| Project | Time | Typical cost | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof inspection + written report | 1–2 hours | $185 | $152 – $222 |
| Single leak repair (small area, replace ~10 shingles) | half day | $547 | $448 – $656 |
| Shingle replacement (storm spot repair, ~1 square) | half day | $874 | $716 – $1,048 |
| Step-flashing replacement around chimney or skylight | 1 day | $878 | $720 – $1,054 |
| Seamless aluminum gutter install (150 ln ft) | 1 day | $2,538 | $2,081 – $3,046 |
| Tear-off + asphalt re-roof (1700 sq ft, mid-grade) | 2–3 days | $15,523 | $12,729 – $18,627 |
| Standing-seam metal roof (1700 sq ft) | 3–5 days | $27,192 | $22,297 – $32,630 |
| Synthetic underlayment + ice-shield refresh | 1 day | $2,543 | $2,085 – $3,051 |
| Skylight replacement (one fixed unit) | 1 day | $1,406 | $1,153 – $1,687 |
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.
These pros are based in Worcester and routinely serve ZIP 01608. Sorted by proximity to the ZCTA centroid (42.2621°N, -71.8014°W).
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.