Roof Pitch Calculator Online | Roof Slope Calculator
Calculate roof pitch, slope angle, and rise-to-run ratio with our comprehensive online calculator. Essential for roofing contractors, architects, building inspectors, and DIY homeowners planning roof installations, renovations, or evaluating existing structures for proper drainage and material requirements.
Roof Pitch Calculator
Typical Use Cases
The Roof Pitch Calculator is an indispensable tool for construction professionals and property owners, ensuring accurate roof measurements and proper planning for roofing projects.
- Roofing material quantity estimation
- Drainage system planning
- Snow load calculations
- Solar panel installation planning
- Building code compliance verification
Roof Pitch Formula
- Pitch Ratio: Rise / Run
- Slope Angle: arctan(Rise / Run)
- Roof Area: Run × √(Rise² + Run²)
Professional Guidelines
Important factors to consider when calculating roof pitch:
- Local building codes and minimum pitch requirements
- Climate considerations and snow loads
- Roofing material specifications
- Proper ventilation requirements
Features
- Rise and run measurements
- Pitch ratio calculation
- Slope angle conversion
- Roof area estimation
- Standard pitch references
- Material requirements
- Metric and imperial units
- Visual pitch representation
User Guide
Follow these steps to effectively use the Roof Pitch Calculator:
- 1. Measure the Run: Measure the horizontal distance from wall to roof peak.
- 2. Measure the Rise: Measure the vertical height from wall to roof peak.
- 3. Input Values: Enter measurements in your preferred units.
- 4. Review Results: Get pitch ratio, angle, and area calculations.
Professional Applications
Roofing Contractors
- Material estimation
- Project planning
- Cost calculation
- Safety assessment
Architects
- Design specification
- Code compliance
- Drainage planning
- Energy efficiency
Building Inspectors
- Code verification
- Safety compliance
- Structural assessment
- Documentation