Updated July 2026
How Much Does a New Roof Cost in Courtenay?
A new roof in Courtenay typically costs $8,000 to $20,000 for asphalt shingles, $18,000 to $45,000 or more for metal, and $28,000 to $60,000 for cedar. Roof repairs run $300 to $4,000, and inspections $150 to $400, all shaped by roof size, pitch, and the number of old layers to remove across the Comox Valley.
Updated July 2026
Roof cost is the all-in price to tear off the old roof and install a new one, driven mainly by roof size and pitch, the material chosen, the number of existing layers, and any deck repair the tear-off uncovers.
For a full breakdown of what a re-roof involves, see roof replacement.
| Material | Typical cost | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | $8,000 – $20,000 | 15–30 yrs |
| Metal (standing seam / panel) | $18,000 – $45,000+ | 40–70 yrs |
| Cedar shingles | $28,000 – $60,000 | 25–50 yrs |
| Flat roof (membrane) | $8,000 – $24,000 | 15–25 yrs |
What drives the price
Size and pitch come first — a big, steep roof takes more material, more time, and more safety setup than a small bungalow. Material is the next lever: asphalt shingles are the affordable standard, metal costs more but lasts decades longer, and cedar is a premium look. Removing extra old layers and repairing rotted deck found during tear-off add to the total.
Shingle vs. metal over time
An $8,000 to $20,000 shingle roof lasting 15 to 30 years and an $18,000 to $45,000 metal roof lasting 40 to 70 tell different stories over a lifetime. On the wet, moss-prone Comox Valley coast, where shingles often fail early, more homeowners are finding metal's higher upfront cost pays off by skipping the next re-roof or two.
| Service | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Roof repair (leak, flashing, shingle) | $300 – $1,500 |
| Larger / storm repair | $1,500 – $4,000+ |
| Roof inspection | $150 – $400 |
| Moss removal / roof cleaning | $300 – $800 |
Figures are typical Comox Valley ranges for planning only, not quotes. Roof size, pitch, access, layers to remove, and any hidden deck rot move the final price. An on-site assessment gives an exact figure.
How to get an accurate price
The only reliable number comes from an on-site look at the roof's size, pitch, layers, and condition. A written, itemized quote should separate tear-off, deck allowance, material, flashing, and cleanup, so there are no surprises when a second layer or soft deck turns up.
Compare system options on metal roofing, or, for an existing system, roof repair. Courtenay Roofers serves Courtenay and Comox.
For an exact price on a specific roof, request a free on-site quote from Courtenay Roofers.