Which benchmark fits San Mateo County?
Cost vs. Value doesn't publish a San Mateo figure. Its San Francisco market and Pacific region bracket most Peninsula bids for the same defined 30-square job:
| Benchmark market (Cost vs. Value 2025) | Asphalt shingle reroof | Metal reroof |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $38,289 | $64,936 |
| Pacific region | $36,391 | $62,152 |
| U.S. national average | $31,871 | $51,865 |
What makes one Peninsula roof cost more than another?
Roof shape. Simple gable roofs on Daly City and South San Francisco tracts go faster than hip roofs with dormers in Burlingame or Hillsborough.
Low-slope sections. Mid-century homes in places like the San Mateo Highlands often have nearly flat roofs that need a membrane and careful drainage.
Hillside access. Steep driveways in Belmont, San Carlos and Pacifica slow loading and debris removal.
Solar. Removal and reinstall is a separate line item.
Decking. Older tracts sometimes have spaced board sheathing that must be covered or replaced; get a per-sheet price in the bid.
What about the permit?
Each city sets its own fee, and we haven't verified a published reroof amount for any Peninsula city yet. Ask your roofer to include it.
How do I keep the price honest?
Get two or three written bids with the same scope. The legal down payment limit is $1,000 or 10%, whichever is less (B&P 7159.5).
Every roofer we work with is licensed, insured and highly reviewed by Bay Area homeowners.
Get a free replacement quoteFrequently asked questions
Is a Daly City roof cheaper than one in Hillsborough?
Often, because simple tract roofs are faster to replace than large, complex roofs. Size and shape matter more than the city.
Why is my mid-century home's quote higher than a neighbor's?
Low-slope sections need membranes, insulation choices and drainage work that a shingle roof doesn't.
Does solar removal add much?
It's a separate line item. Ask each roofer whether they or a solar company handle it.
Sources
Sources reviewed November 11, 2026. Figures are published estimates and official fees, not quotes. Confirm prices, permits and requirements with your contractor and building department. This page is general information, not legal or insurance advice.