By the Roofers Greenville Editorial Team · Last reviewed: October 2026
A new roof in Greenville typically costs $4–$6 per sq ft installed for architectural shingles and $9–$16 for standing seam metal, using national 2026 figures from HomeGuide. For a 2,000 sq ft single-story house, that’s about $6,700–$13,400 for asphalt shingles. No independent Greenville price survey exists, so these are national figures. Start with our roof replacement in Greenville page for what a full job should include.
In this guide:
- What does a new roof cost by material?
- What does a new roof cost by house size?
- What extra costs can a roof quote include?
- What pushes Greenville roof quotes up or down?
- What do local roofers say a new roof costs?
- What should a roof replacement quote list?
- Frequently asked questions
What does a new roof cost by material?
The material you choose sets the price per square foot more than anything else. These are installed prices, including labor.
| Material | Installed cost per sq ft | Typical total | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt 3-tab shingles | $3–$5 | $5,700–$12,000 | 15–20 years |
| Architectural shingles | $4–$6 | $7,500–$16,000 | 20–30 years |
| Metal shingles | $6–$14 | $9,000–$35,000 | 30–80+ years (metal) |
| Standing seam metal | $9–$16 | $13,500–$40,000 | 30–80+ years (metal) |
| Tile | $7–$25 | $10,500–$62,500 | 30–100+ years |
| Slate | $10–$30 | $22,000–$70,000 | 50–200+ years |
| Flat roof (all types) | $3–$11 | $4,000–$16,800 | 5–60 years |
| TPO (flat) | $4–$10 | — | 10–25 years |
Specialist materials have their own pages: metal roofing, cedar and synthetic shake ($25–$30 and $12–$20 per sq ft) and slate and tile.
What does a new roof cost by house size?
Bigger houses have bigger roofs, but pitch and shape matter too. HomeGuide’s figures assume a single-story house with a 6:12 pitch and asphalt shingles.
| House size | Typical total cost |
|---|---|
| 1,500 sq ft | $5,000–$10,100 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $6,700–$13,400 |
| 2,500 sq ft | $8,500–$16,800 |
| 3,000 sq ft | $10,100–$20,100 |
What extra costs can a roof quote include?
Three add-ons account for most of the difference between quotes for the same roof.
| Item | Typical national cost |
|---|---|
| Tear-off of the old roof | $1–$5 per sq ft ($1–$3 for shingles or metal) |
| Decking replacement | $2–$5 per sq ft |
| Building permit | $100–$500, depending on location |
Decking is the big unknown, because nobody can see it until the old roof is off. Get a per-sheet price in writing so it can’t surprise you.
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What pushes Greenville roof quotes up or down?
The same national range covers very different roofs. These factors move a quote within it:
- Pitch: steep roofs need extra safety equipment and go slower.
- Complexity: valleys, dormers, skylights and chimneys add flashing and labor.
- Layers: removing two layers of old shingles costs more than one.
- Decking: rotten boards are replaced at the per-sheet price.
- Access: a tight lot or a long carry from the dumpster adds time.
- Material grade: premium shingle lines and impact-rated products cost more.
- Ventilation and extras: new ridge vents, skylights or gutters added to the job.
- Timing: demand rises after storms; Greenville County’s hail and wind records peak from May to July (NOAA).
What do local roofers say a new roof costs?
Few Greenville roofers publish prices. One that does, Mighty Dog Roofing of Greenville, gives $12,000–$18,000 for a typical shingle replacement on a 1–2 day timeline in its FAQ (source). That’s one company’s estimate for its own work, not a market average, but it sits in the same range as HomeGuide’s figures for a larger or more complex house.
What should a roof replacement quote list?
A detailed quote lets you compare roofers line by line. Ask for each of these as a separate line:
- Tear-off and disposal (number of layers).
- Decking: per-sheet price for replacements.
- Underlayment (synthetic) and ice-and-water shield in valleys and around penetrations.
- Drip edge, flashing and pipe boots: new, not reused.
- Shingles or panels by product name and color.
- Ridge cap and ventilation.
- Permit, if required, and who pulls it.
- Clean-up, magnetic nail sweep and dumpster.
- Manufacturer warranty registration and workmanship warranty terms.
- Payment schedule.
How to judge each line, and the red flags to watch for, is in how to choose a roofer in South Carolina. If the roof might only need a repair, compare with our roof repair cost guide and repair or replace.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a roof replacement take?
HomeGuide puts asphalt shingles at 1–3 days, metal at 1–5 days, and wood shakes or slate at 6–8 days.
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Sources
- HomeGuide: Roof replacement cost (Nov 2025)
- HomeGuide: Flat roof replacement cost (Nov 2025)
- Mighty Dog Roofing of Greenville: FAQ (company estimate)
- NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database
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