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Roof Pitch

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The steepness of a roof expressed as rise over run — the vertical rise in inches for every 12 inches of horizontal run. A 6/12 pitch rises 6 inches per foot of horizontal distance.

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Calculate squares, shingle bundles, and underlayment for pitched roofs. Includes pitch correction for accurate area.

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Related Terms

  • Roofing SquareOne roofing square equals 100 square feet of roof surface. Shingles are typicall