Key points
- Request one local estimate match
- Compare up to three proposals
- Check scope before price
- Print or save without an account
Choose the right path
What kind of roof estimate do you need?
I need a roof estimate
Tell us what is happening with the roof and enter the property ZIP. There is no fee or obligation to request a local match.
Request a local estimate matchI need a budget range
Use the repair or replacement cost guide for planning figures. They can help frame a budget, but they are not contractor quotes for your property.
I already have estimates
Use the private worksheet to compare the written scope, allowances, payment terms, and exclusions before choosing.
Open the comparison worksheet
Compare scope before total price
Start with measured roof area, tear-off layers, named roofing system, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, disposal, and permit responsibility. A lower total may reflect less work rather than better value.
Turn vague allowances into unit prices
Decking and concealed repairs may not be known until tear-off, but the proposal can still state an included allowance, unit price, documentation method, and authorization process. Record those terms before signing.
Check identity and responsibility
Match the contractor name to the current Maryland Home Improvement Commission record. Identify who pulls any required permit, who performs the work, how change orders are approved, and who provides workmanship coverage.
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Compare three roofing estimates
Type directly into the table. Your entries stay on this page and are not sent to us.
| Scope checkpoint | Estimate 1 | Estimate 2 | Estimate 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contractor / businessExact name on the proposal | |||
| MHIC licenseNumber and current status | |||
| Measured roof areaSquares or square feet | |||
| Total proposed priceInclude known taxes and fees | |||
| Tear-offLayers and disposal included | |||
| Roofing systemManufacturer and product line | |||
| UnderlaymentType and coverage | |||
| FlashingNew, reused, or excluded | |||
| VentilationExisting or proposed changes | |||
| Decking allowanceIncluded quantity and unit price | |||
| Permit responsibilityWho confirms and obtains it | |||
| Property protectionLandscaping, siding, driveway | |||
| CleanupDebris and magnetic sweep | |||
| Workmanship coverageProvider, term, limitations | |||
| Payment scheduleDeposit and milestones | |||
| Important exclusionsAnything not included |
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Maryland contract check
Before you sign or pay a deposit
Compare one proposed roofing contract with Maryland MHIC requirements. Your selections stay in this browser and are not transmitted.
Missing an item does not automatically decide whether a contract is enforceable. Pause before signing or paying, ask the contractor to explain or correct the document, and compare it with the official guidance. This tool is educational, not legal advice.
No contract text, selections, contact details, cookies, or visitor IDs are stored.
Questions homeowners ask
How do I get a roof estimate in Waldorf, MD?+
Use the request form on this page and describe the roofing need and property ZIP. A site coordinator is alerted as soon as it arrives, puts active leaks first, and follows up by phone or email within one business day. Before your details are shared, we check the current MHIC record for the potential provider.
Does this worksheet recommend the lowest bid?+
No. It exposes scope differences so you can evaluate price, completeness, experience, contract terms, and evidence together.
Does the site store what I type?+
No. Worksheet entries remain in the current browser page and are not transmitted to this site. Refreshing or closing the page clears them unless you print or save a PDF.
Should every roof estimate include the same materials?+
Not necessarily, but each proposal should name its system and scope clearly enough for you to understand and compare the differences.