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Sample roofing quote comparison
This is what you get when you compare contractor quotes on Zoxi Home: three roof replacement quotes, checked line by line.
Compare my own quotesHeads up: these quotes don't describe the same job
- Roofing material differs (Quote A: Architectural asphalt, Quote B: 3-tab asphalt, Quote C: Architectural asphalt)
- Roof area differs (Quote A: 2000 sq ft, Quote B: 1800 sq ft, Quote C: 2000 sq ft)
Before comparing prices, ask each contractor to quote the same size, product and installation — or weigh what the difference is worth to you.
The short version
Quote A is the most complete quote (100% of expected items written down). Quote B is the lowest price ($9,800), but leaves out 10 items that Quote A includes.
- ●The highest and lowest quotes are $7,100 apart.
- ●Quote B has 2 serious issues to ask about before signing.
This compares what's written in each quote. It isn't a recommendation to hire anyone — check the contractor too.
Typical cost range
For asphalt shingle replacement, 2,000 sq ft of roof, standard materials, Southeast.
$9,300 – $16,650
typical $12,050
Source: Sample data — replace before launch, data from 2026-10-25, confidence low. Single layer tear-off, architectural shingles, walkable pitch (up to 6/12), up to 2 sheets of decking.
Sample data — not real market prices.
Side by side
| Quote A Example Roofing Co. | Quote B Sample Budget Roofing | Quote C Demo Exteriors | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | $13,800 | $9,800 | $16,900 |
| Price context what's this? | Within typical | Within typical | Within typical |
| Scope written down what's this? | 100% | 9% | 100% |
| Deposit | 30% | 50% | 10% |
| Workmanship warranty | 5 yr | Not stated | 10 yr |
| Materials warranty | 30 yr | Not stated | 50 yr |
| Permit | Included | Not stated | Included |
| Cleanup | Included | Not stated | Included |
| Timeline | 3 days | Not stated | 4 days |
| Valid until | Nov 24, 2026 | Not stated | Nov 8, 2026 |
| What's being installed | |||
| Roofing material | Architectural asphalt | 3-tab asphalt | Architectural asphalt |
| Roof area | 2000 sq ft | 1800 sq ft | 2000 sq ft |
| Old layers removed | 1 | — | 1 |
| Decking sheets included | 2 | — | 3 |
| Expected scope for roofing | |||
| Tear-off of old roofing | ✓Included | ✓Included | ✓Included |
| Decking repair or replacement terms | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
| Underlayment | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
| Ice & water shield | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
| Drip edge | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
| Flashing (chimney, walls, valleys) | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
| Ventilation | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
| Debris removal / dumpster | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
| Permit and inspection | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
| Site cleanup | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
| Written warranty | ✓Included | Missing | ✓Included |
"Missing" means the item isn't written on the quote. The contractor may still plan to do it — ask, and get it in writing.
Quote A
Example Roofing Co.
$13,800
What to look at
- Vague wording. Ask for exact amounts or limits on: Decking replacement allowance as needed.
- Materials without quantities. 3 material line(s) have no quantity, which makes them hard to compare.
Questions to send Example Roofing Co.
- For the allowance or "as needed" items, what is the maximum I could be charged?
Quote B
Sample Budget Roofing
$9,800
What to look at
- 10 expected items not mentioned. This quote doesn't mention: decking repair or replacement terms, underlayment, ice & water shield, drip edge, flashing (chimney, walls, valleys), ventilation, debris removal / dumpster, permit and inspection, site cleanup, written warranty. It may be a much smaller job than the others.
- Large deposit (50%). Deposits above 33% put more of your money at risk before work starts. Some states cap home-improvement deposits — check your state's rules.
- No payment schedule. The quote doesn't say when each payment is due.
- No workmanship warranty stated. Manufacturer warranties cover materials, not installation mistakes.
- -29% vs. the middle quote. Confirm the scope matches the other quotes.
Questions to send Sample Budget Roofing
- Please list everything included in your price. Specifically, does it include decking repair or replacement terms, underlayment, ice & water shield, drip edge, flashing (chimney, walls, valleys), ventilation, debris removal / dumpster, permit and inspection, site cleanup, written warranty?
- Can the deposit be lowered, with the balance tied to completed milestones?
- What is the payment schedule, and which milestone triggers each payment?
- What warranty do you give on your workmanship, and is it in writing?
- Who pulls the permit and schedules the inspection — you or me?
Quote C
Demo Exteriors
$16,900
What to look at
- Materials without quantities. 2 material line(s) have no quantity, which makes them hard to compare.
Questions to send Demo Exteriors
Nothing specific — still confirm start date and payment milestones in writing.
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