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— Roof Replacement Cost Guide · 2026
Real ranges by home size for Wisconsin and Iowa, not the "$5,000 to $50,000, it depends" non-answer. See what drives your price, how shingle tiers compare, and how insurance and financing change the math. Then get a free written estimate for your exact home.
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— Real Numbers by Home Size
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Actual ranges based on real regional jobs. If your home falls outside these, we'll tell you why during your free estimate, no vague non-answers.
All ranges reflect GAF architectural shingles, full tear-off, regional labor, and permit fees at standard complexity. Metal roofing runs 2 to 3x asphalt pricing but can outlast two asphalt replacements. Want a number for your actual home instead of a range? Get a free written estimate →
— What Moves Your Number
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Two homes the same square footage can quote thousands apart. Here's what actually drives the difference, so you can read any estimate critically.
Price is by roofing square (100 sq ft of roof surface), not your home's footprint. Pitch and overhangs make the roof larger than the floor below it.
Steep and cut-up roofs cost more to install safely. Dormers, multiple valleys, and steep slopes add labor and time.
A two-layer tear-off means more disposal weight and labor. Code caps roofs at two layers, so a third job is always a full tear-off.
Rotted or water-damaged decking boards are replaced at a per-board rate, quoted up front. Sound decking stays; only bad boards add cost.
HDZ (standard), UHDZ (premium), Camelot II (designer), or metal. The material you pick is one of the biggest single levers on price.
Chimney, skylight, and pipe-boot flashing are priced separately. Ice and water shield beyond code minimum is included on every Buckshot roof.
— Cost by Material
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Relative pricing on the same home. The right tier balances budget, curb appeal, and how long you plan to stay.
Best value
Standard
The most-installed architectural shingle. Strong wind and algae resistance, eligible for the 50-year System Plus warranty. The right call for most homes.
Premium
Deeper shadow lines and richer color. Worth it on character homes or if you're selling within five years and want curb appeal.
Designer
Cedar-shake look, 30% heavier, impact resistant. A distinctive upgrade for higher-value homes that want the premium appearance.
Long-term
Highest upfront, but a 40-70 year lifespan can outlast two asphalt roofs, and it sheds snow and ice, reducing ice dams.
— What the Price Includes
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The cheapest bid often leaves things out, then adds them on install day. A complete Buckshot estimate is line-itemed and includes all of this.
Old roofing removed to the deck and hauled away, no layering over the problem.
Every board checked after tear-off; rotted sections replaced at a quoted per-board rate.
Installed beyond code minimum, at all eaves, valleys, and every penetration.
Full-deck coverage under the shingles, not the old felt paper.
Included on every replacement, required for GAF warranty validity in this climate.
We pull every required permit. WI Lic. DC-080900045. Skipping it can void your insurance.
Two full nail-sweeper passes across your yard, drive, and landscaping.
GAF System Plus, non-prorated and transferable, only through a Master Elite contractor.
— Who Actually Pays
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Two things change the real cost to you: an insurance claim, or financing. Both can put a new roof within reach without draining savings.
Insurance
If hail or wind damaged your roof, a claim often covers full replacement. Wisconsin deductibles typically run $1,000 to $2,500, and we bill your insurer for the rest. We document the damage, attend the adjuster meeting, and make sure the approved scope is complete.
Real Sun Prairie claim: an initial $4,200 repair offer reopened and settled at $22,000 for a full replacement after our documentation.
Financing
Not a storm claim? You don't have to pay the whole roof at once. Through Service Finance Company we offer low monthly payments and 0% promotional options, so a mid-size roof can land in the low-$100s to low-$200s a month instead of one large check. Checking your rate won't affect your credit.
— What Homeowners Say
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— Home Base
Madison, WI · Centerville, IA
— Cost FAQ
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Most residential replacements run $7,500 to $22,000+ depending on home size, pitch, existing layers, and material. A typical mid-size home with GAF Timberline HDZ lands around $11,000 to $15,500. The estimator above gives a ballpark; a free written estimate gives the exact number for your home.
Roofing squares (not floor area), pitch, the number of existing layers, decking condition, shingle tier, and flashing work all vary house to house. Two homes the same size can differ by thousands. That’s why we line-item every estimate so you can see exactly what you’re paying for.
If the damage is from a covered event like hail or wind, often yes, frequently the full replacement minus your deductible (typically $1,000 to $2,500 in Wisconsin). We document the damage, attend the adjuster meeting, and coordinate the claim. See insurance claims →
Yes. Through Service Finance Company we offer low monthly payments and 0% promotional options, so you can spread the cost instead of paying all at once. Checking your rate won’t affect your credit. See financing →
Not always. The lowest bid often leaves out ice and water shield, proper underlayment, ridge venting, decking allowance, or a permit, then adds them on install day or skips them entirely, which voids your GAF warranty. Compare what’s included, not just the bottom line. See what a real quote includes →
If your roof is under about 12 to 15 years old with isolated damage, a repair is the cheaper, correct call, and we’ll tell you so. If it’s older or failing in multiple areas, repeated repairs cost more than a replacement over time. Compare roof repair →
Yes. The inspection and written estimate are free with no obligation. We document your roof, show you the line items, and you decide. There’s no charge and no pressure to hire us.
— Get Your Exact Number
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The estimator gives a ballpark. A free, no-obligation inspection gives you a line-item written estimate for your exact home, and an honest answer on repair vs replace.
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Free inspection, a line-item estimate you can actually compare, and help with insurance or financing if you need it. Family-owned since 1979, GAF Master Elite, across Wisconsin and Iowa.
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Cost ranges shown are typical for Buckshot General Contracting projects in Wisconsin & Iowa and are illustrations, not quotes. Your exact number comes from a free written estimate. Buckshot General Contracting · 621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5, Madison, WI 53704 · Family-Owned Since 1979.
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