Roofing Cost in Metro Detroit (2026)
A new asphalt roof in Metro Detroit generally runs $4.50–$8 per square foot installed, which puts a typical 1,800-square-foot roof somewhere around $8,000–$14,000. Metal lands higher. Where you fall depends on the material, the pitch and complexity of the roof, how many layers come off, and whether the deck needs repair once it is exposed.
What drives the price
Material sets the baseline — basic 3-tab shingles are cheapest, architectural shingles are the mid-range standard, and standing-seam metal costs two to three times as much. After material, the roof itself matters: a steep pitch needs staging and slows the crew, and lots of valleys, dormers, and penetrations add flashing labor. Tear-off is the next factor; removing two layers costs more than one. The wildcard is decking — rotted sheathing found during tear-off is replaced by the sheet and added to the bill.
Typical ranges by material
- 3-tab asphalt: $4.50–$5.50 / sq ft installed
- Architectural (dimensional) asphalt: $5.50–$7 / sq ft installed
- Standing-seam metal: $10–$16+ / sq ft installed
- Deck replacement: often $70–$120 per sheet of sheathing as needed
Chimney re-flashing, skylight work, and new ventilation are commonly separate line items.
Reading a roofing quote honestly
A trustworthy quote names the shingle line and warranty, states the underlayment and where ice-and-water shield goes, and spells out whether deck repair is included or billed as found. Beware a flat per-square number with no mention of flashing, ventilation, or tear-off layers — that is where surprise charges and skipped steps live. When we match you with a roofer, you get an itemized scope you can actually compare against another bid.
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