Basic
$18 – $36 per sq ft
16 oz cold-rolled copper snap-lock panels on concealed clips over high-temperature synthetic underlayment, copper flashings

Copper (16-20 oz) standing seam roof installed on a residential roof, priced per square foot.
Standing Seam Copper Roof in Washington, District of Columbia typically costs $21 to $42 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 standing seam copper roof.
National average: $20 – $40 per sq ft
$18 – $36 per sq ft
16 oz cold-rolled copper snap-lock panels on concealed clips over high-temperature synthetic underlayment, copper flashings
$21 – $42 per sq ft
16 oz copper panels with 1 in. double-lock mechanically seamed joints on clips, high-temperature underlayment and slip sheet
$26 – $52 per sq ft
20 oz copper double-lock seams on stainless clips, high-temperature ice-and-water membrane, slip sheet, soldered copper flashings
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $9.45 – $19 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $7.28 – $15 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $2.52 – $5.04 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $1.68 – $3.36 | sq ft |
Connect with local standing seam copper roof contractors in Washington for personalized quotes based on your specific project.