Roof measurement in Newark, NJ
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any Newark address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
Newark roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the Newark 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 Newark roof
Material-only prices for a 2,100 sq ft roof, adjusted to New Jersey’s price level (107 vs. U.S. 100) and including a typical waste allowance. Labor, tear-off, disposal and tax are extra.
| Material | Per square (NJ) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $118–$182 | 10% | $2,700–$4,200 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $91–$150 | 10% | $2,100–$3,450 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $139–$225 | 10% | $3,200–$5,200 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $268–$482 | 14% | $6,400–$11,550 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $375–$696 | 13% | $8,900–$16,500 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $321–$642 | 12% | $7,550–$15,100 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $321–$749 | 15% | $7,750–$18,100 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $535–$1,285 | 15% | $12,950–$31,050 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $161–$321 | 10% | $3,700–$7,400 | 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 — Newark
How big is a typical roof in Newark?
The median home footprint we map near central Newark is about 1,875 sq ft (middle half: 1,394–3,163 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 2,100 sq ft of roof surface, or 21 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers Newark?
Roofs in Newark are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2015 survey (dataset USGS_Lidar_Point_Cloud_NJ_SdL5_2014_LAS_2015). LiDAR is a snapshot from the flight date — newer construction may not be visible yet.
How much do roofing materials cost in New Jersey?
Material prices in New Jersey run about 7% above the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical Newark roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $2,700–$4,200 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in Newark 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 Newark
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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