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Roofing Calculator

Calculate actual roof surface area, roofing squares, shingle bundles, and underlayment rolls.

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📊 Calculation Results LIVE ESTIMATE
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Total Roofing Squares

📐 Mathematical Formula & Standard

Ground Area = Base Length ft × Base Width ft
Roof Area = Ground Area × Pitch Multiplier × (1 + Waste % / 100)
Roofing Squares = Roof Area ÷ 100
Shingle Bundles = Ceiling(Roofing Squares × 3)

📖 Comprehensive Guide & Pro Estimating Tips

Roofers measure roofs in "Squares" where 1 Square = 100 square feet of roof area. Standard architectural shingles require 3 bundles per square.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many shingle bundles in a square?
There are 3 standard bundles of asphalt shingles in 1 roofing square (100 sq ft).

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