Basic
$11 – $25 per sq ft
16 oz. copper standing-seam panels with single-lock seams, synthetic underlayment, copper drip edge and flashings

Install a copper roof (standing-seam panels or copper shingles) with underlayment, per sq ft of roof.
Copper Roof in Des Moines, Iowa typically costs $13 to $29 per sq ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Des Moines are 3.0% lower than the national average for copper roof.
National average: $14 – $30 per sq ft
$11 – $25 per sq ft
16 oz. copper standing-seam panels with single-lock seams, synthetic underlayment, copper drip edge and flashings
$13 – $29 per sq ft
16 oz. copper standing seam with double-lock seams, high-temperature ice barrier underlayment, copper valley and wall flashings
$17 – $36 per sq ft
20 oz. copper standing seam with double-lock seams, high-temperature underlayment over the full deck, soldered copper flashings
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $5.92 – $13 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $4.90 – $11 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $1.58 – $3.38 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $1.05 – $2.26 | sq ft |
Labor costs in Des Moines run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local copper roof contractors in Des Moines for personalized quotes based on your specific project.