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How much roofing for a 1,500 sq ft house with 4/12 pitch?

Answer
17.4 squares (53 bundles)
Actual roof area: 1,739 sq ft (with pitch)Includes 10% waste factorEstimated shingle cost: $1,855–$2,915

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How We Calculated This

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

1,500 × pitch factor × 1.10 = 1,739 sq ft. Squares = 17.4. Bundles = 53.

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