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Cost guide

Roof Replacement Cost in Savannah, GA

What drives the price, and how to compare written estimates fairly.

Typical price ranges

Ranges come only from cited, dated published cost guides. They are not quotes. Your price depends on your home and needs a written estimate.

Asphalt shingle$5,800–$20,000
Metal$5,700–$25,000
Tile$8,500–$26,400
Wood shake$16,000–$27,000

National average, not a local quote. These are U.S.-wide figures, not Savannah prices.

Source: Angi, "How Much Does Roof Replacement Cost?" (U.S. national averages by material, updated Mar 5, 2026; national average, not a local quote) · checked 2026-10-17

Savannah costs a national average leaves out

The City of Savannah lists a full roof replacement, including underlayment, as work that needs a building permit. Check that each estimate includes it.

In Savannah's Historic Districts, all exterior work needs Historic Review Board approval. If your home is in a district, ask how that step affects the schedule and the material choices quoted.

Savannah's median home was built in 1971 (ACS 2024). On older roofs, ask how decking repairs found during tear-off will be priced.

Tropical-system entries for Chatham County cluster in September and October (NOAA, 2010–2025). If you can, schedule non-urgent replacement work outside that window and ask how weather delays are handled.

Sources: City of Savannah, permit guide · U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 via Census Reporter · NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database (2010–2025) · checked 2026-10-17

How to compare estimates

  1. Get at least two written estimates on the same scope.
  2. Check what's included: materials, cleanup, disposal, permits, warranty terms.
  3. Be wary of large upfront cash payments, especially after storms.
  4. Ask how changes found mid-job will be priced.

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