Worried about roof leaks and your old roof not holding up in one of our Northeast Florida storms?
The afternoon storms in Florida may be normal for some of us. Yet when transplants arrive here their reactions to our normal summer storms would have us consider they’re not so normal! So if you have an old roof, we understand you may have concerns about it not holding up. And as a homeowner, the biggest concern we have when things need repairing around our home is the cost, right?
Being in the roofing business for 30 years, RoofCrafters understand that a roof replacement is a pretty hefty investment. A home improvement project that Jacksonville homeowners want to get as cheaply as possible. We get it and our family has helped thousands of homeowners with their roof replacements. Now we want to share our 3 decades of experience with you by discussing the cost.
In this article, you'll learn:
- The 3 main factors that determine the cost.
- The cheapest roofing material available.
- The cost of the top 7 roof materials installed on homes in Florida.
By the end of this article, you'll know the fairest answer to, “What’s the cheapest roof replacement in Florida?”. And hopefully, you'll be able to make a better-informed decision about your upcoming roof replacement project.
Let’s get started!
3 Main Factors that Affect the Cost of a Roof Replacement
The cost of replacing your roof replacement in Jacksonville varies depending on several factors. yet, in our 30 years, we’ve found it comes down to 3 main factors:
- The roof material
- The square footage
- The complexity
The cheapest roofing materials installed on homes in Jacksonville, Florida are 3-tab asphalt shingles. Keep in mind they also come with the least amount of lifespan, wind, and storm protection.
You do have 4 different types of asphalt shingles to choose from depending on the particular style, color, or pattern that you prefer. Also, the level of protection you desire is an important factor. So, if you want a longer-lasting warranty, it'll affect the final cost of your roof replacement.
The 4 shingle types are:
- 3-Tab shingles
- Architectural Shingles
- Upgraded Architectural Shingles
- Designer Shingles
It would be impossible for us to give you an exact price without knowing all the factors that go into calculating the final cost. So we'll provide you with the average cost of a typical home in Duval County with the cheapest roof available: A basic 3-Tab shingle roof by GAF.
The 3-Tab shingles shown above are the cheapest roofing materials available in Jacksonville, Florida. Homeowners in Duval County can expect the cost of their roof to average between $7,300 and $10,600. This price is based on a standard 3 to 4-bedroom with a 2-car garage.
Your price may be slightly less, but it could be a little higher. But typically it'll fall somewhere between. Depending on all the different factors that go into calculating the exact price for your roof. Now we'll go over some other material options.
7 Roofing Materials Installed on Jacksonville Homes
The roof materials you desire are one of the main factors that go into calculating the cost of your roof replacement in Jacksonville, FL. Below are 7 of the most popular roof materials. We've also included the average cost for a roof replacement installing those roofing materials in Jacksonville.
- 3-Tab shingle average cost of $7,300 to $10,600
- Architectural shingle average cost $11,200 to $17,100
- Upgraded architectural shingles average cost $13,100 to $19,000
- Designer shingles have an average cost of $18,300 to $29,100
- Screw-down metal roofs average cost of $16,500 to $31,700
- Standing seam metal roof average cost $27,500 to $42,300
- Spanish tile roof average cost $33,700 to $69,800
Cheapest Roof in Jacksonville: 3-Tab Shingles
In Jacksonville, 3-tab shingles are the cheapest shingles on the market. 3-tab shingles are often referred to as builder-grade shingles. In the Northeast Florida region, they’re mostly installed on new construction homes and investment properties.
3-tab shingles are a good material option if you have a tight budget. And if you’re ok with having less protection during the heavy wind and rain storm we have here in Florida.
View GAF 3-tab colors here.
To install a 3-tab shingle roof on a home with a split level or 2 or 3 stories. More complex, with a chimney or a skylight and several valleys, the average cost is $10,600
Affordable Roof Replacement in Florida: Architectural Shingles
Architectural asphalt shingles are heavier than the 3-tab shingles. If protection is more important you may want to consider these as a better option. They’ll provide you with a better wind rating than the lighter 3-tab shingle. The warranties are also longer-lasting.
These are the most popular asphalt shingles installed on homes in Duval County.
View GAF Architectural colors here.
View CertainTeed shingle colors here.
Architectural shingles on a Florida home with a split level or 2 stories. Standard roofline with walls, dormers, and valleys, the average cost is $17,100
Upgraded Architectural Shingle Cost in Duval County
Upgraded architectural shingles provide you with the same economic ease as the other shingles. The major differences are the weight and curb appeal. Side by side with the regular architectural shingle there is a big aesthetic difference.
The upgraded architectural shingle is manufactured using more asphalt. This makes it heavier. The added weight makes it a thicker shingle giving your roof more definition. This added definition on your roof creates pop from the street and will boost your curb appeal.
View GAF Upgraded Architectural colors here.
View CertainTeed Upgraded colors options here.
Installation of an upgraded architectural shingle on a home in Florida with a split level or 2 or 3 stories. More complex, with a chimney or a skylight and several valleys, the average cost is $19,000
Most Expensive Asphalt Roof: Designer Shingles
Designer shingles are also sometimes referred to as luxury shingles. Designer or luxury shingles are specially designed to add a unique one-of-a-kind look to your home. Their unique designs will greatly impact your curb apparel. The number one way to increase the value of our home is by adding curb appeal. More curb appeal means your beautiful home in Jacksonville will increase in value.
View GAF designer styles and colors here.
View CertainTeed's styles and colors here.
For a designer asphalt shingle roof on a home with a split level or 2 or 3 stories. More complex, with a chimney or a skylight and several valleys, the average cost is $29,100
Going Metal in Jacksonville: Screw-Down Roofing
A screw-down metal roof is also called an exposed fastener roof. Some of the more technical names are; agricultural panels, 5-V crimp metal roofs, maxi-rib metal roofs, or multi-rib metal roofs. They’re designed to look like a metal roof, however, it requires much less labor. It also requires less craftsmanship to install over its stronger bigger brother, the standing seam metal.
It’s important to note that metal expands and contracts. Which can cause the exposed fasteners to come loose over time. So, a screw-down roof will require roof maintenance at around the 5-8 year mark.
View different metal profiles and colors here.
A screw-down metal roof on a home with a split level or 2 or 3 stories. More complex, with a chimney or a skylight and several valleys, the average cost is $31,700
Floridians Invest in the Best: Standing Seam Metal Roof
A standing seam metal roof is one of the best roof options for any home or business in a Florida community. It is the top-of-the-line for metal roofing materials. It will withstand brutal wind and blowing rain.
And yes, as you can see from the figures below, this roof does come with a much greater upfront investment. After going through several hurricanes. Well worth it in our humble opinion.
Bonus - It also comes with massive curb appeal, the strongest wind protection, and the longest-lasting materials. Win-Win-Win.
View Standing Seam metal colors here.
A standing seam metal roof on a home with a split level or 2 or 3 stories. More complex, with a chimney or a skylight and several valleys, the average cost is $42,300
Not the Cheapest: Tile Roofs in Florida
Tile roofing is one of the premium roof materials. A tile roof replacement or sometimes referred to as a Spanish roof is costly. It's labor-intensive and takes a lot of skill to install properly. Tiles are designed for longevity and to appeal to a certain architectural design or style.
Typically these are installed on Mediterranean, European, Modern, and of course Spanish-style homes.
View Tile roofing profiles and colors here.
A tile roof on a home with a split level or 2 or 3 stories. Complex roofline with a chimney, walls, and several valleys, the average cost is $69,800
Choose the Right Roofing Company Not the Cheapest
Now that you know the 3 factors that impact the cost of a roof replacement. You also know the cheapest materials available. We’ve also provided you examples of the top 7 roofing products installed in 2023 along with the average cost of those roofs. What else do you want to learn about? We want to help you become the most educated homeowner in Florida!
We know it’s a big investment and an extremely important one at that. So we've also put together a hiring checklist. It has some frequently asked questions, along with the answers to the questions. Hopefully, this will help guide you and make you feel confident in making a great hiring decision.
Here at Roofcrafters of Florida, we want to be a part of helping educate all the communities we serve. So that hopefully, you feel confident along every step of the way of your roof investment journey.
If you'd like to save yourself time and are ready to schedule an inspection now. We'd love to send one of our professional estimators out to meet you. They'll do a professional roof inspection and go over the products, warranties, and services we offer. Click the button below to start your roofing journey.
