Roofing field guides

Better estimates start with better explanations

Practical, roofing-specific resources for sales reps and company owners.

How to measure a roof

Squares, pitch, facets, waste factor, and the field measurements that affect a bid.

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How to write a roofing proposal

A practical structure for proposals homeowners understand and sales reps can send quickly.

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What should a roofing estimate include?

The line items, allowances, scope language, and terms that make an estimate useful.

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Roofing waste factor explained

How to choose a defensible waste percentage for simple and cut-up roofs.

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Good, Better, Best roofing packages

How to make package choices clear without overwhelming a homeowner.

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How to price a roof by the square

A framework for labor, materials, tear-off, pitch, waste, overhead, and margin.

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