Roof measurement in Jersey City, NJ
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any Jersey City address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
Jersey City roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the Jersey City centre point in our building database. Roof area assumes a 6/12 pitch for illustration — your roof is measured from its own LiDAR.
Roofing material costs for a typical Jersey City roof
Material-only prices for a 2,000 sq ft roof, adjusted to New Jersey’s price level (107 vs. U.S. 100) and including a typical waste allowance. Labor, tear-off, disposal and tax are extra.
| Material | Per square (NJ) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $118–$182 | 10% | $2,600–$4,000 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $91–$150 | 10% | $2,000–$3,300 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $139–$225 | 10% | $3,050–$4,950 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $268–$482 | 14% | $6,100–$11,000 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $375–$696 | 13% | $8,450–$15,750 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $321–$642 | 12% | $7,200–$14,400 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $321–$749 | 15% | $7,400–$17,250 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $535–$1,285 | 15% | $12,300–$29,550 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $161–$321 | 10% | $3,550–$7,050 | 20–30 yrs |
Planning prices as of 2026-10; not a supplier quote. Measure the actual address above for your roof’s own area and pitch. How we price materials →
Roof measurement FAQ — Jersey City
How big is a typical roof in Jersey City?
The median home footprint we map near central Jersey City is about 1,776 sq ft (middle half: 1,271–3,076 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 2,000 sq ft of roof surface, or 20 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers Jersey City?
Roofs in Jersey City are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2015 survey (dataset USGS_Lidar_Point_Cloud_NJ_SdL5_2014_LAS_2015). LiDAR is a snapshot from the flight date — newer construction may not be visible yet.
How much do roofing materials cost in New Jersey?
Material prices in New Jersey run about 7% above the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical Jersey City roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $2,600–$4,000 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in Jersey City without climbing it?
Yes — type the address above for a free preliminary measurement. For a full 3D report with every facet, ridge, hip and valley, use the RoofTap iPhone app. Always verify on site before ordering.
Full 3D roof reports in Jersey City
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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