Roofers price by the "square"
A roofing square is 100 square feet of roof surface. A 2,200 sq ft roof measured on the slope is 22 squares, and most bids are built from that number. Your roof is larger than your floor plan because of pitch and overhangs, which is why a measured roof beats guessing from the house size.
Typical budgeting ranges
For planning only, Central Florida homeowners commonly see roughly $450-$650 per square for asphalt shingle re-roofs, $900-$1,400 for metal, and $1,000-$1,600 for concrete tile. Real bids vary with the factors below, so treat these as a starting point, not a quote.
What moves the price
Roof size and pitch: steeper roofs are slower and riskier to work. Complexity: hips, valleys, dormers and many penetrations add labor and flashing. Decking condition: rotted plywood is replaced per sheet once the old roof is off. Material choice and grade. Access, tear-off layers, and permit fees round out the list.
Why the lowest bid is not always the cheapest
Check that the bid includes a permit, full tear-off, secondary water barrier, new flashing and a deck-repair price per sheet. A low number that skips those items usually comes back as change orders or a leak later. Verify any contractor's license at myfloridalicense.com before you sign.
Get a measured number
Use our free roof estimator for a rough range in a couple of minutes: it works from your home size, roof shape, slope and condition. Then request a free inspection, where we measure everything on the roof and give you a firm written price.
General information, not legal or insurance advice. Confirm requirements with your insurer and local building department.