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How much roofing for a 4,000 sq ft house with 8/12 pitch?

Answer
52.9 squares (159 bundles)
Actual roof area: 5,289 sq ft (with pitch)Includes 10% waste factorEstimated shingle cost: $5,565–$8,745

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How We Calculated This

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

4,000 × pitch factor × 1.10 = 5,289 sq ft. Squares = 52.9. Bundles = 159.

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