Can I use my home’s square footage to order roofing materials?

• <div><p>No, you can’t use your home’s square footage. You have to calculate your roof’s square footage, and then you may have to convert your square footage measurement to correspond with how the roofing material is measured. For instance, some roofing is sold in “squares,” which equals the total square footage of the roof divided by 100. Shingles are sold in bundles that may not correspond to the number of squares you need. Metal roofing is sold as sheets, so determine the amount of square feet each panel will cover and then divide the total square footage by the coverage area.</p></div>

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Q: Can I hang rafters without a birdsmouth cut?

• <div><p>Some people prefer to use connectors consisting of galvanized metal to replace the birdsmouth cuts on the rafter board. Common names for these metal pieces include hurricane ties and variable-pitch connectors. Making birdsmouth cuts is more cost-effective than purchasing these connectors for each rafter. However, because making large birdsmouth cuts to accommodate extra-wide exterior walls can weaken the rafter, a connector may be the better option in some cases.</p></div>

Q: Should you replace a roof before moving?

• <div><p>You only need to replace a roof before moving if it&rsquo;s extremely old or has more than just a couple minor damages. For instance, leaks, uplifted shingles, or obvious holes are issues no one wants to deal with right when they move in, and will automatically repel potential buyers that might have otherwise been interested. </p></div>

Q: Can I use my home’s square footage to order roofing materials?

• <div><p>No, you can&rsquo;t use your home&rsquo;s square footage. You have to calculate your roof&rsquo;s square footage, and then you may have to convert your square footage measurement to correspond with how the roofing material is measured. For instance, some roofing is sold in &ldquo;squares,&rdquo; which equals the total square footage of the roof divided by 100. Shingles are sold in bundles that may not correspond to the number of squares you need. Metal roofing is sold as sheets, so determine the amount of square feet each panel will cover and then divide the total square footage by the coverage area.</p></div>

Q: What happens if you don’t stagger shingles?

• <div><p>Asphalt shingles have varying thicknesses across the length, so failing to stagger shingles from one row to the next will leave you with bulges and bumps if the thicker sections stack on top of each other. Not only is this unappealing, but it increases the risk of water intrusion. Stagger each new row by 6 inches to avoid this issue.</p></div>

Q: Do roofers replace vent pipes?

• <div><p>Roofers don&rsquo;t typically replace vent pipes themselves, but they do handle the flashing and seals around vent pipes when working on a roof. During a roof replacement or repair, roofers inspect the vent pipe flashing for damage, replace deteriorated seals, and ensure the pipe is properly integrated into the roofing system to prevent leaks. If the vent pipe itself is cracked or damaged, a plumber is usually required to replace it, while the roofer ensures the roofing components around the pipe remain watertight. </p></div>

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Last update on December 01, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
I would highly recommend Diamond Roofing and solar. They are very professional and explained all aspects of the shingle and gutter repair/replacement. All the personnel were respectful which set my mind at ease. Before hiring them, they came out and inspected the job explaining everything and...
Diamond Roofing and Solar, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Working with Anthony was a great experience. He was prompt, friendly, and very meticulous with his work. He and Tyler put on our metal roof and snow guards. There were some tricky angles, but he figured them out with no problem and it looks great. We asked him if he would also put Versetta stone...
Peace by peace
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Reviewed in May 2020
It went very good and he roof setting was completely satisfactory job.
Ace Handyman Services Southeast Wisconsin
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Reviewed in June 2014
I answered an personal ad on a local garage-sale site. This young man works by himself, trying to get business up and running as a self-employed roofer. He beat me to the two sites I needed inspected! I was on time, he was early. We had a pretty good hail storm, and I needed to know if two...
Shamrock Roofing
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Reviewed in February 2014
At first, it was looking pretty good. The materials were good quality. However, the clean-up was poor, with nails, and paper trash left on the ground, and strings left hanging from the roof. The furnace in the attic was not covered before the work and ended up with lots of sawdust and other...
Sprague Construction Roofing, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
My husband called Miller roofing and asked them to come and give us an estimate. Joe Miller call him back right back and set up a day to do the estimate. Joe Miller came that day did the estimate, He told us when he would be able to do the work and he came that day and started and had it done in...
Miller Roofing & Contracting
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Reviewed in September 2012
Had some hail damage on an already old roof. Called a couple other companies, who either didn't call back, or didn't show up for the estimate when they said they would. Called Jason. He showed up, did the estimate, told me he could not start right away, as he had some other clients whose...
A-1 Ready Roofing
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Reviewed in December 2009
Roofers were available when we needed them, and had the entire project finished in 2 and a half days. Unlike the other roofers we spoke with, they stuck to their estimate--no additional costs.
Woodworks West
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