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How Much Does a New Roof Cost in Northern Virginia?

By the LPS Exteriors team · Leesburg, VA · Updated 2026

Short answer: most asphalt shingle roof replacements in Northern Virginia land between $12,000 and $25,000 for a typical single-family home, depending on size, pitch, and material. Premium systems, metal, slate, cedar shake, run higher. If storm damage is involved, insurance may cover most of the cost minus your deductible.

What actually drives the price

  • Roof size and complexity. Cost scales by the "square" (100 sq ft). Steep pitches, multiple valleys, dormers, and skylights add labor.
  • Material. Architectural asphalt shingles are the value benchmark. Standing-seam metal typically runs 2–3× shingles but lasts 50+ years. Slate and cedar are premium, generational investments.
  • Decking condition. Rotted plywood discovered at tear-off must be replaced, an honest contractor prices this transparently per sheet.
  • Ventilation and flashing. Done-right jobs include proper ridge ventilation, new flashing, and ice-and-water shield, corners that cheap bids cut.

Why the lowest bid is usually the most expensive

Roofing has a low barrier to entry, and Northern Virginia sees plenty of storm-chasing crews. A bid thousands below the others usually means reused flashing, skipped underlayment, no permits, and no one answering the phone when a leak appears in year two. LPS Exteriors is a local, family-owned, VA Class A licensed contractor, our office is in Leesburg, and our 1-year workmanship warranty means we're accountable after the last shingle is nailed.

Storm damage changes everything: if hail or wind damaged your roof, you may only be responsible for your deductible. We inspect for free, document everything, and work directly with your insurance company.

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