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How much roofing for a 1,000 sq ft house with 4/12 pitch?

Answer
11.6 squares (35 bundles)
Actual roof area: 1,159 sq ft (with pitch)Includes 10% waste factorEstimated shingle cost: $1,225–$1,925

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How We Calculated This

Squares = (Footprint × Pitch Multiplier × 1.10) / 100

1,000 × pitch factor × 1.10 = 1,159 sq ft. Squares = 11.6. Bundles = 35.

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