Roof measurement in Madison, WI
Your first roof estimate before you climb — roof area, pitch and squares for any Madison address, measured from aerial LiDAR.
Preliminary measurement from public aerial LiDAR · U.S. addresses · No sign-up
Madison roofs at a glance
Footprint statistics: residential-size buildings (600–6,000 sq ft) within ~2 km of the Madison 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 Madison roof
Material-only prices for a 1,750 sq ft roof, adjusted to Wisconsin’s price level (94 vs. U.S. 100) and including a typical waste allowance. Labor, tear-off, disposal and tax are extra.
| Material | Per square (WI) | Waste | Typical roof, material only | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural shingles | $104–$160 | 10% | $2,000–$3,100 | 25–30 yrs |
| 3-tab shingles | $80–$132 | 10% | $1,550–$2,550 | 15–20 yrs |
| Impact-resistant shingles (Class 4) | $123–$198 | 10% | $2,350–$3,800 | 30–40 yrs |
| Standing seam metal (steel) | $236–$424 | 14% | $4,700–$8,450 | 40–70 yrs |
| Stone-coated steel | $330–$613 | 13% | $6,550–$12,100 | 40–70 yrs |
| Metal shingles | $283–$566 | 12% | $5,550–$11,100 | 40–60 yrs |
| Concrete tile | $283–$660 | 15% | $5,700–$13,300 | 40–50 yrs |
| Clay tile | $472–$1,132 | 15% | $9,500–$22,800 | 50–100 yrs |
| TPO membrane | $141–$283 | 10% | $2,700–$5,450 | 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 — Madison
How big is a typical roof in Madison?
The median home footprint we map near central Madison is about 1,570 sq ft (middle half: 1,173–2,148 sq ft). At a common 6/12 pitch that is roughly 1,750 sq ft of roof surface, or 18 squares before waste.
What LiDAR data covers Madison?
Roofs in Madison are measured from the USGS 3D Elevation Program (3DEP), 2017 survey (dataset WI_DaneCo_2017). LiDAR is a snapshot from the flight date — newer construction may not be visible yet.
How much do roofing materials cost in Wisconsin?
Material prices in Wisconsin run about 6% below the U.S. average (BEA Regional Price Parities, goods). For the typical Madison roof, architectural shingles come to roughly $2,000–$3,100 in material only, before labor and tear-off.
Can I measure a roof in Madison 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 Madison
Every facet, ridge, hip and valley, material quote and a branded PDF — in the RoofTap iPhone app.
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