Metal Roof Calculator

Step-by-Step Guide to Using the Metal Roof Calculator

Introduction

The Metal Roof Calculator is designed to assist you in estimating the cost of a metal roofing project based on several key parameters. This guide will walk you through the process of using the calculator and understanding the output results.

Step 1: Input Roof Dimensions

Begin by entering the dimensions of your roof:

• Roof Length: Input the length of your roof in feet. This field is required and accepts values between 1 and 1000, with increments of 0.1.
• Roof Width: Input the width of your roof in feet. This field is also required and accepts values between 1 and 1000, with increments of 0.1.

Step 2: Select the Roof Pitch

Select the pitch of your roof from the dropdown menu. The pitch is a measure of the steepness of your roof and is crucial for calculating the actual roof area. Please choose from the available options, which range from a 1/12 pitch (approx. 4.76 degrees) to a 10/12 pitch (approx. 39.81 degrees).

Step 3: Choose the Metal Panel Type

Select your preferred type of metal panel for the roofing project. Each option has a different cost per square foot, so choose the one that best fits your budget and requirements:

• Standing Seam ($4.50/sq ft)
• Corrugated ($3.50/sq ft)
• R-Panel ($4.00/sq ft)
• Stone Coated ($5.00/sq ft)

Step 4: Select Waste Percentage

Choose an appropriate waste percentage for your project, which accounts for additional material required due to roof complexity and cutting:

• 10% for a simple roof
• 15% for average complexity
• 20% for a complex roof

Understanding the Results

After entering all the necessary information and selections, the calculator will provide the following results:

• Actual Roof Area: This is the total area of your roof calculated by multiplying the roof length, width, and roof pitch.
• Total Roof Area (including waste): This is the actual roof area multiplied by the waste percentage to give the total area including waste.
• Material Cost: Calculated by multiplying the total roof area (including waste) by the cost per square foot of the selected panel type. Provides the estimated cost of materials in USD.
• Labor Cost (estimated): Estimated by multiplying the total roof area (including waste) by $3.50 per square foot for labor, expressed in USD.
• Total Project Cost: The sum of material and labor costs, giving you the overall project cost in USD.
• Cost Per Square Foot: Total Project Cost divided by the Actual Roof Area, giving you an average cost per square foot in USD.

By following these steps and understanding the output, you will be able to accurately estimate the cost of your metal roofing project using the Metal Roof Calculator.