Roof replacement cost in metro vancouver (2026)
The scenario we price
Every figure below describes the same job, so they are comparable: Full tear-off and replacement of an asphalt-shingle roof on a typical ~1,800–2,000 sq ft two-storey Metro Vancouver home (moderate pitch), including disposal, underlayment, and flashing; excludes structural deck repairs and premium materials.
Published pricing from Metro Vancouver companies
| Source | Stated price | What it covers | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paragon Roofing BC | $18,000–$28,000 | Asphalt on a 2,000 ft² roof (Vancouver band $9–$14/ft²); most detached homes $18,000–$40,000 across materials | 2025 |
| Vancouver General Contractors | $7,200–$18,000 | 1,800 ft² roof: 3-tab asphalt $7,200–$12,600 ($4–$7/ft²), architectural $10,800–$18,000 ($6–$10/ft²) | 2025 |
| Green Building Canada | $8,000–$18,000 | Asphalt on a 2,000 ft² roof at $4–$9/ft² (avg ~$6.50/ft²) | 2025 |
What moves the price
- Roof area and pitch — steeper roofs cost more per square
- Tear-off layers — removing multiple old layers adds labour and disposal ($1–$3/ft²)
- Deck condition — plywood repairs priced per sheet add up on older roofs
- Material tier — 3-tab ($4–$7/ft²) vs architectural ($6–$10/ft²) vs metal ($15–$25/ft²)
- Vancouver rain — heavy rainfall often requires upgraded underlayment and ice-and-water shield
- Season — the dry-season rush affects both price and wait time
Frequently asked questions
How much does a roof replacement cost in Vancouver?
For a full asphalt-shingle re-roof on a typical ~1,800–2,000 sq ft detached home, published Metro Vancouver pricing spans roughly $8,000–$25,000, most commonly around $15,000, depending on shingle tier and roof complexity. Architectural shingles, steep pitches, and premium materials push toward the top of that range.
How long does a Vancouver roof replacement take?
Most single-family asphalt roofs are done in one to three days once started, weather permitting. Established roofers tarp overnight if rain interrupts.
What warranty should I expect?
Two separate warranties: the manufacturer's on materials (often decades) and the roofer's on workmanship (commonly 5–10 years). The workmanship warranty is the one that varies most — get it in writing.
How we compile these numbers
We do not cold-call companies or solicit quotes. Every figure here is aggregated from public sources — pricing companies post on their own websites and figures homeowners report in public forums — each linked so you can check it yourself. Published company pricing and homeowner-reported figures are shown separately and never blended. Before any job, read why final bills exceed phone quotes. Full details in our methodology.