Roofing Calculator

A roofing calculator can help you figure out how many roofing tiles or shingles you will need and how much they will cost. You can find these calculators on the Internet, available for free use. It is so easy to use these online calculators. First, you enter the square footage of your roof. Then, you may be asked your roof pitch. Press submit, and you will be given the actual square feet of your house and the number of squares you need for your roof. A square is the measurement in which shingles are sold.

A square equals 100 square feet of shingles. An easy way to calculate squares needed is figure out the square footage of your roof and divide it by 100. You should always purchase at least ten percent worth of extra shingles to account for mistakes, damaged pieces and future repairs. A roofing calculator can give you a good estimate, although you really won't know the total cost until you obtain estimates from contractors. Installing a new roof is something best left to the professionals. The cost charged by a contractor will depend on the type of roof you want and the company you choose to install it.

The most inexpensive type of roofing shingle is asphalt. However many consumers are looking for a better choice because asphalt is not eco-friendly and may be prone to scarring when exposed to high heat. Metal is a much more eco-friendly choice and does not suffer damage when exposed to high heat. Although the cost of metal roofing is often more, the labor may be less because metal is lighter than asphalt. Metal roofing lasts a long time and comes in many different varieties such as copper, aluminum, tin and stainless steel.

A roofing calculator is a good place to start when determining what you can afford and what you need. After getting an initial figure with one of these calculators, contact several contractors for estimates. Many contractors will do free onsite estimates in an attempt to get your business. Always make sure the contractor you choose is properly licensed and insured, and can provide you with references from previous customers who have used the company for their roofing needs.



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