The short version: in 2026, a full shingle roof replacement on a typical New Orleans home usually costs $5,500 to $12,000. The average is about $9,000. Prices are about the same as last year, a little higher in some cases. Bigger, steeper or more complicated roofs cost more, and so do roofs with several old layers or a lot of rotten wood underneath. Small repairs usually run $300 to $1,500.
Every roof is priced after a free inspection, and you get an itemized written estimate before you commit. If you are ready for a price on your house, see our roof replacement service in New Orleans.
2026 roof prices in New Orleans at a glance
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Shingle roof replacement, typical home | $5,500 to $12,000 (about $9,000 average) |
| Larger, steep or complex shingle roofs | Above $12,000, priced after inspection |
| Small roof repair (leak, missing shingles, pipe boot, flashing) | $300 to $1,500 |
| Metal roofs and flat roofs | Priced per job after inspection |
| Roof inspection and written estimate | Free |
Ranges are what we typically see on New Orleans homes in 2026. Your price depends on the roof, which is why every estimate starts with an inspection.
What drives the price of a new roof
Size of the roof
Roofers measure in "squares." One square is 100 square feet of roof surface. A bigger roof takes more shingles, underlayment and labor, so size is the biggest single factor.
In 2026 the going rate for a shingle replacement among established New Orleans roofing companies averages about $417 per square, or about $4.17 per square foot. A square is 100 square feet of roof surface, not one square foot. Our own shingle replacements typically run $370 to $417 per square ($3.70 to $4.17 per square foot). For a 20-square roof (2,000 square feet of roof surface), that is about $7,400 to $8,300 before extras like rotten decking or removing more than one layer.
Pitch and access
Steep roofs are slower and need more safety setup. So do tight spots like a shotgun house built inches from the one next door, where materials have to be carried in and debris carried out by hand.
How many layers come off
Every layer of old roofing has to be torn off and hauled away. Two or three layers mean more labor and more dumpster weight than one.
Rotten decking
Older New Orleans homes often have soft or rotten plywood or boards under the shingles from years of small leaks. It has to be replaced for the new roof to last. We price decking per sheet on the estimate, so you know the cost before it comes up.
Chimneys, skylights, dormers and valleys
Every chimney, skylight, vent and valley needs its own flashing and extra labor. A simple two-sided roof costs less than one with dormers and several roof lines.
The shingle you choose
We install Owens Corning Oakridge and Duration architectural shingles. Oakridge is the budget-friendly choice. Duration costs a little more and can qualify for a limited wind warranty of up to 160 mph when installed with the full Owens Corning system (here is what that takes). Your estimate can show both side by side.
Permits
A full roof replacement in New Orleans needs a city permit, and homes in historic districts may also need HDLC review. We pull the permit as part of the job. Read more in our permit guide.
What is included in our price
A low quote often leaves things out. On our roof replacements, the price includes:
- Tear-off down to the deck and haul-away of the old roofing
- Replacement of rotten decking, priced per sheet on the estimate
- Synthetic underlayment, plus ice and water barrier at the eaves and valleys
- New flashing, pipe boots and vents
- Owens Corning shingles with six nails per shingle for New Orleans wind
- The city permit
- Clean-up with a magnet sweep for nails
- Our 5-year workmanship warranty, transferable to a new owner at no cost, plus your Owens Corning warranty registered in your name
How to compare roofing estimates
When two quotes for the same house are thousands of dollars apart, the difference is usually in what is included. Put the estimates side by side and check:
- How many layers are being removed
- How rotten decking is handled and priced
- The underlayment, and whether ice and water barrier is included
- Whether flashing, pipe boots and vents are new or reused
- The exact shingle line and color
- Who pulls the permit
- The workmanship warranty, in writing
- The contractor's Louisiana license number
Our estimates are itemized so you can see every one of these. Our licenses are Roofing License RL.06324 and Home Improvement License HI.563814 (about us).
Repair or replace?
If the problem is one leak, a few missing shingles or a failed pipe boot, a repair is usually the better buy. Our guide to small roof repairs covers what can be fixed and what it costs. It is time to think about replacement when you see:
- Shingles curling, cracking or missing in more than one spot
- Granules collecting in the gutters
- Leaks in different places, or the same leak after repairs
- Soft or sagging areas on the roof deck
- A shingle roof that is 20 years old or more
We give you an honest repair-or-replace recommendation with photos. If the roof has years left, we say so.
When to schedule
Demand jumps after hurricanes and big storms, and the calendar fills up fast. If your roof is near the end of its life, scheduling in the fall, winter or early spring gets it done before the next hurricane season. A free inspection in the spring is a good habit either way (here is what we check).
Get a free, itemized estimate
Every roof is different, and the only accurate price is one based on your roof. Call or text (504) 810-4691, or request a free inspection. We serve New Orleans and nearby communities.