Roof measurement in San Bernardino, CA
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any San Bernardino address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
San Bernardino roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the San Bernardino centre point in our building database. Roof area assumes a 6/12 pitch for illustration — your roof is measured from its own LiDAR.
Roofing material costs for a typical San Bernardino roof
Material-only prices for a 1,850 sq ft roof, adjusted to California’s price level (106 vs. U.S. 100) and including a typical waste allowance. Labor, tear-off, disposal and tax are extra.
| Material | Per square (CA) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $117–$180 | 10% | $2,400–$3,650 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $90–$149 | 10% | $1,850–$3,000 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $138–$223 | 10% | $2,800–$4,550 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $265–$477 | 14% | $5,600–$10,050 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $371–$690 | 13% | $7,750–$14,400 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $318–$637 | 12% | $6,600–$13,200 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $318–$743 | 15% | $6,750–$15,800 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $531–$1,273 | 15% | $11,300–$27,100 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $159–$318 | 10% | $3,250–$6,500 | 20–30 yrs |
Planning prices as of 2026-10; not a supplier quote. Measure the actual address above for your roof’s own area and pitch. How we price materials →
Roof measurement FAQ — San Bernardino
How big is a typical roof in San Bernardino?
The median home footprint we map near central San Bernardino is about 1,667 sq ft (middle half: 1,247–2,233 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 1,850 sq ft of roof surface, or 19 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers San Bernardino?
Roofs in San Bernardino are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2019 survey (dataset USGS_LPC_CA_SoCal_Wildfires_B1_2018_LAS_2019). LiDAR is a snapshot from the flight date — newer construction may not be visible yet.
How much do roofing materials cost in California?
Material prices in California run about 6% above the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical San Bernardino roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $2,400–$3,650 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in San Bernardino without climbing it?
Yes — type the address above for a free preliminary measurement. For a full 3D report with every facet, ridge, hip and valley, use the RoofTap iPhone app. Always verify on site before ordering.
Full 3D roof reports in San Bernardino
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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