Metal Roof Material Estimator

Get labor installation estimates per square panel sheet gauge or square foot.

Metal roof material estimator.

A low slope roof is anywhere from 2 in 12 to 4 in 12. Homeadvisor s metal roof cost guide calculates average roofing material prices for metal shingles tin steel aluminum corrogated metal interelock galvalume and more. Anything more than 9 in 12 is considered steep. The following tools estimate the area of a roof as well as the amount of materials necessary to construct a roof of a given area.

The house base area is the area of land that the house covers and for more complex shapes can be estimated using the area calculator. Steeper sloped roofs are considered more aesthetically pleasing and last longer. Estimating the amount of metal roofing materials you need starts with estimating the square footage of the roof itself. The metal roof length calculator calculates the distance from peak to trim so add the length you want the roof metal to extend beyond the eave trim.

For instance a 38 panel will have an effective coverage width of 36. A metal roof is one of the most durable material options for your home. Installation prices vary by state see regional details below. When ordering supplies it is important to estimate materials correctly to allow for an efficient installation process.

On the low end you can install steel corrugated metal panels for about 4 5 6 per square foot includes labor and materials this will be followed by steel shingles at 7 2 7 5 per. A 12 in 12 roof can cost up to 50 more than a 4 in 12 roof.