2026 roof replacement estimate

How much does a 1,200 sq ft Mod. Bitumen roof cost?

For a smaller single-family home, cottage, rental, or compact ranch, a modified bitumen replacement typically plans around $9,603$23,360, averaging $15,501 with tear-off, waste, flashing, pitch, and moderate complexity included.

Likely range

$9,603–$23,360

Average estimate

$15,501

Roofing squares

15

Roofer installing shingles during a roof replacement

Cost breakdown

This estimate converts a 1,200 sq ft footprint into roof area using a standard pitch multiplier, adds a moderate waste factor, then applies the installed cost range for Mod. Bitumen. It is a planning range, not a contractor bid, but it gives homeowners a fast baseline before comparing local quotes.

Mod. Bitumen installed roof system

Low, average, and high allowance

$7,983$19,160

Tear-off, disposal, and site cleanup

Low, average, and high allowance

$1,320$3,300

Pipe/chimney/skylight flashing (2×)

Low, average, and high allowance

$300$900

What changes the price?

Pitch and access

Steeper roofs require more safety setup, more labor time, and often more waste.

Tear-off layers

Old shingles, decking surprises, and disposal fees can move the final quote.

Valleys and penetrations

Chimneys, skylights, pipe boots, vents, and valleys add flashing detail and labor.

Material grade

Mod. Bitumen ranges widely by manufacturer, warranty, color, thickness, fasteners, and trim package.

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