size, as the sqft can sometimes differ significantly from the home's size. That being said, $43K does seem high. If you've got multiple layers to remove, it can turn into a messy job, especially if there's something unexpected like cedar shakes underneath! Just be cautious of low quotes, as those might not account for the complications. I agree with others, getting more estimates is the way to go.
I had my roof replaced on a 2800 sqft house in MA for only $18K, and that included some complicated angles and four new skylights! I gathered three quotes and chose the middle one based on reputation and quality rather than just price. Definitely aim for at least 5 quotes to get a clearer picture of what you should expect.
$43K seems quite steep for a 2,000 sqft roof replacement, especially with architectural shingles and decking. Typically, these jobs fall around $25K to $35K unless you have significant damage. Since the contractor can't verify decking needs until removal, consider asking for an estimate that charges for decking only if it's actually required. I recommend getting at least two more estimates from reliable local roofers to compare prices before making a decision.