How Much Does It Cost To Install Aluminium Roof?

The national average cost to install an aluminum roof is $20,000 to $34,000, with most homeowners spending around $25,000 on a 2,000 sq. ft. standing seam aluminum roof on a 2-story house. This project’s low cost is $7,000 for a 1,000 sq. ft. interlocking shingle aluminum roof on a single-story house. The high cost is $43,000 for 2,000 sq. ft. of insulated standing seam aluminum roofing installed on a 2-story house with deck reinforcement.

Aluminum Roof Cost per Square Foot

Like other roofing, aluminum is often priced and sold by the square – or 100 sq. ft. It can also be priced by square foot to make it easier for homeowners to determine their average costs. Aluminum roofing costs between $6 and $16 an sq.ft. for aluminum roof material and $7.50 to $22 an sq. ft. installed. Interlocking shingles are the least expensive materials, while insulated panels are the most expensive. The aluminum thickness and the roof shape and type influence your final costs. Below are the average costs to install an aluminum roof of verious sizes.

Size	Average Cost (Installed)
1,000 sq.ft.	$6,900 – $31,000
1,200 sq.ft.	$8,300 – $27,200
1,350 sq.ft.	$9,775 – $30,350
1,500 sq.ft.	$10,750 – $33,500
2,000 sq.ft.	$15,000 – $45,000
2,200 sq.ft.	$15,300 – $48,200
3,750 sq.ft.	$25,374 – $80,750
4,500 sq.ft.	$30,250 – $98,500

Aluminum Roof Cost per Square

Aluminum roof costs average $6 to $17 per sq.ft. for the roofing material. A roofing square measures 10’ x 10’, so there are 100 sq.ft. in a single roofing square. That makes the average cost of a square of aluminum roofing $500 to $1,700 per square. With roofing installation, this works out to $750 to $2,300 per square. Most house need between 10 and 30 squares or between 1,000 and 3,000 sq. ft. of roofing. The exact number of squares you need is determined by how complex your roof is. The more peaks or separate areas of roofing, such as cross gables, the more squares are needed to complete it. Below are the average costs for installing aluminum roofing for the most numbers of squares.

Number of Squares	Average Cost (Installed)
10 Squares	$6,800 – $25,000
12 Squares	$8,000 – $29,200
15 Squares	$9,950 – $35,500
18 Squares	$13,700 – $40,800
20 Squares	$15,000 – $45,000
25 Squares	$18,250 – $55,500
30 Squares	$21,500 – $65,000
35 Squares	$25,750 – $75,500

Roofing Cost Estimator for Residential & Commercial Projects

We help Roofing Contractors to win more projects with higher accuracy.

Aluminum Roofing Cost by Type

Aluminum roof costs differ by type from $6 to $18 per sq.ft. for roofing materials. Aluminum roofing is available in a wide cost range of styles. Some are designed to interlock to create the look of other roofing materials, such as tile, slate¹, and shingles. Other types are designed to look like what they are – aluminum panels of varying styles fitted closely. These types fall into three categories: insulated panels, screw-down panels, and standing seam panels.

Type	Cost per Sq.Ft. (Materials Only)	Cost per Sq.Ft. (Installed)
Screw-Down	$6 – $10	$8.50 – $14
Interlocking	$6 – $12	$9.50 – $15
Standing Seam	$8 – $15	$14 – $23
Insulated Panels	$15 – $18	$20 – $30

Screw-Down Aluminum Roofing Sheet Cost

Screw-down aluminum roof sheeting costs $6 to $10 an sq. ft. When installed, this type of roofing costs between $8.50 to $14 a sq.ft. Screw-down sheeting comes in many different roofing styles. These include corrugated, smooth, V5 crimp, Tuff rib, and others. These types of aluminum roofing are uncommon in residential houses and are more often used in commercial settings. It is because the screws are visible and make the material less water-tight. This can cause leaks in some places with inclement weather.

Aluminum Standing Seam Roof Cost

The average cost of standing seam aluminum roofing costs from $8 to $15 per sq.ft. for materials and between $14 to $23 an sq. ft. installed. Each panel sheet has raised legs on the sides. The raised legs of the panels fit and are held with hidden fasteners³ or clips, so the screws holding the panels are not visible. The center has very thin pencil ribs that create friction when walking on the roofing’s surface.

Insulated Aluminum Roof Panels Cost

The cost of insulated aluminum roof panels is $15 to $18 an sq. ft. Insulated aluminum roof panels cost around $20 to $30 an sq.ft. installed. They come in several types but most commonly standing seam. Because screw-down panels need to break the panel’s surface to attach, this compromises the insulation. Therefore, standing seam panels are the most frequently insulated type.

Average Labor Cost for an Aluminum Roof

The labor costs to install an aluminum roof costs from $3.50 a sq.ft. for interlocking panels to $8 a sq.ft. for standing seam roofs. Because aluminum roofs can be installed over existing roofs with good condition, sometimes a roof replacement does not require tearing off older roofing materials. A tear-off is necessary if the existing roof is in very poor condition or the deck needs repair, costing $3 to $5 a sq.ft., making the total labor in a roof replacement between $4.50 and $12 an sq. ft. for most aluminum roofs. This makes replacement costs for an aluminum roof between $9.50 and $26 a sq.ft. if you require a tear-off. Below is a cost breakdown of a roof replacement using aluminum roofing.

Project Area	Average Costs per Sq.Ft.
Tear Off (Optional)	$3 – $5
Installation	$4.50 – $10
Materials	$7 – $20

Cost to Install Aluminum Roofing on New Construction

If you install an aluminum roof on new building construction – a new home build or addition – you do not need to pay for the tear-off. The costs are the same as a roof-over replacement – between $8.50 and $24 an sq. ft. for installation. For a 2,000 sq. ft. roof, this works out to be between $15,000 and $46,000, depending on the roofing material and roof type. The more complex the roof, the higher the installation costs. Aluminum is a popular roofing material for new construction and replacements because it is lightweight and long-lasting. Using roofing aluminum means you can use standard trusses⁴ to build the roof and do not need to reinforce it like a tile or slate roof.

Roofing Cost Estimator for Residential & Commercial Projects

We help Roofing Contractors to win more projects with higher accuracy.

Steel vs Aluminum Roof Cost

Aluminum is one of several options for metal roofing. Another popular material is a steel roof, which is less expensive than aluminum at $1.50 an sq. ft. However, it is important to note there is currently a steel shortage and steel pricing is extremely volatile, meaning that while it is currently less expensive than aluminum, this can change.

Steel is less prone to denting than aluminum. It is also heavier and more difficult to work with. Some steel types corrode easily and cannot be installed on homes near the coast due to the high salt content in the air. Steel roofs come in many of the same designs as aluminum but are most common in standing seam panels, while aluminum comes in many shapes and styles, including tile and shingle-look. Both materials can be painted in various colors and have cool roofing options. Below are the average costs for steel and aluminum roofs installed.

Type	Cost per Sq.Ft. (Installed)
Steel	$6 – $20
Aluminum	$8.50 – $25

Metal vs Aluminum Roofing Cost

Aluminum is a type of metal roofing. There is a wide range of cost associated with metal roofs, from $10 to $45 per sq.ft. because so many materials fall under this classification. The cost of an aluminum roof is included in that range, starting at $8.50 per sq.ft. and costing up to $25 per sq. ft. Aluminum is often chosen over other types, such as steel, zinc, and copper because its strength-to-weight ratio is often greater. It is lightweight and malleable, making it easy for roofers to use. However, aluminum is a thin metal that does not always stand up to strong environmental stresses, such as hail, high winds, or flying debris.

Type	Average Costs per Sq.Ft. (Installed)
Metal	$10 – $45
Aluminum	$8.50 – $25

Roofing Cost Estimator for Residential & Commercial Projects

We help Roofing Contractors to win more projects with higher accuracy.

Galvalume vs Aluminum Roof Cost

Another metal roof is galvalume, a steel that has been given a coating of mostly aluminum mixed with other metal ions. This makes the steel less prone to corrosion while still having the strength of a steel roof. Galvalume roofs are inexpensive, with material costs of around $4.50 an sq. ft. They are unpainted, meaning the metal is fully visible and usually highly reflective. They last around 50 to 70 years and are available in screw-down and standing seam panels.

Type	Cost per Sq.Ft. (Installed)
Galvalume	$5 – $15
Aluminum	$8.50 – $25

Process To Get Aluminium Roof Cost Estimate Report

Here I am going to share some steps to get your aluminium roof cost estimate report.

You need to send your plan to us.

You can send us your plan on info@estimatorflorida.com
You receive a quote for your project.

Before starting your project, we send you a quote for your service. That quote will have detailed information about your project. Here you will get information about the size, difficulty, complexity and bid date when determining pricing.
Get Estimate Report

We do aluminium roof installation cost estimating and prepare a detailed report for your project. At last you finalize the report and finish the project.