Roof measurement in San Diego, CA
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any San Diego address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
San Diego roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the San Diego 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 Diego roof
Material-only prices for a 2,600 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% | $3,350–$5,150 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $90–$149 | 10% | $2,600–$4,250 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $138–$223 | 10% | $3,950–$6,350 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $265–$477 | 14% | $7,850–$14,150 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $371–$690 | 13% | $10,900–$20,250 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $318–$637 | 12% | $9,250–$18,550 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $318–$743 | 15% | $9,500–$22,200 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $531–$1,273 | 15% | $15,850–$38,050 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $159–$318 | 10% | $4,550–$9,100 | 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 Diego
How big is a typical roof in San Diego?
The median home footprint we map near central San Diego is about 2,307 sq ft (middle half: 1,893–2,723 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 2,600 sq ft of roof surface, or 26 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers San Diego?
Roofs in San Diego are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2014 survey (dataset CA_SanDiegoQL2_2014). 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 Diego roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $3,350–$5,150 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in San Diego 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 Diego
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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