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How much roofing for a 5,000 sq ft house with 8/12 pitch?

Answer
66.1 squares (199 bundles)
Actual roof area: 6,611 sq ft (with pitch)Includes 10% waste factorEstimated shingle cost: $6,965–$10,945

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How We Calculated This

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

5,000 × pitch factor × 1.10 = 6,611 sq ft. Squares = 66.1. Bundles = 199.

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Calculated using verified formulas. Last updated March 2026.