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Roof Replacement in Columbia, SC
A full tear-off and new roof system for Columbia homes, from Shandon and Rosewood to Northeast Columbia, installed by local crews from our West Columbia shop, about 10 minutes away.
How much does a new roof cost in Columbia, SC?
Quick answer
Roof replacement in Columbia, SC typically runs $11,500–$24,000 in 2026. A simple Rosewood or Dentsville ranch can land near $11,000, while steep, two-story homes with dormers and multiple valleys sit toward the top of the range.
The three things that move a Columbia roof price most are pitch, height and detail count. Layers of old roofing and soft decking found during tear-off also matter, so we identify them during the inspection and price them up front instead of springing a change order on you mid-job.
Every estimate is itemized. For the underlying per-square rates, see our 2026 roofing cost guide. If the roof was damaged by hail or wind, your policy may pay for the replacement minus your deductible; see storm damage and insurance claims.
Do you need a new roof, or a repair?
Quick answer
Replace the roof when the failure is systemic: an asphalt shingle roof 18+ years old, granule loss across multiple slopes, widespread cracking or curling, more than three separate leaks, or storm damage across enough slopes that insurance approves a replacement. Isolated damage on a sound roof should be repaired.
We would rather sell you a repair than a roof you don't need. If the inspection shows a sound roof with one bad pipe boot or a failed flashing, you'll get a roof repair quote instead. Our repair vs. replace guide walks through the same checklist our estimators use.
What a Beaver roof replacement includes
- Free 19-point inspection with photos of every slope and a same-day photo report.
- Written scope and material selection. Architectural shingles, designer or impact-rated shingles, or standing seam metal, with color previews in our roof visualizer.
- Permit and scheduling. We pull the City of Columbia or Richland County permit.
- Protection and full tear-off down to the deck, with decking checked and replaced where it's soft.
- System installation: new underlayment, ice-and-water protection at the valleys, new flashing and pipe boots, and balanced ventilation.
- Final walkthrough with magnet sweep and photo documentation.
Most Columbia homes are finished in one to two days.
Why Columbia homeowners pick Beaver for a new roof
- Owens Corning Platinum Preferred, one of only four in the Midlands.
- 4.9 ★ from 440+ Google reviews. Read them on our reviews page.
- Lexington's Best Roofing Company in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
- Roofing the Midlands since 2011 with local crews, never subcontracted storm chasers.
- Manufacturer and workmanship warranties, explained on our warranty page.
- Monthly payment options through roof financing.
Columbia roofs we replace most
Columbia's housing stock spans a century. Older homes in Shandon, Wales Garden, Rosewood and Melrose Heights often have steep hips, multiple old layers and original decking. Newer subdivisions off Killian Road, Clemson Road and Harbison tend to have builder-grade roofs reaching the end of their life. Both get a scope written for the house in front of us. For neighborhood details, see our Columbia roofing contractor page.
Talk to a person instead
Our office on Leaphart Road answers the phone Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm. After hours, the on-call estimator handles emergency tarping.
What happens next
- We call you back within one business hour.
- A real roofer walks the roof — 19 checkpoints, photos of every slope.
- You get a written estimate and, if it's storm damage, a claim-ready damage report.
- You decide. No high-pressure close, no same-day-only pricing.
Columbia roof replacement questions
How much does roof replacement cost in Columbia SC?
Most Columbia replacements run $11,500–$24,000 in 2026, depending on pitch, height, layers and detail. A simple ranch can land near $11,000. You get the exact number in writing after a free inspection.
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most Columbia homes are finished in one to two days. Steep historic roofs, multiple tear-off layers or large decking repairs can add time; we tell you before we start.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Columbia?
Yes, a full replacement generally needs a permit from the City of Columbia or Richland County. Beaver Roofing pulls it as part of the job.
Will insurance pay for my new roof?
If an identifiable storm (hail, wind or a falling limb) damaged the roof, a South Carolina homeowner policy typically pays to replace it minus your deductible. Age and wear alone are not covered. Our estimators write scopes in Xactimate and meet your adjuster on the roof.
Do you offer financing for a new roof?
Yes. See our financing page for monthly payment options.
Are you an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred contractor?
Yes. Beaver Roofing is Owens Corning Platinum Preferred, one of only four in the Midlands.
4.9 ★ · 440+ Google reviews
Reviews from Columbia and nearby
Real reviews mention our crew by name. That is what happens when the same local people show up on every job.
★★★★★
“Our office staff kept me updated every single day of our claim. I never had to chase anybody. The gutter crew added 6-inch seamless runs with micro-mesh guards and our crawlspace moisture problem stopped.”
Services
Roofing services we provide in Columbia
Every service below is performed by Beaver Roofing crews dispatched from West Columbia — the same estimators, the same warranty, the same claims documentation.
Roof Replacement
Full tear-off and replacement with architectural shingles, new underlayment, ice-and-water at the valleys, and a workmanship warranty.
See detailsRoof Repair
Leak diagnosis, pipe boots, flashing, valley and decking repair — fixed right instead of sold a roof you don't need.
See detailsStorm & Hail Damage / Insurance Claims
Hail and wind documentation, adjuster meetings, supplements and full claim handling by a professional claims estimator.
See detailsMetal Roofing
Standing seam and exposed-fastener metal built for SC heat, hurricane remnant winds and 40+ year service life.
See detailsSeamless Gutters & Gutter Guards
On-site formed 5" and 6" aluminum and copper gutters with micro-mesh guards that survive Midlands pine straw.
Seamless gutters in ColumbiaCommercial Roofing
TPO, modified bitumen, metal retrofit and maintenance programs for Midlands offices, churches and warehouses.
See detailsNo-pressure next step
Get a written roof replacement estimate this week
Free 19-point inspection, photo report the same day, and a written Xactimate-grade estimate you can hand to your insurance adjuster.
Why homeowners call us first
- Our estimators handle insurance claims every day — we write in Xactimate, the same platform your carrier uses, and can walk you through the process every step of the way.
- 4.9 ★ from 440+ Google reviews.
- We meet your adjuster on the roof, file supplements, and handle the paperwork.
- Local Lexington County crews — never subcontracted storm chasers.