Roofer prices in Washington, DC
| Project | Time | Typical cost | Range |
|---|
| Roof inspection + written report |
1–2 hours |
$180 |
$148 – $216 |
| Single leak repair (small area, replace ~10 shingles) |
half day |
$532 |
$436 – $638 |
| Shingle replacement (storm spot repair, ~1 square) |
half day |
$850 |
$697 – $1,020 |
| Step-flashing replacement around chimney or skylight |
1 day |
$854 |
$701 – $1,025 |
| Seamless aluminum gutter install (150 ln ft) |
1 day |
$2,469 |
$2,025 – $2,963 |
| Tear-off + asphalt re-roof (1700 sq ft, mid-grade) |
2–3 days |
$15,099 |
$12,381 – $18,119 |
| Standing-seam metal roof (1700 sq ft) |
3–5 days |
$26,450 |
$21,689 – $31,740 |
| Synthetic underlayment + ice-shield refresh |
1 day |
$2,473 |
$2,028 – $2,968 |
| Skylight replacement (one fixed unit) |
1 day |
$1,367 |
$1,121 – $1,641 |
Local rate = BLS national mean × 2.4 markup × (DC COL 142.5/100). Materials adjusted by the same factor.
What a roofer in Washington actually does
A residential roofer either performs targeted repair (lifted shingles, popped nails, failed flashing, single-leak diagnosis) or a full tear-off and replacement. A reputable contractor will start with a multi-point inspection: shingle condition (granule loss, curling, cracking), flashing integrity around chimneys/sidewalls/penetrations, ridge and soffit ventilation, attic moisture signs, and decking condition (you don't know about rotten plywood until tear-off). Asphalt shingle is the dominant material in 80% of US homes; metal and tile dominate in storm-prone or arid markets. All re-roofs require a permit and at least one mid-roof inspection by the local AHJ in most jurisdictions, and OSHA 1926.501 requires fall protection for any work at heights above 6 feet — a non-negotiable safety/insurance issue.
Questions to ask before you hire in DC
- Are you a manufacturer-certified installer (GAF Master Elite, Owens Corning Platinum, CertainTeed Select)? Certification is required for the long manufacturer warranties.
- What's the workmanship warranty (separate from the manufacturer's shingle warranty), and is it transferable?
- How do you handle decking that's rotten under the old shingles — is it a per-sheet add, and what's the unit price?
- Will you tear off the old roof completely (single-layer install only), or are you proposing an overlay?
- Are ice & water shield, drip edge, and proper underlayment included to current code in my climate zone?
- What's the projected weather window, and what happens if a storm hits mid-job?
Door-to-door storm-chaser pitches, "we just did your neighbor's roof" without proof, asking for full payment up front, no permit pulled, or the company refusing to provide its state contractor license number.
7 licensed roofers in Washington
Washington Peak
📍 180 Willow Way, Washington, DC 20036
★ 4.2 / 5 · 142 reviews · 8 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured 24/7 Emergency 8 yrs
Specialties: Tear-off, Ventilation, Flashing repair, Shingle repair
Washington Shingle Pros
📍 2033 Oak Ter, Washington, DC 20005
★ 4.8 / 5 · 310 reviews · 11 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured 24/7 Emergency 11 yrs
Specialties: Skylight install, Shingle repair, Storm damage, Ventilation
Washington Shingle Pros Co.
📍 6015 Sycamore Ter, Washington, DC 20006
★ 4.4 / 5 · 49 reviews · 8 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured 8 yrs
Specialties: Flashing repair, Skylight install, Gutter install
Miller Roofcraft
📍 9771 Garden Pl, Washington, DC 20036
★ 4.5 / 5 · 291 reviews · 24 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured BBB A+ 24/7 Emergency 24 yrs
Specialties: Storm damage, Shingle repair, Underlayment
Washington Shingle Pros Co.
📍 2560 Hill St, Washington, DC 20005
★ 4.4 / 5 · 41 reviews · 12 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured BBB A- 12 yrs
Specialties: Ventilation, Storm damage, Flashing repair, Skylight install
Garcia Roofing
📍 1856 Madison Ave, Washington, DC 20006
★ 4.7 / 5 · 98 reviews · 38 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured BBB A+ 24/7 Emergency 38 yrs
Specialties: Roof replacement, Ventilation, Tear-off
Henderson Top Cover
📍 2879 Magnolia Ct, Washington, DC 20036
★ 4.5 / 5 · 141 reviews · 22 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured 22 yrs
Specialties: Skylight install, Underlayment, Leak repair
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Seasonal roofing checklist for Washington homeowners
Spring
- After the last freeze, walk the perimeter and look for shingle granules collected at downspouts — heavy granule loss is the early sign of asphalt shingle wear.
- Inspect attic decking for any new daylight, dark stains, or musty smell; small leaks show up in the attic months before they show up on the ceiling.
- Trim any branches now overhanging the roof to at least 10 feet of clearance to prevent abrasion and squirrel access.
- Check pipe-boot rubber collars — UV cracks them every 8–10 years and they're a top-three leak source.
Fall
- Clean gutters and downspouts thoroughly after leaf-drop; clogged gutters cause ice damming and fascia rot all winter.
- Inspect and re-seal flashing around chimneys, skylights, and sidewall transitions before freeze-thaw cycles begin.
- Schedule any needed repairs now — most reputable roofers stop scheduling work in deep winter except for emergency tarp-and-patch.
- Verify attic ventilation (soffit + ridge) is unobstructed; poor venting is the #1 cause of premature shingle failure in the south and ice dams in the north.
Winter
- After heavy snow, rake the bottom 3–4 feet of the roof from the ground (snow rake) to prevent ice dam formation at the eave.
- Watch interior ceilings for new water stains during the first thaw — that's the moment any compromised flashing or shingle reveals itself.