Basic
$12 – $27 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 Washington, District of Columbia typically costs $15 to $31 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 Washington are 5.0% higher than the national average for copper roof.
National average: $14 – $30 per sq ft
$12 – $27 per sq ft
16 oz. copper standing-seam panels with single-lock seams, synthetic underlayment, copper drip edge and flashings
$15 – $31 per sq ft
16 oz. copper standing seam with double-lock seams, high-temperature ice barrier underlayment, copper valley and wall flashings
$18 – $39 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 | $6.62 – $14 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $5.10 – $11 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $1.76 – $3.78 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $1.18 – $2.52 | sq ft |
Connect with local copper roof contractors in Washington for personalized quotes based on your specific project.