[Porsche-O-Phile]

$300/sq sounds about right using the Boston area as a basis of comparison. There is a very wide spectrum of work quality in roofing - you may not want to go with the lowest bid you receive. I'd do some homework on all the outfits you receive bids from and find some objective testimonials. Talk with a few developers and see who they recommend.

They're very busy up here and bid prices have started to reflect it. Escalation is creeping up running 3-5% per annum depending on which estimator you talk to). Whether or not it'll actually "stick" is anyone's guess however. I think if there's one more solid year of construction activity you're going to see a dramatic increase in bid prices so you may want to target now or next spring (early) to have it done. Of course if you think the economy is going to crater then you could wait and get it done for a song later too... Depends on how much risk you want to take and how urgently it's needed.