Roof measurement in Plantation, FL
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any Plantation address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
Plantation roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the Plantation 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 Plantation roof
Material-only prices for a 3,650 sq ft roof, adjusted to Florida’s price level (98 vs. U.S. 100) and including a typical waste allowance. Labor, tear-off, disposal and tax are extra.
| Material | Per square (FL) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $108–$167 | 10% | $4,350–$6,700 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $83–$137 | 10% | $3,350–$5,500 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $127–$206 | 10% | $5,100–$8,250 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $245–$441 | 14% | $10,200–$18,350 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $343–$637 | 13% | $14,150–$26,300 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $294–$588 | 12% | $12,050–$24,050 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $294–$686 | 15% | $12,350–$28,800 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $490–$1,177 | 15% | $20,600–$49,400 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $147–$294 | 10% | $5,900–$11,800 | 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 — Plantation
How big is a typical roof in Plantation?
The median home footprint we map near central Plantation is about 3,263 sq ft (middle half: 2,330–3,889 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 3,650 sq ft of roof surface, or 37 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers Plantation?
Roofs in Plantation are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2019 survey (dataset USGS_LPC_FL_Southeast_B2_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 Florida?
Material prices in Florida run about 2% below the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical Plantation roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $4,350–$6,700 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in Plantation 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 Plantation
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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