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Roof Area Calculator

Estimate true sloped roof area from plan footprint and roof pitch.

Step 1: Units

Step 2

Enter project measurements

Use decimals if needed (e.g. 3.5).

Step 3

How to use this calculator

Enter footprint area and pitch value to calculate total roof surface.

What the math is doing

Identical slope factor math as the roofing calculator.

Frequently asked questions

Measured plans?

Use plane areas from CAD if available.

Multi-level?

Sum each roof level.

Parapet walls?

Exclude wall tops unless they receive roofing.

Drip edge?

Linear feet of perimeter is separate.

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