I am concerned about the cost because there are three layers of shingles on there. Will that end up costing me more? My house is 2200 sq ft.
2006-11-04 19:18:50 · 8 answers · asked by starrynight1 7 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
$20,000??! Are you serious? Please say that isn't so.
2006-11-04 19:26:54 · update #1
Just get estimates! Don't pay much attention to the numbers people are giving you. You need someone to properly measure your roof and look at the situation. Like others have said, cost depends on the valleys the pitch, the number of storeys, the type of new roofing you want, whether or not you have plywood on the roof or if you have cedar shakes under the shingles etc. Get a few estimates and then get references from the contractors to see if they are reputable.
2006-11-04 23:22:38 · answer #1 · answered by Mustbcrazy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It probably varies by area, but around here you would pay $8000-$12000 to tearoff and reshingle a house this size. The big cost is the 3 layer tearoff. It is a lot of work. When you continue to layer up shingles you are pushing the cost up in the future.
2006-11-05 06:18:39 · answer #2 · answered by morris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on valleys, how many there are, chimneys, flashing, your looking at about 5 to 6 grand, tear off will cost about or close to the same, that's the hardest part , you can't go over 3 layers that's why you always tear off when putting on a new roof . In
the long run you pay double.
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2006-11-05 03:45:34 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I Agree with Mustbcraz, Get a few estimates. Many roofing companies will quote the tear off and removal in their estimate. Also, I wouldn't necessarily go with the lowest bidder. Find one with a good name and reputation. This will make the difference between a roof, and a good roof. Good luck!
2006-11-06 00:28:01 · answer #4 · answered by boots 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're right. Three layers of roofing material is most you should have on your house. Time to rip it all off and start over. Set aside $20K for this operation.
2006-11-05 03:21:43 · answer #5 · answered by justdennis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
takes a crew to get old off . takes time to get rid of 3 layers AND dispose . now your ready to shop around for competitive offers .oh don't forget .there's nothing left on the roof to protect it from rain now .
2006-11-05 03:50:26 · answer #6 · answered by martinmm 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, unless you go with a steel or tile roof, which could be laid over the mess and some are guaranteed...well forever.
2006-11-05 03:24:09 · answer #7 · answered by james_spader_jr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it will cost more because you have to get a tearoff and pay for a dumpster.
2006-11-05 03:20:55 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋