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    uriostejr Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 18, 2010, 08:52 PM
    Financing a 35 sf roof job with 1 lyer to take off
    Need a quote to replace a roof 35 sq with 1 layer of tear off and financing optios
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    Mar 20, 2010, 03:48 PM

    I can't give you a quote, but I have a couple questions that could affect the cost depending on how you answer them.

    If there is only 1 layer, why do you want to tear it off before re-roofing?

    Also have you considered installing a metal roof?
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    Mar 20, 2010, 04:27 PM
    Hi, uriostejr!

    There's no doubt that you're not going to get a quote from this site. For one thing, there are too many variables involved here. What type of roof? Location? City ordinances and codes? etc...

    Thanks!
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    Mar 20, 2010, 05:24 PM

    You basically call 3 or 4 roofing companies, and have them provide proof of business license, and insurance including workers comp on their employees.

    If one bid is way lower, I suggest you throw it out, since there should not be a large difference in quotes. Most companies have standard rates by the square .
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    Mar 20, 2010, 07:21 PM

    35 sf is only a bundle of shingles.Are you sure it's not 35 sq(3500 sf)?

    Anyway, if you want to price product for a tear-off(which I always suggest as you can then see if there are any problems underneath which need attention)

    A roofer will need 36 square of shingles(depending on the style,they might also need separate caps)

    Any valleys, they might need to be replaced.

    If you want #15 felt paper it's 4sq/roll... 9 for the 35 sq,possibly more depending on valley and if you are going to use ice and water shield.

    #30 paper is 2 sq/roll... 18 for the 35, and again Ice and water shield?

    Nails, either hand nails,simplex for the felt/water shield.Nails for nail guns, possibly nails for repairs.

    Drip-edge for the entire roofline.

    Chimney to be reflashed?

    New pipe boots/vent openings.

    Roof cement for flashing and pipe seal.

    Clean-up and disposal of the old and new scraps of roofing.

    Price for removal and replacement of any sheeting which isn't sound enough to hold nails, this price might be a set number per foot.

    Their labor for the work.

    Steepness of the roof is a factor for most any company,low pitch isn't much of a problem,though.

    I say go for whomever you think makes the best offer and use that to negotiate with any others you have quote the job.In these times, even the highball company can reduce their rates to just GET work, use this to your advantage.
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    Mar 20, 2010, 09:03 PM
    A lot of variables there, KBC!
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