What does it really cost to replace a roof on an apartment/condo complex building in Myrtle Beach?
Why is it so hard to get a straight answer?
If you’ve found yourself here, you’re likely a property manager or board member for an apartment/multifamily community in Myrtle Beach. And whether you’re considering a roof replacement for an apartment complex community or working one into your budget for next year, we’re here to help you find the answers you need.
As a roofing company in Myrtle Beach for over 40 years, we know the roof replacement process for homeowners is stressful. But roof replacements on apartment complexes have their own unique challenges that can seem hard to maneuver at first.
The first concern being “how much will it cost to replace the roof at my multifamily community?”
Here, we’ll go over how much it costs to replace the roof on an apartment complex and provide some insight on what goes into the unique price of multifamily communities in Myrtle Beach.
How Much Does a Roof Replacement for an Apartment Complex Cost?
It can be hard to say exactly how much it will cost to re-roof an apartment complex without knowing how many buildings you have, their complexity, or how many stories are on your buildings. But to give you an idea of price, we’ll break it down per square (a 10ft x 10ft space).
- Low end: $330 per square
- High end: $450 per square
To get a price for your unique apartment complex, you can use our instant estimator tool. To use this tool, you’ll need to input the address for each building in your complex. This way you’ll have an idea of what each building will cost and the total estimated price to replace the roofs in your apartment complex.
To get an idea of how much each building will cost, you’ll first determine how large the roof is. The roof will be larger than the square footage of the building. But if you know the square footage of each building (the bottom floor/footprint), you might be able to get a rough idea of cost by using this simple equation:
- Square footage x 1.5 = roof size
While this price does not include factors like roof pitch or replacing rotted decking, it does provide some clarity on around how much your roof replacements might cost.
How Much Do Roof Replacements Cost for Multifamily Properties in Myrtle Beach
To provide a local example, we recently completed a multifamily project in Little River. The community had varying building sizes and this was what the breakdown looked like.
|
Project |
Units |
Final Cost Per Building |
Style |
|
Building 1 |
2 Units |
$15,000 |
Duplex-style |
|
Building 2 |
6 Units |
$40,000 |
Townhome-style |
Despite similar materials, Building 2 cost nearly triple due to size, layout, and accessory requirements. While the average total price can sit somewhere between $20,000 to $100,000, varying factors determine the final price of a roof replacement in an apartment complex. So what factors can change the cost of a roof replacement and how much do they cost?
What Factors Go Into the Final Price of a Roof Replacement for My Apartment Complex?
There are a number of additional factors that can increase the final price of your roof replacement.
For example:
- Building Height (Number of Stories)
- Taller buildings increase labor costs and often require special access equipment like boom trucks or man lifts. A 2-story building could add an additional $20 to $40 price increase per square. While the price of 3 or more stories can vary based on the added price for lifts, cranes, and possibly other machinery.
- Accessibility
- If a building is difficult to access, it may increase the price. This is because loading shingles onto a roof via a boom truck is the preferred method. If the boom truck is not tall enough or if there is no appropriate space for a boom truck to park, we may need to have the roofing materials loaded by a crane or other more time consuming methods.
- Debris Removal
- Number of Buildings
When it comes to the price of each building, a roofing contractor will take a few things into consideration as they work up a roof estimate for you.
These things include:
Material Type
Most apartment complexes in the Myrtle Beach area choose to have architectural shingles installed on their roofs. This is because architectural shingles are durable in strong winds, have a clean look, and have a reasonable price.
However, there are more options to choose from. Price ranges and availability can vary:
- 3-Tab Roofing Shingles (Not installed by all local roofing companies): $330-$450 per square
- Architectural Roofing Shingles: $350-$550 per square
- Designer Roofing Shingles: $400-$600 per square
Roof Size
The size of your roof can vary from the square footage of the building because it includes elements like:
- Ridges
- Hips
- Valleys
- Rakes
- Eaves
These areas are taken into consideration because different material is used to cover them. This can create more waste due to complexity, which can impact the final price.
Roof Pitch
The pitch or the roof slope is expressed as a ratio. It is determined by the vertical rise and horizontal run of your roof. The horizontal run is 12 inches, while the vertical rise can vary based on the structure of the building.
To get an idea of pricing, here is how pitch can impact the final price of your roof replacement:
- 7/12 to 9/12 roof pitch: additional $40-$70 per square
- 10/12 to 12/12 roof pitch: additional $70-$110 per square
- Over 12/12 roof pitch: additional $110 per square or more
Roof Complexity
Roof complexity is determined by the unique design of each roof in your community. These areas can require roofers to cut and shape shingles to fit just right. If a roof is more complex, more materials are needed. Not only that, but this can create more waste from those specific buildings. A typical roof replacement will amass anywhere from 10%-25% of material waste.
These areas include:
- Valleys
- Facets
- Rakes
- Eaves
- Hips
- Flashing
- Dead Valleys
Accessory Types
Roof accessories can include:
- Skylights
- Premium underlayment
- Upgraded hip and ridge caps
- Upgraded pipe boots
Upgrades have a varying impact on the price depending upon what you decide to upgrade and how many upgrades you choose to have on each building.
Tear-off
The tear-off process is the first step of a roof replacement. During the tear-off we remove old shingles, which gives us a better idea of the condition of your roof decking. The additional price can be $30 to $60 per square depending on your roofing contractor, the material that is being removed, and how many layers of roofing material are on the roof. In Myrtle Beach it is less common to see multiple layers of shingles than it is in colder climates.
Are You Ready to Have the Roof Replaced on Your Apartment Complex?
Getting a clear answer about the cost of replacing roofs on an apartment complex in Myrtle Beach can feel like trying to hit a moving target. But now, you’ve got a foundational understanding of how pricing works. From cost per square to other factors like roof pitch, accessories, and building access, you can see how these changes make a difference.
At the start, your biggest concern may have been uncertainty. With this breakdown, you’re now equipped to speak knowledgeably about budget planning and what makes one quote look very different from another — even in the same community.
If you’re in the planning or budgeting stage for your community, your best next step is to use our Instant Estimator Tool to get building-specific pricing. That way, you’re not estimating blindly — you’re projecting accurately.
At Linta Roofing, we’ve helped property managers and HOA boards like yours navigate multifamily roof replacements for over 40 years. Whether you’re still pricing or ready to move forward, we’re here to help make your next step feel confident — not complicated.
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