How many bundles of shingles do I need?
Enter the size of the house and the roof pitch. The pitch is how many inches the roof rises for every 12 inches across.
Shingle bundles
62 bundles
Estimated material cost
Shingle bundles
62 x $$40.00 per bundle
$2,480
Typical store prices before tax and delivery. Change any price to match your store.
How to measure
Measure the length and width of the house at the walls, then the overhang past the wall. Find the pitch with a level and tape, or use the roof pitch calculator.
Tips from the field
- Three bundles of standard shingles cover one square, which is 100 sq ft.
- Includes 10% extra. Hip roofs and roofs with valleys can need 15% or more.
What you'll need
Common questions
How many bundles of shingles make a square?
Three bundles of standard architectural shingles cover one roofing square, which is 100 square feet.
How much waste should I add for shingles?
About 10% for a simple gable roof, and 15% or more for hip roofs and roofs with valleys and dormers.
Does roof pitch change how many shingles I need?
Yes. A steeper roof has more surface area over the same house footprint, so it needs more shingles.
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