How much does a metal roof cost?

A metal roof typically costs $10,000 to $30,000 installed on an average home, or roughly $8 to $16 per square foot. Standing-seam systems sit at the top of that range; exposed-fastener panels, common on barns and outbuildings, are the most affordable metal option.

The gap versus asphalt is real up front, often two to three times more, but metal lasts far longer, so the cost per year of service can be competitive. In Florida, high wind ratings and reflective finishes can also help with insurance and cooling costs.

Get quotes priced by the square and by system type, since standing-seam and exposed-fastener metal are very different products.