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Roof Replacement in Bellevue, WA

Three recent RoofSmart roof replacements in Bellevue cost $22,827 to $100,977, plus tax.

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REAL BELLEVUE JOBS, REAL PRICES

What Recent Bellevue Roofs Actually Cost

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

The short answer: three recent RoofSmart roof replacements in Bellevue cost between $22,827 and $100,977, plus tax.

Below are the three jobs, with each contract total and what that homeowner got.

Bellevue Job #1: Standing Seam Metal Roof, New Deck and Insulation, $100,977

Bellevue, WA

Detail This job
Roof 24-gauge steel standing seam
Size 3,000 sq ft
Contract signed July 2026
Total $100,977 plus tax

What we did

We tore off two layers, installed a new 3/4-inch plywood deck, and finished with 24-gauge steel standing seam.

We also removed the old attic insulation and added baffles and R-38 blown-in. We repaired the chimney, installed a skylight, and rebuilt built-in gutter liners, scuppers and downspouts.

Before and after: aerial view of an old roof replaced with a standing seam metal roof on a Bellevue, WA home

Bellevue Job #2: Duration Shingles and a Metal Lower Roof, $54,132

Bellevue, WA

Detail This job
Roof Owens Corning Duration AR plus standing seam metal on the lower roof
Size 4,400 sq ft shingles, plus metal lower roof
Contract signed December 2025
Total $54,132 plus tax

What we did

We installed Owens Corning Duration shingles on the main roof and standing seam metal on the lower roof. We also did ventilation upgrades and gutter and MasterShield work in damaged spots.

The homeowner paid this roof scope directly; interior drywall and insulation went through insurance.

Change orders for extra plywood, truss repair, mold remediation and extra gutter work ($17,482 plus tax) aren't included in the price above.

Before and after: old shingles on a lower roof replaced with standing seam metal on a Bellevue, WA home

Bellevue Job #3: NorthGate Roof and New Plywood Deck, $22,827

Bellevue, WA

Detail This job
Roof CertainTeed NorthGate asphalt shingles, Moire Black
Size 1,800 sq ft
Contract signed March 2026
Total $22,827 plus tax

What we did

We tore off two layers and replaced the rotten deck with new 1/2-inch plywood over the whole roof.

Then we installed CertainTeed NorthGate shingles in Moire Black. We also added a ridge vent, bath-fan vents, B-vent flashing and new rake fascia.

Before and after: mossy old shingle roof replaced with CertainTeed NorthGate shingles in Moire Black on a Bellevue, WA home
HOW WE PRICE A BELLEVUE ROOF

How a Bellevue 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, then $125 per worker per hour after the first hour, plus materials.

BELLEVUE RULES

Bellevue roof permits, in plain terms

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

Job Bellevue rule
Roof replacement, up to five 4x8 sheets of sheathing Permit-exempt when the repaired or replaced sheathing is limited to five 4x8 sheets.
More sheathing replaced or altered Not covered by that exemption. Replacing or altering more sheathing than that needs a permit.

Exempt work still has to meet building and energy code.

Sources: BCC 23.05.090 (2020); City of Bellevue roofing permit policy; City of Bellevue single-family remodel permit.

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

BELLEVUE WEATHER

Rain and moss in Bellevue

Number What it means
43.87 in Average yearly precipitation at NOAA's Bellevue station. About 73% falls October through March, and December is wettest at 7.02 in.
About 163 days Days a year with measurable rain at NOAA's nearby Seattle Sand Point 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, BELLEVUE 1.8 W; BELLEVUE 1.8 W monthly normals; NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals, SEATTLE SAND PT WSFO; WSU Extension EB1962E.

How RoofSmart replaces a Bellevue 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.
Bellevue Roofing Questions

Bellevue Roofing FAQs

Straight answers to the questions Bellevue homeowners ask us most.

 

How much does a new roof cost in Bellevue?

Does RoofSmart offer free roof estimates in Bellevue?

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

How much does a roof repair cost?

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

Can a new roof go over my old one?

How long does a roof replacement take in Bellevue?

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

Is metal roofing or asphalt shingles better for a Bellevue home?

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

Do you install gutters and gutter guards in Bellevue?

Can I finance a new roof?

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

How do I choose a roofing contractor in Bellevue?

Get a straight answer on your Bellevue 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 a SmartMatch Visit with a Meticulous Roofing Nerd

Fill out the short form to pick your visit 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 a SmartMatch visit.

The goal of this call is to:

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