Do dome roof cost more to shingle?
Yes, because your labor cost is higher. You have to move ladders and scaffolding more often when shingling. You are constantly hauling shingles up ladders. However, it is cheaper to shingle than to apply siding and trim. Since the dome has so much roof area, the total cost to “cover” the exterior shell is comparable to a similar sized conventional home when counting the shingles and siding together. And, the shingles on a dome will require NO maintenance or upkeep for their 35 to 50 year life.
