The honest answer to "what does a new roof cost" depends on five things: square footage, pitch, complexity, material, and tear-off layers. Anyone who quotes you over the phone without measuring is guessing.
That said, we can give you real ranges for the San Antonio metro in 2026 based on jobs we're actively bidding right now.
Asphalt shingle — the most common scenario
For an architectural asphalt shingle replacement on a typical San Antonio home (single-story, 6/12 pitch, 2,000 sq ft of livable space, ~25 squares of roof):
- Standard 30-year architectural: $9,500 – $14,500
- Class 4 impact-rated (recommended for hail): $11,500 – $17,500
- Premium designer shingles (Grand Manor, Camelot, Presidential): $15,500 – $24,000
Two-story homes, steep pitches (8/12+), or complex rooflines with multiple gables and dormers add 15–35% to the labor side. Tearing off two existing layers adds about $1,500–$2,500.
Standing-seam metal — significantly higher up front
For a 24-gauge standing-seam metal roof on the same home:
- Painted Galvalume, standard profiles: $24,000 – $38,000
- Premium colors / specialty profiles: $32,000 – $48,000
Yes, it's roughly 2.5–3x asphalt. But it's also roughly 2.5–3x the lifespan, and you skip several insurance cycles.
Tile — wide range
Concrete and clay tile pricing varies wildly based on tile choice, accessories, and underlayment scope:
- Concrete tile (Eagle, Boral): $22,000 – $35,000
- Clay tile: $30,000 – $55,000+
- Tile underlayment replacement only (reuse existing tile): $14,000 – $24,000
What's included in a real bid
Be careful comparing roofing bids — they aren't all measuring the same thing. A real bid should include:
- Tear-off and disposal of existing roof
- Decking inspection and replacement of any rotted sheathing
- Synthetic underlayment (not felt — felt is dead)
- Ice & water shield at penetrations and valleys
- New drip edge, starter strip, and ridge cap
- New pipe boots
- New flashing at chimneys, walls, and skylights
- Ridge and soffit ventilation as needed
- Manufacturer warranty registration
- Workmanship warranty in writing
- Final cleanup with magnetic sweep
If a bid leaves any of those items out — especially decking allowance, flashing, or boots — that's a red flag. The bid will look cheaper, but the actual job will run higher with change orders.
What about insurance jobs?
If you have hail damage and an approved claim, your out-of-pocket is just your deductible. Texas wind/hail deductibles typically run 1–2% of your dwelling coverage — on a $400k home that's $4,000–$8,000.
The "free roof" claim chasers tell you about doesn't exist. Your deductible is real, and any roofer who offers to waive it is committing insurance fraud — which is a felony in Texas.
How to get a real number for your home
The only way to get an accurate quote is to have someone walk the roof, take measurements, and write a bid. We do this for free across San Antonio, Boerne, Stone Oak, Helotes, Bulverde, and Fair Oaks Ranch. No pressure, no commission salesman, no high-pressure same-day discount nonsense.
