Roof measurement in Lawrence, KS
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any Lawrence address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
Lawrence roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the Lawrence 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 Lawrence roof
Material-only prices for a 2,200 sq ft roof, adjusted to Kansas’s price level (94 vs. U.S. 100) and including a typical waste allowance. Labor, tear-off, disposal and tax are extra.
| Material | Per square (KS) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $103–$160 | 10% | $2,500–$3,850 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $80–$132 | 10% | $1,950–$3,200 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $122–$197 | 10% | $2,950–$4,800 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $235–$423 | 14% | $5,900–$10,600 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $329–$611 | 13% | $8,200–$15,200 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $282–$564 | 12% | $6,950–$13,900 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $282–$658 | 15% | $7,150–$16,650 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $470–$1,128 | 15% | $11,900–$28,550 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $141–$282 | 10% | $3,400–$6,850 | 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 — Lawrence
How big is a typical roof in Lawrence?
The median home footprint we map near central Lawrence is about 1,983 sq ft (middle half: 1,516–2,550 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 2,200 sq ft of roof surface, or 22 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers Lawrence?
Roofs in Lawrence are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2017 survey (dataset USGS_LPC_KS_SCentral_L1_2015_LAS_2017). LiDAR is a snapshot from the flight date — newer construction may not be visible yet.
How much do roofing materials cost in Kansas?
Material prices in Kansas run about 6% below the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical Lawrence roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $2,500–$3,850 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in Lawrence 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 Lawrence
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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