Roof measurement in Virginia Beach, VA
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any Virginia Beach address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
Virginia Beach roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach roof
Material-only prices for a 2,150 sq ft roof, adjusted to Virginia’s price level (100 vs. U.S. 100) and including a typical waste allowance. Labor, tear-off, disposal and tax are extra.
| Material | Per square (VA) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $110–$171 | 10% | $2,600–$4,050 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $85–$141 | 10% | $2,000–$3,300 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $130–$211 | 10% | $3,100–$5,000 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $251–$452 | 14% | $6,150–$11,050 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $351–$652 | 13% | $8,550–$15,850 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $301–$602 | 12% | $7,250–$14,500 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $301–$703 | 15% | $7,450–$17,350 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $502–$1,204 | 15% | $12,400–$29,800 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $151–$301 | 10% | $3,550–$7,100 | 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 — Virginia Beach
How big is a typical roof in Virginia Beach?
The median home footprint we map near central Virginia Beach is about 1,920 sq ft (middle half: 1,659–2,422 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 2,150 sq ft of roof surface, or 22 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers Virginia Beach?
Roofs in Virginia Beach are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2015 survey (dataset USGS_LPC_VA_Norfolk_2013_LAS_2015). LiDAR is a snapshot from the flight date — newer construction may not be visible yet.
How much do roofing materials cost in Virginia?
Material prices in Virginia run about 0% above the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical Virginia Beach roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $2,600–$4,050 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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