What does a roof replacement cost for a 1,500 sq ft house?
Straight talk from TruRoof, residential roof replacement in Alexandria, KY.
You live in Alexandria, maybe in Old Town or off US-27, and your roof is showing its age. You need a real number for a 1,500 sq ft tear-off before you start dialing contractors. You don't want to waste a morning on three sales pitches just to get a ballpark.
Identify An asphalt shingle roof on a 1,500 sq ft home in Alexandria usually lasts 20 to 25 years. Curling shingles, missing granules in the gutter, or a leak after a spring storm are signs it is time. The freeze-thaw cycles we get from November through March speed up the wear. If your house was built in the 1980s or 1990s, the original roof is long past due.
Cost / scope For a full tear-off and replacement with a standard architectural shingle, expect to pay between $8,000 and $15,000. The range depends on the roof pitch, how many layers need removal, and the shingle grade you pick. Metal roofing runs higher, often $18,000 to $30,000. A steep roof near A.J. Jolly Park or a home with three layers of old shingles will land at the top of the range.
Action Before you call anyone, get a written estimate with line items. That way you can compare labor, materials, and disposal fees side by side. TruRoof gives you a clear breakdown on paper before any work starts. Call us this week to schedule a walkthrough. You will know the exact cost for your 1,500 sq ft home, not a guess.
End-state Once the new roof is on, you stop worrying every time it rains. The attic stays dry. The shingles lay flat and tight. Your home on a quiet street off KY-9 is protected for decades, and you have a warranty to back it up.
What people in Alexandria say
"I'm reviewing my two new roofs, on my house and my garage, installed by TruRoof. The company, and Damon Chuke, their representative, helped me work with the insurance company, and with understanding all the details of the whole process. They took out an obsolete chimney, were on time and professional, and the finished roofs and flashing are beautiful. Many compliments from neighbors. Highly recommended by me."
"We have a beautiful condo in a historic building from the 1840s. Late November had a bad leak in the dining room area. I called Britt at TruRoof who came out and inspected the entire roof of the building. He said to do the entire roof could be around $50,000. But then he started laughing and said you need to caulk the area around one of the chimneys. I thought he was nuts, but I did the caulking, which cost me about 25 bucks worth of outdoor caulk, and there are no more leaks. I cannot express my appreciation for his diligence and his honesty. That kind of a company and a person is rare these days. Highly, highly, highly recommend these guys."
"TruRoof did an outstanding job from start to finish. Communication leading up to the start date was great. Once on site and the project started, everything went as discussed, and the crew was very professional."
Other things people in Alexandria ask
how much does it cost to replace a roof
Get a written, itemized estimate that shows squares, tear-off, decking, underlayment and shingle grade so you can compare like for like.
should a 20 year old roof be replaced
A free inspection tells you whether you have years left or whether waiting risks a leak and a denied claim.
is $30,000 too much for a roof
Compare a second itemized quote and check what is driving the price: roof size, pitch, layers to remove, decking repairs, material grade.
how much does a new roof cost
A new roof cost depends on size, pitch, material, and how many layers need to be torn off. Get a written estimate that breaks down the work item by item. In Cincinnati, a typical asphalt shingle roof can range from $8,000 to $15,000, but the only way to know is to have a roofer measure your home.
shingle vs metal roof for home
Asphalt shingles cost less upfront and last 20 to 30 years. Metal lasts 40 to 70 years and handles high winds better. If you plan to stay in the home long-term, metal often wins. If you're selling soon, shingles make more sense.
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TruRoof handles residential roof replacement in Alexandria and the area around it.