Roof measurement in McAllen, TX
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any McAllen address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
McAllen roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the McAllen 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 McAllen roof
Material-only prices for a 2,600 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% | $3,100–$4,750 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $83–$137 | 10% | $2,400–$3,950 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $128–$206 | 10% | $3,650–$5,900 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $245–$441 | 14% | $7,250–$13,100 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $343–$638 | 13% | $10,100–$18,750 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $294–$588 | 12% | $8,550–$17,150 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $294–$687 | 15% | $8,800–$20,550 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $490–$1,177 | 15% | $14,650–$35,200 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $147–$294 | 10% | $4,200–$8,400 | 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 — McAllen
How big is a typical roof in McAllen?
The median home footprint we map near central McAllen is about 2,347 sq ft (middle half: 1,778–3,037 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 2,600 sq ft of roof surface, or 26 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers McAllen?
Roofs in McAllen are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2022 survey (dataset TX_LowerRioGrande_3_D22). 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 McAllen roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $3,100–$4,750 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in McAllen 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 McAllen
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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