What steel roofing costs, compared honestly
Real per-square-foot numbers for standing-seam steel, shingle and membrane systems, plus what actually moves the price.
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Steel, shingle and membrane — compared honestly
We only install steel, but homeowners deciding between systems deserve real numbers. Here is how the three common your region roofing systems compare on what matters over the life of the roof.
| Included | Standing-Seam Steel$16.50per sq ft, installed | Architectural Asphalt$6.75per sq ft, installed | Flat Membrane (TPO/EPDM)$9.20per sq ft, installed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15-year Ironcrest workmanship warranty | Included | Not included | Not included |
| 20-year material warranty typical | Not included | Not included | Included |
| 20–25 year expected lifespan | Not included | Not included | Included |
| 20–30 year expected lifespan | Not included | Included | Not included |
| 25–30 year material warranty | Not included | Included | Not included |
| 50+ year expected lifespan | Included | Not included | Not included |
| 50-year panel finish warranty | Included | Not included | Not included |
| 5–10 year workmanship warranty (varies by installer) | Not included | Included | Not included |
| Concealed fasteners, no exposed screws | Included | Not included | Not included |
| Recyclable at end of life | Included | Not included | Not included |
| Sheds snow and ice, reduces dam risk | Included | Not included | Not included |
| Suited to low-slope or flat sections | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Choose | Choose | Choose |
Steel pricing includes tear-off, roll-forming, flashing and snow-retention planning. Deck repair, if any boards are soft, is priced per board and shown as a separate line. We do not install shingle or membrane roofs ourselves — the comparison rows are for your decision, and we will refer a specialist for either.
What moves the price
Every quote is built from these four things, walked on your roof, not estimated from a photo.
Roof plane length
Longer, simpler planes roll-form more efficiently than a roof cut up into many short runs.
Panel profile & finish
Standard profiles in stock colours cost less than a custom profile or a specialty finish.
Snow-retention needs
A roof over a walkway or deck needs more engineered snow-stop coverage than one that does not.
Deck & structure condition
Existing deck condition and whether furring strips or full tear-off applies changes labour meaningfully.
Add-ons, priced up front
Bolt any of these onto an install. Ask at the site consultation and they appear on the written quote — never as a surprise on the invoice.
Extended 30-year panel finish upgrade
Heavier-gauge coating for coastal-grade UV and hail resistance.
+$3.50/sq ft
Skylight curb integration
Custom-flashed curb built into the standing-seam layout.
+$680/unit
Copper accent trim
Dormers, chimneys or entryways finished in copper against the steel field.
+$42/linear ft
Additional snow-retention run
Beyond the standard entry and walkway coverage.
+$28/linear ft
Rush roll-forming (4-week slot)
Priority panel production ahead of the standard queue.
+$1,200
Detailed as-built drawing set
For insurance, resale or future renovation reference.
+$310
Included in every system we compare
Where a row applies to our own steel install, this is the baseline — not an upsell.
- Full tear-off and deck inspection before any panel goes down
- 26-gauge steel with a concealed-fastener clip system
- Panels roll-formed on-site to the exact length of each roof plane
- Ice-and-water membrane at eaves, valleys and penetrations
- Snow-retention plan discussed before install, not after the first slide
- A written 15-year workmanship warranty, separate from the panel finish warranty
Two warranties, kept separate
The panel finish carries the manufacturer's own material warranty — typically decades. Our own 15-year workmanship warranty covers the installation: flashing, fastening, seams. We never blur the two into one vague promise, and both are handed to you in writing at the final walkthrough.
FAQ
Questions we get asked
Still unsure? Call Demo phone and talk it through with the person who will actually quote your roof.
Why is the per-square-foot price a range in practice?
Roof geometry drives it more than material — a simple gable roll-forms efficiently, while dormers, valleys and multiple planes add labour and trim.
Do you require a deposit?
A deposit once panels are ordered and roll-forming is scheduled, balance due on completion after your walkthrough.
Is the shingle and membrane pricing on this page something you install?
No — we install steel only. Those rows are there so you can compare honestly, and we are glad to refer a specialist for either.
Do you offer financing?
Not directly, but we itemize quotes clearly enough to take to a lender or a home-improvement loan program.
Ready to stop reroofing every twenty years?
A site consultation walks your roof geometry, snow-load needs and panel colour options before any number is discussed.