What Does a New Roof Cost on Kent Island?
A useful roof price is based on the roof you actually have—not a single price pasted onto every house. ARS provides an instant starting estimate online and a project-specific proposal after the required details are reviewed.
A Roofing Square Is Not a Square Foot
Roofers commonly estimate material quantities in roofing squares; one square represents 100 square feet of roof surface. Roof area is not the same as your home’s floor area. Pitch, overhangs, dormers and roof design change the measured roofing area.
A quote that appears lower may simply measure the roof differently or omit waste, steep-slope labor, required accessories or decking allowances. Ask for the measured scope and what is included rather than comparing a total alone.
Six Things That Change a Roofing Proposal
Roof Shape & Access
Pitch, height, multiple rooflines, site access and staging affect the installation.
Tear-Off & Decking
The number of old layers, damaged plywood and the deck condition change preparation.
Materials & Protection
Shingle tier, ice-and-water protection, underlayment, drip edge, flashing, ventilation and warranty package all matter.
What to Check on Competing Bids
Look for written tear-off details, decking provisions, underlayment, starter, drip edge, pipe boots, chimney and skylight flashing, ventilation, cleanup and the exact shingle product. Check whether permits and unusual roof equipment are addressed as needed.
Also compare the installation warranty and the manufacturer warranty using the actual program documents. If a price seems too good to be true, ask what has been omitted. Read the complete replacement scope guide before deciding.
Explore Pricing Without a Sales Appointment
ARS offers an online roof estimator so homeowners can explore preliminary roof pricing online before a traditional visit. It is not a binding final proposal: accurate product choices, layers, condition and installation requirements may change the final scope.
Prefer a local conversation? Request a written estimate or ask for a consultation time. Financing options may be available to qualified homeowners and depend on lender approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price per roofing square?
A roofing square is a unit of roof area, not an all-inclusive universal price. A project quote includes materials, labor, preparation, roof details and other conditions.
Does the instant roof price include every hidden repair?
No. Decking damage and some concealed conditions cannot be confirmed by aerial measurements or an online form.
Can I compare three estimates fairly?
Yes. Compare the exact shingles, roofing system components, tear-off, wood allowances, ventilation, flashings, clean-up and warranty terms—not just totals.
Does ARS offer financing?
Financing options are available to eligible customers subject to lender approval and the terms of the selected offer.