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What to include in a roofing estimate
Our roofing estimate template covers the basics every estimate needs (your details, the customer, job site, line items, totals, validity date and signature) plus the details customers in roofing look for:
- Roof size in squares (1 square = 100 sq ft) and number of layers to remove
- Shingle brand, line and color
- Underlayment, ice and water shield and ventilation
- Decking replacement price per sheet, since rot is only visible after tear-off
- Warranty: manufacturer and workmanship
- Cleanup and nail sweep
Sample roofing estimate
Job: Full roof replacement. Remove one layer of existing shingles down to the deck, inspect and replace damaged decking at the unit price, install synthetic underlayment, ice and water shield at eaves and valleys, new drip edge, flashing and architectural shingles with ridge vent. Magnetic sweep of the yard on completion.
| Line item | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tear-off, 1 layer, and disposal | 24 sq | $95.00 | $2,280.00 |
| Architectural shingles, installed | 24 sq | $410.00 | $9,840.00 |
| Synthetic underlayment and ice and water shield | 24 sq | $55.00 | $1,320.00 |
| Drip edge and flashing | 210 ln ft | $4.50 | $945.00 |
| Ridge vent | 48 ln ft | $9.00 | $432.00 |
| Decking replacement (if needed, per sheet) | 0 ea | $85.00 | $0.00 |
| Gutter replacement, seamless aluminum (optional) | 140 ln ft | $11.00 | $1,540.00 |
| Estimate total (optional items not included) | $14,817.00 | ||
Example prices are for illustration only and are not price guidance; costs vary widely by region, materials and job. Exclusions in this sample: Decking beyond the unit price shown, skylight replacement, chimney rebuild, interior repairs from past leaks.
Roofing estimating tips
Always list a per-sheet price for decking replacement. You can't see rotten decking until the old roof is off, and a pre-agreed unit price avoids a dispute on the roof.
Measure in squares and add a waste factor (typically 10% to 15% depending on hips and valleys) before you price shingles.
Once the customer accepts, bill the job with a matching invoice from Excel Invoice Maker, or convert the estimate in one click with Estimate Pro.
This template is a general business document, not legal advice. Licensing, contract and deposit rules vary by state; check what applies to your trade.
