So, you just learned you need a new roof for your Belle Meade, Tennessee home. Now you’re scrambling, trying to learn as much as possible about a roof replacement.
This includes the roof replacement process, which roofing material is right for you, how long it takes, and so much more. But if you’re like the majority of homeowners, there’s one big thing you care about.
This, of course, is how much a roof replacement will cost. Unfortunately, pricing is the hardest information to find because the industry avoids anything relating to cost.
But for over 30 years, the team at Bill Ragan Roofing has done things differently. We take pride in being upfront and answering tough questions the rest of the roofing industry avoids.
To start this article, we’ll cover the average cost of a roof replacement in Tennessee. After that, we’ll give you the price per square foot of the popular types of roofing materials in the Belle Meade area.
By the end, you’ll not only have a good idea of the budget you’ll need for your roof replacement but also which roofing material is right for your Belle Meade home.
How much does a roof replacement cost in Belle Meade, Tennessee?
Too many factors go into the cost of a new roof in Belle Meade, Tennessee. So, unfortunately, it’s impossible to give an exact price without getting on your roof for an assessment.
However, I can at least give you the average cost of a new roof for a standard middle-class Belle Meade, Tennessee home.
Homeowners with a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a walkable roof pitch, a little roof complexity, and architectural asphalt shingles can expect the average cost for a new roof to be around $12,000 to $15,000.
Your roof could be less, more, or fit right in the price range above because no two homes or roofs in Belle Meade will be the exact same. The only way to get an exact cost for a new roof is to call a local Nashville/Belle Meade roofing contractor to give you a quote for your roof replacement.
How much does a new roof cost in Belle Meade, Tennessee, based on the roofing material you choose?
Remember, the price range above is based on an architectural asphalt shingle on a common middle-class home. But what if you want a different asphalt shingle, a completely different type of roofing material, or you don’t live in a home that I described above?
For the rest of this article, we’ll cover the cost per square foot for the popular types of roofing materials in the Belle Meade, Tennessee, area. But remember, the prices in this article aren’t exact and should only be used to give you an idea of the budget you’ll need.
How much does an asphalt roof cost in Belle Meade, Tennessee?
The 3 different types of asphalt shingles (3-tab, architectural/dimensional, and luxury) all have different looks, lifespans, and, of course, prices.
For a one-story house with a basic up-and-over roof with no penetrations and no valleys, you can expect your new asphalt roof to cost around $4.00 per square foot. This includes basic 3-tab asphalt shingles, underlayment, and other roof components.
For a two-story house with a little complexity and good accessibility, you can expect your new asphalt roof to cost around $5.86 per square foot. This includes a good quality architectural asphalt shingle, upgrading your underlayment, and using all of the manufacturer’s roofing components.
For a two-story house with a cut-up, complex roof, a steep pitch, and not easily accessible, you can expect your new asphalt roof to cost around $8.50 per square foot. This includes luxury asphalt shingles, using all of the manufacturer’s roofing components, and upgrading to copper for the flashing and in the valleys.
How much does a metal roof cost in Belle Meade, Tennessee?
Your two metal roof options are a standing seam metal roof and a screw-down metal panel roof. Just like the different types of asphalt shingles, they both come in at very different price points.
A new screw-down (also known as an exposed fastener) panel metal roof costs around $4.50 per square foot to start.
On the other hand, you can expect a new 24 gauge steel standing seam metal roof to cost around $12.00 per square foot for a one-story house with a basic up and over roof with no penetrations and no valleys.
For a more complex roof on a one-story home, you can expect a new 24 gauge steel standing seam metal roof to cost around $15.00 per square foot.
If you’re seriously considering a metal roof for your Belle Meade, Tennessee home, I recommend a standing seam metal roof to ensure you get the most out of your investment.
How much does a composite (synthetic) roof cost in Belle Meade, Tennessee?
Composite (aka synthetic) shingles are made of a synthetic polymer or recycled materials and designed to look exactly like a slate or cedar shake roof. While they are made of the same material, the price will differ depending on the type of composite shingle you choose.
A new synthetic cedar shake roof will cost around $14.00-$18.00 per square foot. You can actually expect to pay more for a natural cedar shake roof.
On the other hand, a new synthetic slate roof costs around $10.00 to $12.00 per square foot to start and has the potential to get up to $20.00 or more per square foot. Like its cedar shake counterpart, a synthetic slate roof will always be cheaper than actual slate.
Both types of composite shingles roofs will be a sizable investment, and you can expect them to cost more than the most expensive asphalt shingle roof.
How much does a cedar shake roof cost in Belle Meade, Tennessee?
A cedar shake roof is a premium roof system made of natural wood (cedar) materials. Because it’s considered a premium roof system, it will come at a pretty steep price point.
A new cedar shake roof will cost around $25.00 per square foot for a one-story house with a mildly complex roof. For a more complex roof, the cost of a new cedar shake roof will be around $30.00 per square foot.
If you’re interested in a cedar shake roof, a major cost factor is the grade of cedar shake shingle you choose for your roof replacement.
How much does a slate roof cost in Belle Meade, Tennessee?
A slate roof is a premium roof system made primarily out of natural slate roofing materials. It’s one of the longest-lasting roof systems on the market and offers a big boost to your home’s curb appeal.
For labor and materials, you can expect a slate roof to start around $15.00 per square foot and has the potential to get up to around $30.00 or more per square foot.
If you’re strongly considering a slate roof, just know it’s one of the most expensive types of roofing materials in not only Belle Meade, Tennessee, but also around the country.
The best roofing contractors in Belle Meade, Tennessee
You now have a good idea of how much your new roof will cost in Belle Meade, Tennessee. Remember, the costs we cover in this article aren’t exact.
If you want an even better idea of the cost numbers for the specific materials this article covers, multiply them by your roof’s square footage. If you don’t know how to calculate your roof’s square footage to properly use the numbers we mentioned, check out How to Calculate the Square Footage of Your Roof.
After reading this article, you’re ready to start your search for a great roofing contractor in the Belle Meade, Tennessee, area. Unfortunately, there are too many options in Belle Meade and the rest of Nashville that it’s hard to spot a reputable roofing contractor.
While we’re confident we can take care of all your roofing needs in the Belle Meade area, we understand we’re not the right fit for everyone. That’s why we wrote an article on the 7 Best Belle Meade (Nashville), Tennessee, roofing contractors we’re confident recommending to homeowners like you.
Since 1990, the team at Bill Ragan Roofing has provided high-quality roofing services in Belle Meade, Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, and other surrounding areas. No matter if you need roof repairs or a full roof replacement, you can count on our workmanship backed by a lifetime warranty to give you a roof that will last for decades.
If you think we’re the roofing company for your Belle Meade roof replacement, don’t hesitate to contact us today for all of your roofing needs.
If you don’t think we’re the right fit or just want to know your options in the Belle Meade/Nashville, Tennessee area, check out the 7 Best Roofing Contractors in Nashville, Tennessee.
