How much does a 3-tab shingle roof cost?

Installed nationally, Asphalt Shingle — 3-Tab runs $350 – $475 per square (100 sq ft), or about $8,400 – $11,400 for a typical 24-square roof — including tear-off of one layer, underlayment, and standard flashing. State labor moves the range; Washington runs $370 – $502 per square.

How long does a 3-tab shingle roof last?

Expect 15-20 years from a properly installed asphalt shingle — 3-tab roof with adequate ventilation. Underlayment and flashing quality — the invisible half — decide whether a roof reaches the top of that range.

Is the satellite estimate free for this material too?

Yes. The estimator measures your roof once and re-prices it across every material instantly, from the same measurements and the same published dataset.

Asphalt Shingle Roof Cost (2026 Guide)

Material	Per square	Typical 24-square roof	Lifespan
Asphalt Shingle — 3-Tab	$350 – $475	$8,400 – $11,400	15-20 years
Asphalt Shingle — Architectural	$450 – $675	$10,800 – $16,200	25-30 years

Asphalt Shingle — 3-Tab

The budget standard: flat, uniform shingles with the shortest service life of any material we price.

Worked example: a 24-square roof at the national band runs $8,400 – $11,400 installed, including tear-off of one layer, underlayment, and standard flashing. In Washington, labor adjusts that to $8,900 – $12,050.

Pros

Lowest installed cost of any roofing material
Lightweight — suits almost any structure
Fast, widely available installation

Cons

Shortest lifespan (15-20 years)
First to lift in high wind
Fewer color and texture choices

Best for: Budget replacements, rentals, and homes likely to be sold within a decade.

Sources: Angi (2026 cost data): Asphalt installed $400-$800 per square overall; 3-tab at the bottom of the asphalt range; HomeGuide (2025): Asphalt 3-tab $3-$5 per sq ft installed ($300-$500 per square); This Old House / Homewyse (2026): Asphalt shingles $5.16 per sq ft average across grades ($516 per square). Full sourcing on the methodology page.

Asphalt Shingle — Architectural

The most common replacement in America: thicker, dimensional shingles with a 25-30 year life.

Worked example: a 24-square roof at the national band runs $10,800 – $16,200 installed, including tear-off of one layer, underlayment, and standard flashing. In Washington, labor adjusts that to $11,400 – $17,100.

Pros

Best cost-per-year of any common material
Dimensional look suits most home styles
Widely stocked — fast scheduling

Cons

Algae streaking in humid climates without resistant granules
Not a lifetime roof — plan on one more replacement
Wind rating varies by product line

Best for: Most homeowners: the default balance of price, life, and curb appeal.

Sources: Angi (2026 cost data): Architectural planning figure $400-$800 per square installed; Homewyse (May 2026): Composition (laminated shingle) roof installed $620-$802 per square; Peer calculator tables (2026): Architectural asphalt $411-$666 per square installed. Full sourcing on the methodology page.

Price your own roof with the free satellite estimator or the manual calculator — same dataset, your measurements.