Roof measurement in Portland, OR
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any Portland address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
Portland roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the Portland 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 Portland roof
Material-only prices for a 1,650 sq ft roof, adjusted to Oregon’s price level (105 vs. U.S. 100) and including a typical waste allowance. Labor, tear-off, disposal and tax are extra.
| Material | Per square (OR) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $116–$179 | 10% | $2,100–$3,250 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $89–$147 | 10% | $1,600–$2,650 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $137–$221 | 10% | $2,500–$4,000 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $263–$474 | 14% | $4,950–$8,900 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $368–$684 | 13% | $6,850–$12,750 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $316–$632 | 12% | $5,850–$11,650 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $316–$737 | 15% | $6,000–$14,000 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $526–$1,263 | 15% | $10,000–$23,950 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $158–$316 | 10% | $2,850–$5,750 | 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 — Portland
How big is a typical roof in Portland?
The median home footprint we map near central Portland is about 1,481 sq ft (middle half: 1,207–1,845 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 1,650 sq ft of roof surface, or 17 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers Portland?
Roofs in Portland are measured from the NOAA Digital Coast, 2007 survey (dataset NOAA_EPT_8873). LiDAR is a snapshot from the flight date — newer construction may not be visible yet.
How much do roofing materials cost in Oregon?
Material prices in Oregon run about 5% above the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical Portland roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $2,100–$3,250 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in Portland 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 Portland
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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