Roof measurement in Syracuse, NY
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any Syracuse address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
Syracuse roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the Syracuse 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 Syracuse roof
Material-only prices for a 1,600 sq ft roof, adjusted to New York’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 (NY) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $118–$182 | 10% | $2,100–$3,200 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $91–$150 | 10% | $1,600–$2,650 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $139–$225 | 10% | $2,450–$3,950 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $268–$483 | 14% | $4,900–$8,800 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $375–$697 | 13% | $6,800–$12,600 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $322–$644 | 12% | $5,750–$11,550 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $322–$751 | 15% | $5,900–$13,800 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $536–$1,287 | 15% | $9,850–$23,700 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $161–$322 | 10% | $2,850–$5,650 | 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 — Syracuse
How big is a typical roof in Syracuse?
The median home footprint we map near central Syracuse is about 1,438 sq ft (middle half: 1,121–1,841 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 1,600 sq ft of roof surface, or 16 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers Syracuse?
Roofs in Syracuse are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2018 survey (dataset NY_FEMAR2_Central_3_2018). LiDAR is a snapshot from the flight date — newer construction may not be visible yet.
How much do roofing materials cost in New York?
Material prices in New York run about 7% above the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical Syracuse roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $2,100–$3,200 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in Syracuse 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 Syracuse
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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