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24×36 Standing Seam Metal Roof Cost in Birmingham, AL (2026)

A 24×36 standing seam metal roof in Birmingham, AL costs about $18,149 turnkey in 2026 ($14.27 per sq. ft. of roof). Here's the itemized breakdown of materials, site prep and labor, using local crew rates.

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Metal Roofing Materials
$8,289
24-ga standing seam panels, trim, underlayment & clips
= Rows 3–7 below, materials only
Tear-Off & Deck Prep
$1,865
Remove old roof, haul-off & deck repairs
= Rows 1–2 below, installed price
Turnkey Installed Total
$18,149
$14.27 per sq. ft. of roof
Complete re-roof by a local licensed roofer
= All rows below, installed price
A fair bid from a local builder in Birmingham, AL should land between $16,697 and $19,964. Get 3 quotes, and if one is far outside this range, ask why.

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Itemized cost breakdown

#ItemQuantityMaterialsLaborInstalled
1Tear-off & disposal (1 layer)Remove shingles & felt, dumpster, magnet sweep12.7 squares$396$920$1,579
2Roof deck repair allowanceReplace up to 8% of decking, re-nail to code4 sheets$93$145$286
3High-temp synthetic underlaymentIce & water shield at eaves/valleys + synthetic field12.7 squares$520$393$1,096
424-ga standing seam panels16" wide panels, mechanical seam, SMP finish12.7 squares$5,753$3,417$11,004
5Ridge, eave, rake & valley trimMatching trim, Z-closures, flashing168 lf$1,226$693$2,303
6Panel clips, pancake screws & sealantDetails in the spec sheet🔒 Included in $19 spec sheet$346$196$650
7Pipe boots, vented ridge & chimney flashingDetails in the spec sheet🔒 Included in $19 spec sheet$444$310$905
8Permit & final inspectionDetails in the spec sheet🔒 Included in $19 spec sheet$272$0$326
Turnkey total$9,050$6,074$18,149
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Prices use 2026 material costs and typical local crew rates. Site work, custom options and material price swings can move your final price.

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Common questions

How much does a 24×36 Standing Seam Metal Roof cost in Birmingham, AL?

About $18,149 fully built by a local crew in 2026, or roughly $8,289 for the materials kit alone. Most fair bids land between $16,697 and $19,964.

What drives the price up or down?

Site prep (slope, soil, driveway access), floor choice, doors and insulation, and local labor rates. Lumber and steel prices also move a few percent a year.

Do I need a permit?

Most counties require a building permit for structures over 200 sq ft. Call your county building department with your size and location before you order materials.

How do I make sure I'm getting a fair quote?

Get at least 3 itemized bids for the same spec. Compare them line by line against this breakdown and ask about anything far above or below it.

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