Define the roofRecord squares, pitch, stories, layers, access, and material system.
Price unknownsState decking, flashing, and change-order unit prices before tear-off.
Set expectationsClarify protection, cleanup, schedule, warranty, deposit, and exclusions.
What to include in a roofing estimate
A professional roofing estimate should identify the property, roof system, measured area, pitch, access conditions, removal requirements, new materials, ventilation and flashing work, labor, cleanup, warranty, and payment schedule. Customers can compare bids more confidently when the major scope categories are visible.
01 · MeasureRoof squares, pitch, stories, valleys, ridges, eaves, penetrations, and access.
02 · SpecifyShingle or membrane system, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, fasteners, and warranty.
03 · ProtectDecking unit price, concealed damage, permits, weather delays, exclusions, and changes.
Common roofing estimate line items
- Mobilization, landscape and property protection
- Tear-off, loading, hauling, and disposal
- Deck inspection and written replacement allowance
- Underlayment, ice-and-water barrier, drip edge, and flashing
- Shingles or roofing membrane, ridge cap, vents, and accessories
- Installation labor, magnetic cleanup, final inspection, and warranty
Completed roof replacement estimate example
Summit Ridge Roofing
Project: Architectural-shingle roof replacement · 24 squares
Estimate: RR-2084 · Valid for 14 days
| Scope | Quantity | Amount |
|---|
| Property protection and mobilization | Fixed | $650 |
| Single-layer tear-off and disposal | 24 squares | $3,600 |
| Synthetic underlayment and ice barrier | 24 squares | $2,150 |
| Architectural shingles and accessories | Allowance | $7,900 |
| Flashing and ventilation allowance | Fixed | $1,450 |
| Installation labor and final cleanup | Fixed | $5,250 |
Subtotal$21,000Tax$0Total estimate$21,000Deposit to schedule30% · $6,300
Example only. Decking replacement is excluded and requires written approval at the stated unit price after tear-off. Verify measurements, code, permits, taxes, insurance requirements, warranty terms, and local contract rules.
Roofing estimate checklist
- Confirm measured area, waste factor, pitch, layers, stories, and access.
- Name the manufacturer, product line, color process, and warranty assumptions.
- State decking, fascia, soffit, chimney, skylight, gutter, and concealed-damage exclusions.
- Explain property protection, debris handling, magnetic cleanup, and final inspection.
- Set deposit, progress payment, final payment, cancellation, and change-order terms.
Roofing estimate FAQ
What should a roofing estimate include?
Include measurements, tear-off, materials, flashing, ventilation, labor, permits, disposal, cleanup, warranty, schedule, exclusions, and payment terms.
Is this template free?
Yes. Load it into ScopeLark and customize every line item and term for free.
How should decking replacement be handled?
State whether it is included, excluded, or billed at a written per-sheet or per-square-foot price after tear-off.