Roofing Squares and Material Estimator
Turn simple ground-level dimensions into a transparent planning estimate before discussing measured quantities with a roofing contractor.
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Estimate roof area and roofing squares
Enter ground-level building dimensions and a uniform roof pitch. For additions, dormers, or sections with different pitches, calculate each rectangle separately.
Planning results
How roofing squares work
Measure the plan
Start with a building footprint and include the overhang. Separate additions or roof sections should be calculated individually.
Apply the pitch factor
Pitch increases the sloped surface compared with the horizontal plan. Different pitches require separate calculations.
Verify ordering units
One roofing square is 100 square feet. Bundle coverage and waste depend on the exact product, layout, roof details, and installer.
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