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How much roofing for a 5,000 sq ft house with 7/12 pitch?

Answer
63.7 squares (192 bundles)
Actual roof area: 6,369 sq ft (with pitch)Includes 10% waste factorEstimated shingle cost: $6,720–$10,560

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How We Calculated This

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

5,000 × pitch factor × 1.10 = 6,369 sq ft. Squares = 63.7. Bundles = 192.

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