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Roof Replacement in Auburn, WA

Three recent RoofSmart roof replacements in Auburn cost $18,385 to $50,024, plus tax.

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REAL AUBURN JOBS, REAL PRICES

What Recent Auburn Roofs Actually Cost

By Jim Singleterry, Founder and CEO of RoofSmart. Prices updated October 2026.

The short answer: three recent RoofSmart roof replacements in Auburn cost between $18,385 and $50,024, plus tax. Below are the three jobs, with each contract total and what that homeowner got.

Auburn Job #1: Landmark Flex Roof, Gutters and Guards, $50,024

Auburn, WA

Detail This job
Roof CertainTeed Landmark Flex asphalt shingles, Heather Blend
Size 4,300 sq ft, house and detached garage
Contract signed December 2025
Total $50,024 plus tax

What we did

We tore off the old roof on the house and the detached garage and installed CertainTeed Landmark Flex shingles. We upgraded attic ventilation and added new 5-inch gutters with MasterShield guards. RoofSmart is the exclusive MasterShield dealer in our service area. A later fascia change order ($2,709 plus tax) isn't included in the price above.

Before and after: close view of an old shingle roof replaced with CertainTeed Landmark Flex shingles in Heather Blend on an Auburn, WA home

Auburn Job #2: NorthGate Roof and New Plywood Deck, $28,327

Auburn, WA

Detail This job
Roof CertainTeed NorthGate asphalt shingles, Max Def Moire Black
Size 2,300 sq ft
Contract signed February 2026
Total $28,327 plus tax

What we did

We tore off the old roof and installed CertainTeed NorthGate shingles in Max Def Moire Black. We re-sheeted the whole roof with new 1/2-inch plywood, improved attic ventilation with vented bird blocks and a ridge vent, and installed new chimney counter flashing.

Before and after: mossy old shingle roof replaced with CertainTeed NorthGate shingles in Max Def Moire Black on an Auburn, WA home

Auburn Job #3: Landmark Flex Shingle Roof, $18,385

Auburn, WA

Detail This job
Roof CertainTeed Landmark Flex asphalt shingles, Heather Blend
Size 2,100 sq ft
Contract signed December 2025
Total $18,385 plus tax

What we did

We tore off the old roof and installed CertainTeed Landmark Flex shingles in Heather Blend. Over the vaulted primary bedroom we added baffling so air can flow from the eave vents to the new ridge vent. A later decking change order ($1,016 plus tax) isn't included in the price above.

Before and after: old shingle roof beside a cedar-sided wall replaced with a CertainTeed Landmark Flex roof in Heather Blend on an Auburn, WA home
HOW WE PRICE AN AUBURN ROOF

How an Auburn roof price is built

By Jim Singleterry, Founder and CEO of RoofSmart. Prices updated October 2026.

Most roofers won't tell you what a roof costs until they're sitting at your kitchen table. We'd rather show you. Each price above is the full contract total (plus tax), including the repairs and upgrades that house needed, not just the roofing material.

Your price will depend on the size and pitch of your roof, access, the material you pick, and what we find under the old roof. For a standard asphalt shingle roof, our base is $9.42 per sq ft, about $23,500 for a 2,500 sq ft roof before add-ons, plus tax. That base comes from 569 average RoofSmart jobs in the last 12 months, with outliers left out.

The SmartMatch visit is free when there's no active leak. If your roof is leaking now, a repair visit is $475.

What Auburn homeowners said

"They did a great job! They came early, and they worked long hours to get the job done.

They did a great job cleaning up."

Jason M., Auburn, WA, GuildQuality

"RoofSmart did a fantastic job! Very professional, high quality products and company."

Morgan A., Auburn, WA, GuildQuality

AUBURN RULES

Auburn roof permits, in plain terms

We follow Auburn's rules and pull permits as needed. Every job is different.

Job Auburn rule
Like-for-like reroof Permit-exempt when the new roofing replaces the old like for like, no extra load goes on the roof and no structural members are altered.
Added load or framing changes Not covered by that exemption. The City lists reroofing among projects that may need a permit and asks you to check with its Permit Center first.

Exempt work still has to meet code. Homes outside Auburn city limits follow county permit rules.

Sources: Auburn City Code 15.08A.025 (2023); City of Auburn permit FAQ.

Our permit guide is linked at the end of this page.

AUBURN WEATHER

Rain and moss in Auburn

Number What it means
40.09 in Average yearly precipitation at NOAA's nearby Kent station. About 75% falls October through March, and November is wettest at 6.23 in.
About 153 days Days a year with measurable rain at the Kent station, so wet roof work is the norm here.

Moss is a western Washington fact of life.

WSU Extension says our cool, damp climate favors it, it grows mostly in fall, winter and spring, and left alone it shortens roof life.

Moss can work under shingle edges and loosen them, worst on cedar. Skip the pressure washer.

Sources: NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals, KENT (nearby Kent station); KENT monthly normals; WSU Extension EB1962E.

How RoofSmart replaces an Auburn roof

1. SmartMatch first. We diagnose the roof and attic, talk through your goals, then recommend. If you don't need a new roof, we say so.

2. Clean-deck install. Every old layer comes off. Our own crew does the work, about 3 days on site on average.

3. TripleGuard™. Lifetime workmanship and lifetime material coverage on eligible roofs, plus a promise the work meets code.

Who RoofSmart isn't for

If the cheapest bid is the goal, we're not your roofer. TripleGuard covers roofs built to our expert design. We can't warranty a budget build.

  • You want the lowest price over everything else.
  • You want to cut items out of the design we recommend.
  • You want a new layer over the old roof. We always tear off.
Auburn Roofing Questions

Auburn Roofing FAQs

Straight answers to the questions Auburn homeowners ask us most.

How much does a new roof cost in Auburn?

Does RoofSmart offer free roof estimates in Auburn?

How do I know if my Auburn roof needs replacing or just a repair?

How much does a roof repair cost?

Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Auburn?

Can a new roof go over my old one?

How long does a roof replacement take in Auburn?

Can you replace a roof during Auburn's rainy season?

Is metal roofing or asphalt shingles better for an Auburn home?

How do I handle moss on an Auburn roof, and does a new roof's warranty cover it?

What warranty comes with a RoofSmart roof?

Do you install gutters and gutter guards in Auburn?

Can I finance a new roof?

Is RoofSmart certified by GAF, Owens Corning, or CertainTeed?

How do I choose a roofing contractor in Auburn?

Get a straight answer on your Auburn roof

The SmartMatch visit is free when there's no active leak. If your roof is leaking now, a repair visit is $475.

Want a ballpark first? Try the Instant Estimate.

Talk To Us

Schedule an Inspection with a Meticulous Roofing Nerd

Fill out the short form to pick your inspection time, or call us during normal business hours.

The SmartMatch visit is free when there's no active leak. If your roof is leaking now, a repair visit is $475.

One of our Meticulous Roofing Nerds will answer your questions and ask if you're ready for an inspection.

The goal of this call is to:

  • Learn more about the specifics of your roofing project
  • Schedule an inspection for one of our roofing experts to come check out your roof