In 2021 roofing in King County* averaged
$12,000 for a 1700 sqft single story house.
*King County cities serviced: Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Issaquah, Renton, Seattle
Getting a new roof
It is vital to ensure that your roof is up-to-date and is able to protect the home from all the weather we experience in the Pacific Northwest. Roofs are typically replaced every 10-15 years depending on wear and tear. We have seen roofing price quotes range from $10,000 to $25,000. There are many roofers that overcharge to unexperienced buyers. Get familiar with all you need to know when purchasing a new roof with key guidance below:
Typical roofing quote depends on
- Total Square Footage of Room
- Type of Roof
- Brand of Roof
- Roofing Warranty
- Workmanship
Best practices in picking a roofer
- Get at least 3 roofing quotes
- Check references
- See previous projects
- Get commitment for a project start date and end date
- Add a performance contingency to the contract
- Research the roofer
- Negotiate
- Pay fair price
- Watch out for fly by night roofers
- Pay in 3-4 installments