Installation
What is Square (Roofing)?
Roofing Glossary · Installation
Definition
The standard unit of measurement for roofing materials and project pricing equal to 100 square feet of roof surface. A contractor's bid will typically specify cost per square. An average 2,000 sqft home has a roof surface area of approximately 22-25 squares depending on roof pitch and complexity. All major roofing materials are packaged, priced, and ordered by the square.
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