Replacing a few blown-off, cracked or curled shingles usually costs $150 to $700, according to Fixr, which calls it the most affordable kind of roof repair. HomeAdvisor says replacing broken shingles can cost as little as $150, and This Old House gives a wider range of $50 to $800 for shingle damage. The shingles themselves are cheap: a bundle costs $25 to $40. Most of what you pay is the roofer's trip, setup and time on the roof, which is why fixing one shingle costs nearly as much as fixing five.
What a small shingle repair costs
| Source | What it prices | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fixr, updated January 21, 2026 | Replacing damaged or missing shingles | $150 to $700 |
| Fixr, roof leak repair, updated January 27, 2026 | Missing or damaged shingles as the cause of a leak | $150 to $450 in most cases |
| HomeAdvisor, updated June 19, 2026 | Replacing broken shingles | from $150 |
| This Old House, updated March 5, 2026 | Shingle damage | $50 to $800 |
| Fixr, updated January 21, 2026 | Any repair on an asphalt shingle roof | $150 to $1,500 |
HomeAdvisor puts the average shingle repair at $975, and says the bill can be much lower when only a few missing or broken shingles are replaced. That average includes larger jobs, so treat the ranges above as the better guide to a handful of shingles. For every other kind of roof repair, from flashing to decking, see our guide to roof repair cost.
Price per shingle and per bundle
Shingles are sold by the bundle, not one at a time.
| Figure | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Price of a bundle of shingles | $25 to $35 | HomeAdvisor, attic fan cost guide, updated June 20, 2026 |
| Price of a pack of basic shingles | $30 to $40 | This Old House, updated March 5, 2026 |
| Bundles per square (100 square feet) | 3 | CertainTeed Landmark product data sheet |
| Shingles per square | 65 | CertainTeed Landmark product data sheet |
| Coverage per square | about 98.4 square feet | CertainTeed Landmark product data sheet |
From those figures, one bundle of that laminated shingle holds about 22 shingles and covers about 33 square feet, so each shingle costs roughly $1.15 to $1.85 in material. That is our own arithmetic from the sources above, and the count per bundle differs by product, so check the wrapper of the shingle on your roof.
The point of the arithmetic: materials are a small share of a small repair. This Old House's 2026 homeowner survey found that 65% of respondents said labor was the largest part of their project cost. Fixr puts roofers' labor at $50 to $120 an hour. HomeAdvisor gives $45 to $85 an hour for roofing work on its attic fan page.
Why there is a minimum charge
A roofer has to drive out, set up ladders and safety gear, climb the roof, find a matching shingle and clean up, whether one shingle or six is replaced. A roofer may set a minimum charge for that reason, so ask about it before the visit. None of the national cost guides we read publishes a single figure for it; their lowest prices are close together, with Fixr saying minor work such as a single shingle can cost as little as $100, and HomeAdvisor starting at $150.
Two ways to get more for the minimum:
- Have everything looked at on one visit. A loose vent boot, a lifted shingle on another slope and a gutter pulled away can often go on the same ticket.
- Ask what the minimum covers. For example, whether it includes a set amount of time or a set number of shingles before extra charges start.
How a missing shingle should be replaced
Knowing the steps helps you judge a price and check the work. Shingles overlap, so the nails for one shingle sit under the shingle above it. The asphalt roofing manufacturers' association, ARMA, says in its residential manual that a damaged shingle is removed by pulling the nails from it and from the shingle directly above, fitting a new shingle, nailing it, and then hand sealing both.
- Hand sealing. ARMA says the factory adhesive on self-sealing shingles is activated by the sun's heat. Lifting a shingle to reach the nails can break that bond, which is why both shingles get sealed by hand. ARMA describes hand sealing with asphalt roofing cement: two spots about the size of a quarter under each tab of a 3-tab shingle, and four spots on a laminated shingle, following the maker's own instructions.
- Nails. Owens Corning's instructions for its Duration shingles call for corrosion-resistant roofing nails driven at least 3/4 inch into the wood deck, or all the way through it.
- Cold weather. The same instructions say that below 40°F, shingles on the edges of the roof must be hand sealed with four 1-inch dabs of asphalt cement, because the adhesive strip may not activate in the cold.
A repair that leaves new shingles resting loose, with no seal, is the kind the next strong wind can lift.
Wind ratings, and why repaired shingles come off again
Shingle packages list wind classes from lab tests. CertainTeed's Landmark data sheet, for example, lists ASTM D3161 Class F and ASTM D7158 Class H. Our guide to architectural vs 3-tab shingles explains what each class means and why the wind warranty matters more than the rating.
What decides whether a shingle stays on is its seal. IBHS, the insurance industry's research institute, says the strength of the seal between shingles is the most important factor in how self-sealing shingles perform in high wind. It adds that ARMA recommends hand sealing on slopes steeper than 12 in 12 or when shingles go on in very cold weather. In September 2026, IBHS reported on ten years of weathering rated shingles on test roofs: unsealing was the main factor behind wind damage, many products did well early, and performance generally fell between years five and ten, at very different rates from one product to another.
What that means for a repair:
- Start at the edges. NRCA, the roofing contractors' association, says most wind damage begins at a roof's edges and grows with each storm. Ask the roofer to check the eaves, rakes and ridge as well as the bare spot.
- Check the neighbors. On an older roof that keeps losing shingles, ask whether the shingles around the gap are still sealed. If many have let go, replacing the missing ones will not stop the next loss.
Matching old shingles
New shingles next to weathered ones rarely look identical. ARMA says color variation is most noticeable on dark shingles. If your shingle line is no longer made, there may be no exact match at all. Look in the garage for a leftover bundle from the original job, and ask the roofer to hold a replacement against the roof before nailing it. Our guide to whether to repair or replace your roof covers mismatched and discontinued shingles, and how insurers handle them, in detail.
When a patch becomes a section or a new roof
A few shingles is a patch. Once the damage covers a whole area, roofers price it by the square, and the numbers climb quickly. Fixr puts roof repair at $350 to $1,100 per square and $3.50 to $11 per square foot.
| Situation | What it usually becomes |
|---|---|
| A few shingles missing or cracked in one spot, the rest of the roof lying flat | A spot repair |
| Many shingles lifted or missing on one slope, or a mismatch you can see from the street | Reroofing that slope, priced by the square |
| Shingles curled, brittle or unsealed across several slopes, or repeated losses after every storm | Pricing a full replacement beside the repair |
Fixr's rule of thumb is to repair when the repair costs less than half of a replacement and the roof has more than half of its life left. For what a whole roof costs, see our guide to roof replacement cost, and for the signs of a worn-out roof, signs you need a new roof.
After a storm
If the shingles came off in a storm, photograph the damage from the ground before anything is moved, cover any opening with a tarp if water is getting in, and call your insurer before you sign a repair contract. A repair of a few shingles may cost less than your deductible, so ask your insurer how your deductible works before you file. Our guides to storm damage, emergency roof repair and roof insurance claims cover the rest. This page is general information, not insurance advice.
Frequently asked questions
Can I replace a shingle myself?
The steps are simple, but the work is on a roof. NRCA advises homeowners to leave roof repairs to a professional in all but extreme situations, and to avoid spreading coatings or cement that hide the evidence a roofer needs. If you do it yourself anyway, follow the shingle maker's nailing and sealing instructions printed on the bundle.
Why does replacing one shingle cost more than $100?
The shingle costs a dollar or two. The price covers the trip, the ladder and safety setup, finding a matching shingle, lifting and resealing the shingles around it, and cleanup.
Can I buy a single shingle?
Shingles are normally sold by the bundle. A bundle of a laminated shingle holds about 22, by our arithmetic from CertainTeed's figures, so keep the extras for the next repair.
Should the roofer seal the shingles around the repair?
Yes. ARMA's manual calls for hand sealing both the new shingle and the one above it, because the upper shingle has to be lifted to reach the nails.
Is a curled shingle worth replacing?
A single curled shingle can be replaced. This Old House says repairing a curled shingle works best while it is still flexible, and a brittle or cracking shingle is better replaced. Curling across the whole roof is a sign of age; see signs you need a new roof.
How we got these numbers
HomeAnvil does not yet publish price data of its own. Every figure and claim on this page comes from a published source, read on September 27, 2026:
- Fixr, roof repair cost, updated January 21, 2026: the $150 to $700 range for shingles, asphalt shingle repairs, per-square and per-square-foot repair prices, labor per hour and the half-cost rule of thumb.
- Fixr, roof leak repair cost, updated January 27, 2026: shingle leaks at $150 to $450 and minor work from $100.
- HomeAdvisor, roof repair cost, updated June 19, 2026: broken shingles from $150 and the $975 average shingle repair.
- HomeAdvisor, attic fan installation cost, updated June 20, 2026: shingles at $25 to $35 a bundle and roofing labor per hour.
- This Old House, cost of roof repair, updated March 5, 2026: shingle damage at $50 to $800, basic shingles at $30 to $40 a pack and its labor survey.
- This Old House, fixing damaged roof shingles, updated April 7, 2026: curled and brittle shingles.
- CertainTeed, Landmark product data sheet: shingles and bundles per square, coverage and wind classes.
- ARMA, Residential Asphalt Roofing Manual, 2014 edition: replacing a damaged shingle and hand sealing. ARMA, variations in color appearance, April 8, 2024: color variation on dark shingles.
- Owens Corning, Duration series installation instructions: nails and cold-weather hand sealing.
- IBHS, wind uplift of asphalt shingles: seal strength and ARMA's hand-sealing recommendation. IBHS, asphalt shingle wind performance after 10 years of aging, September 22, 2026.
- NRCA, roof repair after strong winds: wind damage starting at the edges and leaving repairs to a professional.
- The shingles per bundle, coverage per bundle and price per shingle are our own arithmetic from the figures above.
We looked for a published national figure for a roofer's minimum service charge and did not find one, so this page gives the lowest reported prices instead. We will update this page when these sources publish new figures, and the date above will say when.
Related guides
How much does a roof repair cost?Most roof repairs cost $395 to $1,967, about $1,173 on average. Prices by problem: shingles, flashing, leaks, decking, vents, fascia and sagging.
Storm damage to your roof: how to tell and what to doWind damage usually starts at a roof's edges. How to spot lifted, creased and missing shingles and debris damage, and what to do in the first 72 hours.
How does a roof insurance claim work after a storm?Insurance usually pays for sudden wind or hail damage, not wear. Wind/hail deductibles often run 1% to 5% of your home's insured value. How a claim works.
Should you repair or replace your roof?Most roof repairs cost $395 to $1,967; a replacement typically costs $5,900 to $13,400. How age, damage, layers and repair history decide which one you need.
Are architectural shingles worth it over 3-tab shingles?Architectural shingles start near $3.50 a square foot against $1.50 for 3-tab, last about 30 years instead of 20, and carry longer warranties.
Roofing emergency: what to do and who should tarp itAn open roof or active leak needs a tarp, not a repair. Emergency tarping costs $150 to $3,300, about $450 on average (HomeAdvisor). Safety, receipts, the fix.