Roofing for a 1,200 sq ft house
Short answer
A 1,200 sq ft house with a 6/12 roof has about 1,342 sq ft of roof — roughly 14.8 roofing squares and 45 bundles of architectural shingles.
Roof area
1,342 sq ft
Squares
14.8
Bundles
45
Est. cost
$6,037–$10,062
Roofing 1,200 sq ft
Figures assume a 6/12 pitch and architectural shingles. A steeper pitch adds roof area (and material); a complex roof with hips and valleys adds waste. Metal costs 2–3× more. Adjust pitch and material in the calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
How many squares of roofing for a 1,200 sq ft house?
About 14.8 squares for a 6/12 roof — the 1,200 sq ft footprint becomes ~1,342 sq ft of sloped roof, plus 10% waste.
How many bundles of shingles for 1,200 sq ft?
About 45 bundles of architectural shingles (3 per square). 3-tab is the same bundle count; metal is sold by the panel.
How much to reroof a 1,200 sq ft house?
Around $6,037–$10,062 in architectural shingles installed. Metal costs 2–3× more; 3-tab a bit less. Confirm with local roofers.