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No pre-filled calculator, no "starting at" footnote, no email-required PDF. A real insurance-paid estimate from an Dallas hail claim, plus the six things that move a roofing quote up or down. If a claim is in play, our insurance roof replacement FAQ walks through how it works. When you are ready for an exact number, the free inspection takes 30 to 45 minutes and the written estimate has no hidden line items.
The lowest bid in a roofing comparison wins on price by cutting items the homeowner cannot see from the ground. The roof looks fine for a year or two, then a pipe-boot leak shows up, the warranty claim gets denied because the install does not meet the manufacturer spec, and the homeowner pays for a second roof.
The pricing below is what it costs to install a roof the way the manufacturer warrants it: code-compliant decking, manufacturer-spec underlayment, proper ventilation, real flashing, and certified installers. Anything cheaper is a discount on the parts you cannot see.
Below is an example of what a major insurance carrier paid for a hail-damage roof replacement in Dallas. Use it as a benchmark for what your own line items should look like. These carrier estimates are built in Xactimate, the same pricing software adjusters use.
| Description | Qty | Unit Cost | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remove Laminated Shingles | 35 | $68.03 | $2,381.05 |
| Install Laminated Shingles w/ Felt | 40 | $326.30 | $13,529.65 |
| R & R Drip Edge | 325 | $3.14 | $1,051.60 |
| R & R Chimney Flashing | 1 | $500.82 | $500.82 |
| R & R Pipe Flashing | 5 | $58.38 | $299.67 |
| R & R Roof Vent, Turbine | 2 | $166.28 | $349.56 |
| Steep Charge, Remove (7/12 to 9/12 pitch) | 35 | $17.21 | $602.38 |
| Steep Charge, Install (7/12 to 9/12 pitch) | 35 | $55.37 | $1,937.35 |
| R & R Turtle Vent, Metal | 1 | $76.68 | $258.03 |
| Sales Tax, Material | Included | ||
| Grand Total, Replacement Cost Value (RCV) | $20,783.75 | ||
Measured in roofing squares (100 sq ft each). A typical Dallas single-story home runs 18 to 30 squares; large two-story homes can hit 40+.
Steeper roofs require more safety setup and slow installation, so a 12/12 pitch costs more per square than a 4/12.
3-tab vs architectural vs Class 4 vs synthetic slate is the single biggest cost lever after square footage.
Rotten plywood gets replaced as it is found, priced per sheet. Most projects need a few sheets; older homes can need more.
Steep slopes, multiple roof planes, dormers, skylights, chimneys, and tight side-yard setbacks all add labor.
When a hail claim is in play, most line items are covered at replacement cost. Your deductible is usually the only out-of-pocket.
Submit the form below and a Bert Roofing project manager will call you to schedule a free inspection and written estimate. No deposit, no obligation.
