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How much roofing for a 3,000 sq ft house with 5/12 pitch?

Answer
35.7 squares (108 bundles)
Actual roof area: 3,574 sq ft (with pitch)Includes 10% waste factorEstimated shingle cost: $3,780–$5,940

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How We Calculated This

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

3,000 × pitch factor × 1.10 = 3,574 sq ft. Squares = 35.7. Bundles = 108.

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