Roof Pitch Calculator

Calculate roof pitch, angle, and rafter length

Input Measurements

Vertical rise per 12 inches of run
Horizontal run (typically 12 inches)
Horizontal distance from eave to ridge
Common Pitches
3:12 - Low slope
4:12 - Minimum for shingles
6:12 - Standard residential
8:12 - Steep slope
12:12 - 45° angle

Results

Pitch Ratio
6:12
Roof Angle
26.57°
Slope Percentage
50.0%
Rafter Length
26.83 feet
Per 12": 13.42 inches
Pitch Factor
1.118
Multiply base area by this factor
High Slope (6:12 to 9:12)
Recommended: Any roofing material