Roof Cost Calculator for Columbia, SC
Curious what a new roof might run on your Columbia, SC home before anyone climbs a ladder? Answer four quick questions about size, stories, pitch and material. The calculator estimates your roof area and prices it with published 2026 South Carolina cost rows, giving you a range to plan around.
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Before you start. You don't need a tape measure. The calculator divides your home's living space by its number of stories to get a footprint, then multiplies by a slope factor (1.12 for a walkable roof, 1.30 for a steep one) and 1.10 for overhangs. That gives an approximate roof area, which it prices with the per-square-foot rows below.
| Cost row | Figure | Source (year) |
|---|---|---|
| SC asphalt shingles, per sq ft | about $4.50 per sq ft | This Old House, 2026 |
| SC architectural shingles, per sq ft | about $5.15 per sq ft | Roof Observations, 2026 (an estimate) |
| SC metal, per sq ft | about $8.60 per sq ft | This Old House, 2026 |
| SC standing-seam steel, per sq ft | about $10.65 per sq ft | Roof Observations, 2026 (an estimate) |
Shingles are priced from $4.50 to $6.50 per square foot and metal from $8.60 to $12.00, which keeps both published rows inside each range. These are statewide estimates, not Columbia quotes.
After the Result
A range is a starting point. We connect Columbia homeowners with independent local roofers who measure the roof in person and give a written estimate at no charge. Call (803) 555-0152 to set up a visit. You can also read the full cost guide or try the repair-or-replace quiz if a full roof may not be needed.
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