What drives the price
Roof area and pitch first, then facet count, layers to tear off, decking repairs and access. Two homes on the same street can differ by 40% for those reasons alone.
Ontario, Canada
Roof replacement cost in Ontario
Ontario homeowners pay roughly C$5.50 - C$11.50 per square foot installed — about C$11,000 - C$23,000 on a 2,000 sq ft roof. Enter your address for a free AI roof report with your own measurements, condition score and price range.
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Ontario roof cost by home size
Tear-off and replacement with architectural asphalt shingle, including underlayment, flashing, disposal and permits. Steeper pitch, multiple layers and complex facets push you toward the high end.
| Roof area | Typical total installed | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| 1,200 sq ft | C$6,500 - C$14,000 | C$5.50 - C$11.50 |
| 1,600 sq ft | C$9,000 - C$18,500 | C$5.50 - C$11.50 |
| 2,000 sq ft | C$11,000 - C$23,000 | C$5.50 - C$11.50 |
| 2,600 sq ft | C$14,500 - C$30,000 | C$5.50 - C$11.50 |
| 3,200 sq ft | C$17,500 - C$37,000 | C$5.50 - C$11.50 |
Ontario conditions
GTA roofs fight ice damming, freeze-thaw and Lake Ontario wind. Most homes are asphalt with ice-and-water shield running well past the eave line, and permits vary by municipality.
Common materials here
- Architectural asphalt
- Standing-seam metal
- Cedar shake
Roof replacement cost by city in Ontario
Ontario roofing FAQ
- How much does a roof replacement cost in Ontario?
- Most Ontario homeowners pay C$5.50 - C$11.50 per square foot installed, which works out to about C$11,000 - C$23,000 on a typical 2,000 sq ft roof. Pitch, layers of old shingle and accessibility move the number inside that band.
- What roofing material is best in Ontario?
- GTA roofs fight ice damming, freeze-thaw and Lake Ontario wind. Most homes are asphalt with ice-and-water shield running well past the eave line, and permits vary by municipality. The materials local roofers install most are architectural asphalt, standing-seam metal, cedar shake.
- Can I get a roof estimate without an in-person inspection?
- Yes. RoofScope measures your roof from current satellite imagery, scores its condition and returns a cost range in about 60 seconds. You only talk to a roofer if you ask us to match you.
- How many quotes should I get?
- Three. We match every Ontario report with up to three top-rated, licensed and insured local roofers so you can compare real bids against your AI estimate.
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