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Metal Roof Cost in Dallas-Fort Worth, Priced in the Open
Most roofers make you wait for a sales visit to hear a number. Permanent Metal Roofing Systems posts its installed price per square foot, every add-on and a calculator, so you can budget before anyone climbs a ladder.
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How much does a metal roof cost in Dallas?
For a typical Dallas-area house, a new PMRS standing seam roof costs $15 per square foot of roof surface, installed. That covers 24-gauge Galvalume panels with a Kynar 500 finish. Tear-off, steep pitch and add-ons such as pipe boots and vented ridge are priced as separate lines.
On a 2,000-square-foot roof, panels and installation come to about $30,000. For context, national cost guides put standing seam at roughly $10 to $18 per square foot installed as of 2026. They put a 2,000-square-foot metal roof at about $20,000 to $36,000.
Our prices were last set October 2026. When we change one, every page on this site and the calculator update together.
Current PMRS price list
| Item | Current price | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Standing seam on a house: 24-gauge Galvalume, Kynar 500 | $15 | per sq ft of roof |
| Standing seam on a porch or patio roof: 24-gauge, Kynar 500 | $25 | per sq ft of roof |
| Standing seam on a house: 26-gauge, SMP finish | $14 | per sq ft of roof |
| Porch or patio roof: 26-gauge, SMP finish | $24 | per sq ft of roof |
| Steep roof surcharge, 8/12 and steeper | $2 | per sq ft of roof |
| Tear-off, first layer | $1.25 | per sq ft |
| Tear-off, each extra layer | $0.75 | per sq ft |
| Dumpster, 40-yard | $1,000 | each |
| Pipe boot | $200 | each |
| Skylight flashing | $1,000 | each |
| Vented ridge | $45 | per linear ft |
| Installation only, materials bought separately | $7.50 | per sq ft of roof |
| Materials only, 24-gauge | $9 | per sq ft of roof |
| Materials only, 26-gauge | $8 | per sq ft of roof |
| Materials delivery by van | $350 | per trip |
| Materials delivery by box truck | $500 | per trip |
Run your own numbers with the PMRS roof calculator
Pick what you are pricing, enter the roof size, choose the steel and paint, and tell us what is coming off. The calculator applies the same live prices shown above and returns a budget range with the line-by-line math.
Your estimated price
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A planning estimate, not a quote: we confirm roof size, pitch and details when we measure, and your written estimate lists exactly what is included. Prices as of October 2026.
Get your exact, written price
Send this estimate to a specialist. We measure your roof for free and confirm the number, with no pressure.
Not sure of your roof size? Use the figure from a recent insurance estimate or roof report, or multiply your footprint by the pitch factor in the next section. Calculator results are planning estimates. Your written quote follows a free measure.
What drives the cost of a metal roof?
Seven things move the price: roof size, pitch, tear-off, gauge, finish, complexity and add-ons. Size and tear-off usually matter most. Complexity is the one most estimates bury.
Roof size, measured on the slope
We price per square foot of roof surface, not floor area. A pitched roof is larger than the footprint beneath it. Roofers also talk in squares, and one square is 100 square feet. Multiply your footprint, including overhangs, by the factor for your pitch.
| Roof pitch | Multiply footprint by | 2,000 sq ft footprint becomes |
|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 1.054 | About 2,110 sq ft of roof |
| 6/12 | 1.118 | About 2,240 sq ft of roof |
| 8/12 | 1.202 | About 2,400 sq ft of roof |
| 10/12 | 1.302 | About 2,600 sq ft of roof |
| 12/12 | 1.414 | About 2,830 sq ft of roof |
Pitch and walkability
Roofs at 8/12 and steeper need more safety setup and slower work, so they carry a surcharge of $2 per square foot of roof. Sections under 3/12 need mechanically seamed panels and high-temperature underlayment. We price those after measuring.
Tear-off and disposal
Removing the old roof costs $1.25 per square foot for the first layer and $0.75 for each extra layer. Debris goes into 40-yard dumpsters at $1,000 each, roughly one for every 40 squares torn off. Soft or rotten decking is common under old shingles on older DFW homes, so ask how it will be priced before you sign.
Gauge
At roughly 0.023 inch versus 0.018 inch, 24-gauge steel is noticeably thicker than 26 gauge and holds up better to hail. Choosing 26-gauge with an SMP finish moves the house price from $15 to $14 per square foot. Our 24 vs. 26 gauge guide goes deeper.
Finish and metal
A Kynar 500 PVDF finish holds its color and resists chalking, with 30-year finish warranties on solid colors. SMP costs less and carries a 15-year coating warranty. Aluminum, copper, zinc and Tedlar finishes are quoted per project.
Complexity
Every valley, hip, dormer, chimney and wall junction adds custom trim and labor. A simple gable roof costs less to finish than a cut-up roof with the same area. Because we bend our own trim and flashing in-house, complex roofs do not wait on an outside supplier.
Add-ons
Each plumbing vent gets a pipe boot at $200. Skylight flashing is $1,000 each, and vented ridge is $45 per linear foot. Gutters are priced separately.
What do real metal roof totals look like?
These worked examples use our live prices, so they stay current. Add the lines for each total, or let the calculator do the math for your roof.
Example 1: 2,000 sq ft ranch, one layer off, 6/12 pitch
| Line item | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 24-gauge Kynar 500 standing seam | 2,000 sq ft | $30,000 |
| Tear-off, one layer | 2,000 sq ft | $2,500 |
| 40-yard dumpster | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pipe boots | 3 | $600 |
| Vented ridge | 40 linear ft | $1,800 |
Example 2: 2,800 sq ft two-story, two layers off, 9/12 pitch
| Line item | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 24-gauge Kynar 500 standing seam | 2,800 sq ft | $42,000 |
| Steep surcharge | 2,800 sq ft | $5,600 |
| Tear-off, first layer | 2,800 sq ft | $3,500 |
| Tear-off, second layer | 2,800 sq ft | $2,100 |
| 40-yard dumpsters | 2 | $2,000 |
| Pipe boots | 4 | $800 |
| Skylight flashing | 1 | $1,000 |
Example 3: 300 sq ft porch roof, no tear-off
A 24-gauge Kynar 500 standing seam porch roof of 300 square feet comes to $7,500. The porch rate is higher per foot because setup, trim and flashing are spread over a small area.
Example 4: materials only for a 1,200 sq ft shop roof
Contractors and owner-builders can buy panels only. For 1,200 square feet of 26-gauge panels, materials come to $9,600, plus $500 for one box-truck delivery.
The examples leave out decking repairs, gutters and any permit fees. Your written quote lists every line before work starts.
What is included in the per-square-foot price?
The house and porch prices cover a complete standing seam system above the deck, formed and installed by our own crew.
- Panels roll-formed to the length of each run, in Kynar 500 colors from our chart
- Concealed clips and fasteners, with floating clips on long panels
- High-temperature underlayment rated for the heat under a metal roof
- Eave, rake, ridge, hip, valley and wall flashing bent on our computerized folders
- Sealants and closures at seams, ridges and transitions
- The PMRS lifetime non-prorated limited warranty on standing seam, with terms on our warranties page
Not included: tear-off and dumpsters, the steep surcharge, pipe boots, skylight flashing, vented ridge, decking repairs and gutters. Each appears as its own line.
How does metal compare with other roof types on cost?
Up front, metal usually runs two to three times the price of asphalt, yet one metal roof can outlast two or three shingle roofs. The table uses typical 2026 installed ranges from national and Texas cost guides, next to our live price.
| Roof type | Typical installed cost, 2026 | Typical life in Texas | Hail notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural asphalt shingles | $5.00 to $8.50 per sq ft | 15 to 20 years | Class 4 shingles exist as a middle option |
| Exposed-fastener metal, basic profiles | $5.50 to $11.50 per sq ft in Texas | Decades; screws need checks at 10 to 15 years | Thin panels dent and fasteners can loosen |
| Metal shingles | $9 to $14 mid-grade; $14 to $22 premium aluminum | 40 to 70 years | Many lines carry Class 4 listings |
| Stone-coated steel | About $12.50 per sq ft on average | 40 to 70 years | Granule texture hides hail marks |
| Standing seam, steel or aluminum | $10 to $18 per sq ft; copper up to about $34 | 40 to 70 years | Class 4 depends on the tested assembly |
| PMRS 24-gauge standing seam | $15 per sq ft, live | 40 to 70 years | 24 gauge is our hail-country standard |
Over 50 years, a shingle roof in DFW heat may need replacing two or three times. Each replacement brings another tear-off and another round of disruption. That lifecycle math is why many owners who plan to stay choose metal. See every system side by side on our metal roofing systems page.
Can a Class 4 metal roof lower your insurance costs?
It can, but your insurer sets the size of the credit. TDI requires a UL 2218 rating for an impact-resistant credit and lets each company choose the amount. Credits reported in 2025 and 2026 fall roughly between 5 and 35 percent of the premium’s wind and hail share.
Ask your agent for the figure before you choose a product, and ask about cosmetic hail exclusions too. Our Class 4 metal roofing page explains the ratings. Our insurance discount guide covers the paperwork.
How do you get an exact price from PMRS?
Book a free measure. We confirm roof area, pitch, layers and details on site or from your plans, then send a written quote with every line item. See what happens at each step on our project process page.
Builders and contractors can send plans for a take-off instead. Our commercial metal roofing page covers bids, submittals and materials supply.
Metal roof cost questions
How much does a 2,000 square foot metal roof cost in Dallas?
At our current price for 24-gauge Kynar 500 standing seam, 2,000 square feet of roof comes to $30,000 for panels and installation. Tear-off adds $2,500 for one layer, plus a dumpster and any add-ons. The calculator totals it for you.
Is a metal roof priced by the square foot of house or of roof?
By the square foot of roof surface. A pitched roof is larger than the floor plan beneath it, so a 2,000-square-foot footprint at a 6/12 pitch is about 2,240 square feet of roof. Overhangs add more.
Why do metal roof quotes in DFW vary so much?
Quotes differ on gauge, finish, panel type, tear-off, underlayment and how much trim is included. A 26-gauge exposed-fastener roof and a 24-gauge Kynar 500 standing seam roof are very different products, so compare line by line rather than by the total alone.
Is 26-gauge metal roofing cheaper than 24-gauge?
Yes. Our 26-gauge SMP standing seam is $14 per square foot on a house, versus $15 for 24-gauge Kynar 500. The thicker 24-gauge panel resists hail dents better and carries a longer finish warranty.
Does PMRS offer installation only or materials only?
Yes. Installation only is $7.50 per square foot of roof. Materials only start at $8 per square foot for 26-gauge panels, with van or box-truck delivery priced per trip.
Is a metal roof worth the extra cost in Texas?
For owners who plan to stay, usually yes. Metal typically costs two to three times as much as asphalt up front but can last 40 to 70 years, while shingles in DFW heat often last 15 to 20. Many insurers also credit Class 4 roofs.
Do you charge for metal roof estimates?
No. The calculator on this page is free, and so are the measure and the written quote that follow it.
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