Roof measurement in Austin, TX
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any Austin address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
Austin roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the Austin 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 Austin roof
Material-only prices for a 2,250 sq ft roof, adjusted to Texas’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 (TX) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $108–$167 | 10% | $2,650–$4,150 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $83–$137 | 10% | $2,050–$3,400 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $128–$206 | 10% | $3,150–$5,100 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $245–$441 | 14% | $6,300–$11,300 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $343–$638 | 13% | $8,750–$16,200 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $294–$588 | 12% | $7,400–$14,850 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $294–$687 | 15% | $7,600–$17,750 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $490–$1,177 | 15% | $12,700–$30,450 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $147–$294 | 10% | $3,650–$7,300 | 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 — Austin
How big is a typical roof in Austin?
The median home footprint we map near central Austin is about 2,006 sq ft (middle half: 1,401–2,859 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 2,250 sq ft of roof surface, or 23 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers Austin?
Roofs in Austin are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2019 survey (dataset USGS_LPC_TX_Central_B1_2017_LAS_2019). LiDAR is a snapshot from the flight date — newer construction may not be visible yet.
How much do roofing materials cost in Texas?
Material prices in Texas run about 2% below the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical Austin roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $2,650–$4,150 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in Austin 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 Austin
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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