Just had a roofer swing by to give me an estimate on replacing our flat roof with TPO. Honestly, I wasn't expecting it to be cheap, but when he handed me the quote, I almost dropped my coffee. It came out to something like $7.50 per square foot, which seemed kinda steep to me. I mean, I know prices have gone up lately (what hasn't?), but still...ouch.
I asked him if that's typical, and he said it's pretty standard these days, especially with labor shortages and material costs going up. But I'm wondering if he's just giving me the "standard line," you know? Has anyone else gotten quotes recently for TPO roofing? Curious if this is about right or if I should shop around a bit more.
$7.50 per sq ft sounds a bit high, but honestly, not by much these days. I had a similar job quoted about 6 months ago and it was around $6.80 per sq ft, and prices have only gone up since then. Did your quote include tear-off and disposal? Sometimes those extras can sneakily bump up the price. Might be worth getting another estimate or two just for peace of mind...but brace yourself, they're probably gonna be in the same ballpark.
$7.50 isn't exactly bargain-bin pricing, but honestly, roofing costs have been climbing faster than my blood pressure at a home inspection lately. Had a client just last month who nearly choked on his coffee when he saw his roofing quote—came in around $7.30 per sq ft without tear-off. So your quote doesn't seem too far off the mark, especially if they're including removal and disposal. Those hidden extras can sneak up on you quicker than my neighbor's cat when I'm grilling salmon.
Still, it's always smart to get at least one more quote. Roofing contractors can vary wildly in their pricing and approach, even if they're using the same materials. Had a homeowner recently who got three quotes—all reputable companies, mind you—and the difference between the highest and lowest was over a grand. Same materials, same specs, just different overhead and labor costs I guess.
Speaking of TPO, did your contractor mention anything about thickness or warranty details? Sometimes they'll quote you a thinner membrane at a lower price, but that might mean shorter warranty periods or less durability long-term. I've seen some cheaper TPO roofs that look great at first but age faster than cheap wine...and that's saying something.
One last thing to consider—have you looked into PVC roofing at all? It's a similar concept to TPO, usually slightly pricier upfront but often more durable in the long run. Had a client swear by it because of better chemical resistance and longer warranties, though personally I think either option can work fine if installed properly.
Anyway, roofing prices these days are enough to make anyone's wallet hurt. Let us know what you end up deciding—I'm curious to see how your quotes compare.