How Much Does a New Roof Cost in MD and PA?
- Staff
- 3 minutes ago
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If you're a homeowner in Maryland or Pennsylvania wondering what a new roof costs, you're not alone. It’s one of the most common questions we hear.
The honest answer?
For most homes in MD and PA, a full architectural shingle roof replacement typically costs between $9,000 and $25,000.
Yes — that’s a broad range. But homes vary greatly in size, design, and complexity. Let’s break down what actually determines where your home falls within that range.
1️⃣ Roof Size (The Biggest Cost Factor)
The single biggest factor in roof replacement cost is size.
Roofing is priced largely by square footage (often referred to in “squares,” or 100 square foot increments). The larger the roof, the more:
Materials are required
Labor is involved
Time is needed
Disposal costs increase
A 1,400 square foot ranch is going to cost significantly less than a 3,500 square foot two-story home with multiple elevations.
If you only remember one thing from this article, remember this: Bigger roof = higher cost.
2️⃣ Roof Steepness (Pitch)
The steeper your roof, the more labor-intensive it becomes.
Steep roofs require:
Additional safety measures
Slower installation
More staging
Increased labor effort
That added complexity directly affects price.
3️⃣ Roof Complexity (Dormers, Valleys, Gables)
Not all roofs are simple rectangles.
Homes with:
Multiple dormers
Numerous valleys
Complex gables
Roof-to-wall transitions
Extensive ridgelines
Require more cutting, flashing, and detailed work.
More surfaces = more labor and materials.
4️⃣ Other Factors That Can Affect Cost
While rare, certain variables can increase the total investment:
Wood Replacement
Wood decking is inspected after the old shingles are removed. If damage is found, replacement may be required. Most homes need little to no wood replacement, and when needed, it's often only 1–3 boards.
Multiple Layers of Shingles
Most homes have one layer. If your roof has two or even three layers, tear-off costs increase.
Permits
In most jurisdictions we work in, permits are not required for standard reroofing. However, if a permit is necessary, that would add to the cost.
Why $9,000–$25,000 Is Such a Wide Range
Because homes vary so much.
A small, simple ranch with one layer of shingles may fall near the lower end of the range.
A large, steep, complex two-story home with multiple roof lines may land near the upper end.
That’s why generic online “average roof cost” articles don’t really help you narrow it down.
Want to Narrow Down That Range?
If you live in our service area, you don’t have to guess.
We built an Instant Online Roof Quote Calculator that gives homeowners a real, data-driven price for a full architectural shingle roof replacement.
Who Can Use It?
All homeowners in MD and PA are eligible, but the calculator mainly applies to those who reside within our service areas:
Maryland
Anne Arundel County
Baltimore County
Carroll County
Cecil County
Frederick County
Harford County
Howard County
Montgomery County
Pennsylvania
Chester County
Lancaster County
York County
If you live in one of these counties, you can get a real quote right now.
How It Works
It takes less than two minutes.
Answer 5 simple questions
Enter your address
Instantly receive your architectural shingle roof price
That’s it.
Our calculator uses square footage data, your inputs and our actual pricing, and gives you a real number based on your actual roof — not a "national average".
The Bottom Line
A new roof in MD and PA typically costs between $9,000 and $25,000, depending mainly on:
Size
Steepness
Overall roof complexity
If you live in MD or PA and want to know where your home falls in that range, try our calculator. Instead of wondering what your roof might cost, you can know right now with just a few clicks. Try it now.
