Measure Roof Pitch - Sipe Roofing and General Contracting
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There are several methods of measuring roof pitch, however the most popular method is to utilize an appropriate level. Simply raise the level till it is at your roof's edge. Then, mark the area at which the level reaches the roof's edge. Then, take a measurement of the distance from the mark to the point where the level reaches the roof. This is the measurement of your rise. Measure from the bottom of the measurement to the top of the rise. This second measurement is your run. To determine your roof's pitch, simply divide your rise by your run. If, for instance, your rise is 12 inches and your run measures 24 inches long, then your pitch is 12/24, or 0.50 or 50%.
If you don't have a level you could also make use of the tape measure. To accomplish this, you must first extend the tape measure out until it is at the edge of the roof. Mark the tape measure at the top of the roof. Next, measure the distance from the mark until where the roof's edge ends. This is your rise. Start measuring from the end of your tape measure to the edge of your roof. The second measurement is your run. To determine the pitch of your roof simply divide the rise by the run as before.
Another method to determine the pitch of your roof is by using trigonometry. Find two roof points which meet at the same height and mark them.
You could also utilize a level for determining roof pitch. Begin by locating two roof points which are level with one the other. Then, mark a line at each of them. Then, you can place your level on top, and look for the bubble between the lines. This is your roof pitch.
What instrument is used to measure roof pitch?
A variety of instruments can be used for measuring the pitch of the roof. A digital level, a clinometer or angle finder, can be utilized.
The most straightforward tool for measuring roof pitch is a digital level. Put the level on the roof, and then locate the bubble between the lines. This is the pitch of your roof.
Clinometer Clinometers can be used for measuring roof pitch. If you want to use a clinometer you'll need someone to hold one side of the level to the lower slope, while you sit at the top of the slope. You will then be able to see upwards to the level. The person on the lower end of the slope will tell you what number is visible in the bubble. The number is your roof pitch.
Angle Locator:An angle locater can also be used for measuring the pitch of the roof. To use an angle finder just put the one side of the level on the roof, and then look towards the opposite end. The pitch of your roof is the number visible within the bubble.
No matter which method you use to determine roof pitch ensure that you record the measurement to be able to refer back to it in the future.
Now you are able to measure your roof pitch and begin making plans for your next roofing project. For help, contact an experienced roofing professional.
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