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Roofing estimates built on published BLS labor data for all 50 states and tracked material pricing. We show our maths and cite our sources.
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How it works
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Enter your measurements
Length, width and pitch — we do the geometry
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Roof area calculated
True surface area, not your floor plan
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Local estimate
Priced with your state's wage data
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AI quote review
We grade the bid you were given
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Save project
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Trusted by homeowners — because we show our work
Labor rates from BLS
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Material prices tracked
Refreshed monthly
Roofing launch category
Built depth-first
Updated July 2026
Stamped on every estimate
Transparent methodology
Every formula published
50
states + DC covered
Labor rates for every state
15
roofing materials tracked
Growing as the database expands
3
government data sources
BLS, permit records, census
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free for homeowners
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We build one category at a time, properly. Roofing is live, with real state-level labor data behind every number.
Why CostSquared
Built on real data, not guesses
Most cost sites publish invented "national averages." We publish the sources.
Real Local Pricing
Labor rates come from published BLS wage data for your state — not a national guess that ignores where you live.
True Roof Geometry
Your roof is bigger than your house. We apply the real pitch multiplier — the secant of the roof angle — so your area is right.
AI Quote Review
Paste a contractor quote and we grade it against the fair range for your area, then flag the terms that cost homeowners money.
Material Comparison
Compare asphalt, metal, tile and wood side by side: price, lifespan, warranty and maintenance.
Save Projects
Keep every estimate, quote and measurement in one place — and pick up where you left off.
Sourced, Not Invented
Every figure traces to a source you can check. Where we lack data, we say so rather than filling the gap with a guess.
Cost Guides
Featured guides
How Much Does a New Roof Cost in 2026?
The full breakdown: per square, per square foot, and by house size — with the labor math explained.
Metal Roof vs Asphalt Shingle
Metal costs 2–3× more upfront and lasts 2–3× longer. Here's when that trade actually pays off.
How to Read a Roofing Quote
The five line items that hide the real cost — and the deposit rule that protects you.
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