Short answer: The cost of new roof and gutters is the combined installed price of replacing your roof covering and your gutter system in one project. For a 2,000-square-foot home with an asphalt shingle roof and aluminum gutters, expect roughly $10,000 to $15,000. Premium materials push the total well past $20,000. Published national averages for the roof alone run from about $11,000 to $17,600, depending on the source, and new gutters add roughly $1,000 to $3,600. Ready for quotes? Compare local pros →
In this guide
This guide shows you how to build your own number instead of trusting a single average. You will see why the two jobs belong in one budget, a simple formula, a worked example, prices by home size and material, the extra line items that inflate quotes, and how to judge a bid when it lands in your inbox.
Guardian Gutter Guide is an independent resource, not a contractor. Marcus Delaney, a former gutter installer with 12 years in the trade, writes our guides, and Dana Whitfield, a home inspector with 9 years of experience, reviews them. Gutters are our specialty. The roofing figures below are national ranges, so use them as budgeting benchmarks. Actual quotes vary by installer, roof access and local labor rates.
Why price a new roof and gutters together
You should price a new roof and gutters together because the gutters hang off the roof edge and the roof crew works directly above them. A combined budget also keeps you from approving a roof and then discovering your old gutters will not survive it.
Why the two jobs belong in one budget
Gutters bolt to the fascia, right where the roof ends. Roofers set drip edge along the eaves, and the shingles overhang it. That overhang decides whether water drops into the gutter or runs behind it and rots the fascia. During tear-off, crews also work above and sometimes on top of your gutters, so old ones often get bent, loosened or removed. If your gutters are near the end of their life, replacing them right after the roof means you pay for ladder and access setup only once. Aluminum gutters commonly last around 20 years, which matches an asphalt roof’s 20 to 25.
On price, the roof dominates. Labor alone runs about 60 to 65 percent of a typical roof bill. Gutters usually add 10 to 20 percent to the combined total. A gutter upgrade barely moves your budget, while a roof material change can double it. Settle the roof first, then size the gutters to fit.
Budget the roof first, then the gutters, as one project with one total.
What bundling saves and what it does not
Bundling mostly saves on setup, not on materials. One contractor means one schedule, one permit trip and one set of ladders or scaffolding. Some contractors offer package pricing on a larger scope, but it is never guaranteed. Ask for the gutter work as its own line so you can compare it against a gutter-only bid.
The order of work matters too. Roofing should finish before new gutters go up, because the final shingle edge and drip edge set the gutter’s position. Gutters installed first get dented by ladders and buried in roofing debris. If one company does both, ask for the gutter work to be scheduled after the roof is complete, and for separate warranties on the roofing materials and the gutter workmanship.
What should this cost you?
Answer four questions and get a fair price range for your home.
How to estimate the cost of a new roof and gutters
To estimate the cost of a new roof and gutters, multiply your roof area by the installed price per square foot, multiply your gutter length by the price per foot, then add extras and a cushion. The steps below take about ten minutes with a tape measure or a satellite photo.
The estimating formula
Contractors quote roofs by the square, which is 100 square feet. A price of $5 per square foot is therefore $500 per square. Use whichever unit your quotes use, but do not mix them.
- Measure roof area. Take the footprint of the house, not the floor area, and multiply by about 1.12 for a moderate pitch. A 2,000-square-foot one-story home has roughly 2,240 square feet of roof. Steeper roofs have more.
- Pick a material price. Multiply roof area by the installed price per square foot from the material table later in this guide.
- Measure gutter length. Add up the eave lengths where gutters hang. Most single-family homes need 150 to 250 linear feet.
- Price the gutters. Multiply feet by price per foot. Ask whether downspouts, corners and end caps are included.
- Add extras and a cushion. Add the line items from the extras section, then hold back 10 to 15 percent for hidden damage. Among homeowners who found unexpected roof damage, 23% paid more than their original estimate, compared with 13% of those who did not.
Worked example: a 2,000-square-foot home
Take that 2,240-square-foot roof and 200 feet of gutter. The three scenarios below use per-square-foot prices from the material ranges later in this guide.
| Scenario | Roof | Gutters (200 ft) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget: 3-tab asphalt at $3.40/sq ft | $7,616 | Basic gutters at $5/ft: $1,000 | $8,616 |
| Mid-range: architectural asphalt at $4.84/sq ft | $10,842 | Seamless aluminum at $9/ft: $1,800 | $12,642 |
| Premium asphalt at $8.75/sq ft | $19,600 | High-end gutters at $14/ft: $2,800 | $22,400 |
These totals leave out tear-off if it is billed separately, deck repair and permits. Most homeowners with this house end up near the middle row. The gutters are 14% of that mid-range total.
For a typical 2,000-square-foot home, plan on $12,000 to $13,000 before extras.
Cost by home size
Larger homes need more roof and more gutter, but the gutter share stays modest. The table assumes architectural asphalt at $4.11 to $5.57 per square foot, gutters at $5 to $14 per foot, and a roof area about 12% above the floor area.
| Home size | Roof area | Roof cost | Gutter length and cost | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,500 sq ft | 1,680 sq ft | $6,900 to $9,360 | 150 ft: $750 to $2,100 | $7,650 to $11,460 |
| 1,600 sq ft | 1,792 sq ft | $7,370 to $9,980 | 160 ft: $800 to $2,240 | $8,170 to $12,220 |
| 2,000 sq ft | 2,240 sq ft | $9,210 to $12,480 | 200 ft: $1,000 to $2,800 | $10,210 to $15,280 |
| 2,200 sq ft | 2,464 sq ft | $10,130 to $13,720 | 220 ft: $1,100 to $3,080 | $11,230 to $16,800 |
| 3,000 sq ft | 3,360 sq ft | $13,810 to $18,720 | 250 ft: $1,250 to $3,500 | $15,060 to $22,220 |
A two-story home has less roof than floor area, so it may land a size lower. A complex roof with many valleys and dormers lands a size higher.
Roof and gutter prices by material
Material is the biggest lever on the cost of a new roof and gutters. Roof material swings the total by tens of thousands of dollars, while gutter material swings it by a few thousand.
Roof material prices
Asphalt shingles are the cheapest mainstream roof and the most common choice. Metal, tile and slate cost more up front and last much longer. The prices below are installed prices per square foot.
| Roof material | Installed price per sq ft | Typical lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | $3.40 to $8.75 | 20 to 25 years |
| Metal (corrugated to standing seam) | $6.00 to $24.50 | 40 to 75 years |
| Tile (concrete and clay) | $6.30 to $15.25 | 40 to 100 years |
| Wood shakes and shingles | $6.00 to $14.30 | 25 to 30 years |
| Slate | $12.00 to $31.77 | 50 to 100+ years |
Within asphalt, 3-tab shingles run about $3.40 to $4.65, architectural about $4.11 to $5.57, and premium architectural up to $8.75. Tile and slate are heavy, so a structural check may be needed before you switch from a lighter roof. Metal costs more per year of life than the sticker price suggests, but it only pays off if you stay in the house long enough.
Asphalt keeps a new roof and gutters near $10,000 to $15,000, while metal, tile and slate can double or triple it.
Gutter material prices
For gutters, seamless aluminum is the default for most homes. It is rust-resistant, light and widely available. The $5 to $14 per linear foot band that covers mainstream installs sits mostly on aluminum and steel. These are typical installed ranges, and the last column shows the bill for 200 feet.
| Gutter material | Typical installed price per ft | Cost for 200 ft |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $3 to $6 | $600 to $1,200 |
| Seamless aluminum | $6 to $12 | $1,200 to $2,400 |
| Galvanized steel | $8 to $16 | $1,600 to $3,200 |
| Copper | $20 to $40 | $4,000 to $8,000 |
Size and thickness also change the price. A 5-inch K-style gutter in standard-gauge aluminum is common. A 6-inch gutter or a heavier gauge costs more and handles heavy rain better. Gutter guards are an add-on, so ask for them as a separate line if you want them, and check gutter guard prices first.
Extra costs that push a roof and gutter quote higher
Extras can add thousands to the cost of a new roof and gutters, and they often hide below the headline price. The common ones are old roof removal, deck repair, permits, flashing, and fascia that must be fixed before gutters can hang.
Line items beyond shingles and gutters
Ask which of these are already in the quote and which would be billed only if needed.
| Extra | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Old roof removal | $0.40 to $2.00 per sq ft (often included) |
| Roof deck repair | $2.20 to $3.00 per sq ft of damaged deck |
| Underlayment | $1.50 to $2.10 per sq ft |
| Ice and water barrier | $1.87 to $2.53 per sq ft |
| Flashing | $9 to $11 per foot |
| Pipe boots | $63 to $85 each |
| Fascia replacement | $4.25 to $8.62 per linear foot |
| Soffit replacement | $2.80 to $5.28 per linear foot |
| Permit | Often around $500, varies by town |
Fascia is the gutter-specific trap. Gutters need solid wood to hold screws or hangers. If water has been leaking behind old gutters, the fascia may be soft. Replacing 200 feet of it at $4.25 to $8.62 per foot adds $850 to $1,724. Pay for that before the new gutters go on, not after.
What else moves the price
Labor is the main driver, at about 60 to 65 percent of a roof bill and roughly $60 to $75 per hour. Steep pitches, many valleys and dormers, a second story, and hard access all add hours. Regional labor rates and local code requirements shift the total as well, so a quote in a high-cost metro area can sit well above a national average.
Codes can also change your scope. In some jurisdictions, a so-called 25% rule requires the whole roof to meet current code once more than 25 percent of it is repaired or replaced within a year. That can turn a partial repair into a full re-roof. Call your local building department before you plan a partial job, because rules and permit fees differ from town to town.
How to judge a quote and keep the total down
A fair combined quote is itemized, matches your measurements, and falls inside the ranges above for your materials. The goal of this section is to help you spot what is missing from a bid and avoid paying for what you do not need.
What a fair combined quote lists
Vague one-line quotes are how people get surprised. A solid bid names every item.
- Roof material by brand and product line, and the measured roof area
- Tear-off and disposal, and the number of layers being removed
- Deck repair terms, including the price per sheet or per square foot if damage is found
- Underlayment, drip edge, flashing, ventilation and pipe boots
- Gutter length in feet, size (5-inch or 6-inch), material and gauge
- Downspout count, and whether corners and end caps are included
- Permit fees, cleanup, and separate warranties for materials and labor
Get at least three quotes for the same scope. If one comes in thousands below the others, look for what it leaves out.
Is $30,000 too much for a roof and gutters?
For a typical asphalt roof with aluminum gutters on a 2,000-square-foot home, $30,000 is well above the $10,000 to $15,000 band, so ask for a line-by-line breakdown. It can be fair for a large or complex roof, or for standing seam metal, tile or slate paired with premium gutters. The price should follow the materials and the roof complexity. If an asphalt roof is quoted at that level, the quote should explain exactly why.
A price is fair when you can trace every dollar to a material, a measurement or a labor line.
Ways to lower the total
You can cut real money without cutting corners.
- Compare matching scopes. Quotes only compete when they list the same materials and extras.
- Check insurance first. If a storm damaged the roof, your homeowners policy may cover repair or replacement. Check before you sign.
- Keep gutters simple. Standard seamless aluminum is enough for most homes. Add guards later if debris becomes a problem.
- Ask about timing. Contractors may price more competitively when their schedule is light.
- Negotiate payment terms. A larger deposit or payment in full at completion can earn a discount, but write the terms into the contract.
Putting your roof and gutter budget together
The cost of a new roof and gutters comes down to roof area, roof material, gutter length and the extras hiding under the shingles. For most homes that means $10,000 to $15,000 with asphalt and aluminum, with the roof driving most of the number. Price the roof first, size the gutters to match, and hold back a cushion for deck or fascia surprises.
Once you know your range, use it to test every bid for itemization and fit. If your gutters are due too, get a free gutter replacement estimate and compare it against the gutter line in your roofing quote.
What should this cost you?
Answer four questions and get a fair price range for your home.