From Excel Roofing, Inc., Serving the Denver Front Range Since 1993
If you’re a Denver homeowner looking at a roof replacement, one of your first questions is: how much is this going to cost? The short answer is that a new stone-coated steel roof in Denver typically ranges from $24,000 - $60,000 for an average-sized home. However, the final price depends on several key factors, from the size and steepness of your roof to how the shingles are attached (direct to deck or batten mounted).
This guide has been written by Excel Roofing’s team with Front Range experience since 1993. We will break down everything you need to know so you can plan your budget with confidence and make the right choice for your home.
For most homes in the Denver area, Excel Roofing’s full stone-coated steel roof replacement falls within the following ranges:
All figures include materials, labor, tear-off of the old roof. Denver’s climate intense hailstorms, snow, ice dams and rapid freeze-thaw cycles means Excel Roofing will recommend a Class 4 hail-resistant shingle as one of the Good, Better Best options.
Roofing is priced by the “square” one roofing square equals 100 square feet. The average Denver-area home sits between 2,000 and 3,000 square feet (20–30 squares). Larger roofs cost more in both materials and labor. Smaller homes tend to fall near the $24,000 mark; larger or more complex homes can reach $60,000 and beyond.
Stone-coated steel comes in several varieties, each with a different price point:
Shingles are attached one of two ways: direct to deck, meaning the shingles are attached directly to the roof decking, and batten mounted. Batten mounting is placing a piece of wood to the decking and then attaching the shingle to it.
Each type/shape of shingle affects price as well. Stone-coated steel comes in shingle (low-profile) looks similar to asphalt shingles, tile/barrel which looks like Spanish style roofing, shake to match cedar shake roofing and slate which mimics stone.
A steep or complex roof requires additional labor and staging; this adds to the final cost. Roofs with multiple valleys, hips, skylights, or dormers take more time and precision to install correctly. During your Excel inspection, we’ll factor your specific roof difficulty into your estimate.
Excel Roofing always includes tear-off and disposal in our quotes. To ensure the best result, we recommend removing all existing shingle layers before installing a new roof. This guarantees proper adhesion and maximum hail resistance. Occasionally, after tear-off, we discover rotted decking or spaced sheathing boards that need replacement before new shingles can go down. This happens on about 5% of projects and is billed as an additional cost, we’ll always communicate to you before proceeding with additional costs.
Not all roofing contractors are the same. When comparing bids, look for a licensed and insured company with a verifiable local track record, manufacturer certifications, and clearly written workmanship warranties. Excel Roofing has served the Denver are since 1993, completing over 55,000 projects so far. As certified installers for DECRA and Westlake Royal, Excel can offer extended material warranties unavailable through uncertified contractors.
Denver sits at the edge of “Hail Alley,” notorious for some of the most frequent and damaging hailstorms in the United States. According to insurance industry data, Colorado consistently ranks among the top states for hail-related property damage claims each year.
Our region is genuinely hard on roofs. Denver’s elevation of 5,280 feet means UV exposure from the sun is significantly more intense than at sea level, accelerating shingle aging and granule loss. Add in our freeze-thaw cycles and frequent hailstorms and you get a climate that demands a lot of your roof. Quality materials and expert installation are even more important because of this. Excel Roofing’s recommendation is always to invest in the most durable roof your budget allows it to pay off in the long run.
Yes! Stone-Coated Steel roofs will typically increase your home's value around 6%. Of course, this is dependent on the market, your specific home. In rare occasions, some communities will require a tile roof. In order to install a tile system on a roof that was designed for it, it will need to be evaluated by a structural engineer. If the home is not load bearing enough to support the tile system, a stone-coated steel system may be your best option. A homeowner, based on our experience and the market, may be able to recoup 55-80% of the cost of the system when they sell the home *market depending.
Before you replace your roof, have a conversation with your insurance agent to understand exactly what’s covered and what isn’t. One of the benefits of having a stone-coated steel roof, is it’s hail durability and longevity, both things that insurance companies love to hear. Both factors reduce the likelihood that you will need to file a claim after a hailstorm, because of this, there are more options available to you in regard to your deductible. Raising your insurance deductible can help reduce premiums in the short-term and increase long-term savings. Excel Roofing can also help you navigate the claims process if hail or wind damage triggered your replacement. Key questions to ask your agent:
A new stone-coated steel roof in Denver is a significant investment typically $24,000 to $60,000 for most Front Range homes. Insurance companies have begun to reduce coverage for asphalt shingle roofs and are showing preference for more hail-resistant roofing options. So although a stone-coated steel roof is 2-3x the cost of an asphalt shingle roof, Excel Roofing’s Good-Better-Best quoting process is designed to make those trade-offs clear and simple.
Ready to get started? If you haven’t already, contact Excel Roofing, give us a call, or fill out the inspection request form, or use our online self schedular to set a day and time most convenient for your free inspection and Good-Better-Best estimate. With over 55,000 completed projects across the Front Range, we know Denver roofs and we’re here to make sure yours is done right.