How Much Does A Bundle Of Shingles weigh? Most bundles of modern architectural shingles weigh between 60 pounds and 80 pounds. You can use these figures to calculate a weight range if you want to know how much your new shingles will weigh because most homeowners replace their roofs with architectural shingles these days.
Bundle Of Shingles Weigh (Dumpster Ordering Considerations
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Three-tab shingles often weigh less than architectural shingles, coming in between 45 pounds and 60 pounds per bundle.
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The number ranges above are just enough to get you started, so don’t let them be the “end all-be all” answer to how much the roofing material you’re tearing off your house will weigh.
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It’ll be hard to guesstimate the final number because you first need to know your roof size, and then need to consider a variety of other factors that will determine the total removal weight.
What is a square of shingles?
One square of roof shingles, or a ‘roof square’ is shorthand for the amount of roofing material that’s needed to cover 100 square feet of roofing area.
This “roofing square” phrase is used by roofing industry professionals (like contractors, manufacturers, and suppliers) to approximate the number of materials needed for a given project.
A 1,500 square foot roof is approximately 15 square and a 2,000 square foot roof is ‘20 square.’ It is common for roofers to round up to the nearest hundred to account for waste. For example, a 1,650 square foot roof would be 17 square. A 1,800-square-foot roof, of course, is exactly 18 square.
Bundles per roofing square
The amount of shingle bundles needed to cover one roofing square is an important factor in determining the weight of a roof square. In most cases, you will need approximately 3 bundles of shingles to replace one square of roofing.
Roofing square weight
To calculate the weight of a roofing square, we’ll combine the facts discussed above:
One bundle of architectural shingles weighs between 60 and 80 pounds (while 1 bundle of 3 tab shingles weighs between 45-60 lbs.)
You need 3 bundles of shingles to cover one square of roofing.
Using these facts, one bundle of common architectural style shingles weights between 180-240 pounds while one bundle of traditional 3-tab shingles weights a bit less in most cases, between 135-180 pounds.
How much debris will my roof replacement create?
If you’re handling the roof replacement process yourself and need to order a dumpster, then you certainly need the most accurate assessment of roofing debris possible to make the cleanup go smoothly.
To do this, please note the 3 common factors that contribute to individual shingle bundle weight fluctuations as well as the 3 non-shingle considerations that will affect which dumpster size to order.
The type of shingle you order (or which shingle type you’re removing from your roof) can influence how much debris will be created.
Which shingle type is heaviest: asphalt vs. slate vs. cedar shake shingle
Earlier we covered the weight of architectural asphalt shingles and three-tab asphalt shingles. But what if you’re removing a roof that isn’t made of asphalt? In this case, you may want to know the weight of slate shingles or wood shingles, commonly referred to as ‘cedar shakes.’
Slate shingle weight
- Slate shingles are essentially rocks, so it’s no wonder that they’re the heaviest shingle out there. Much like cedar shingles, slate is a natural material that greatly varies in weight depending on the slate sheets used to create the materials.
- In many cases, the slate shingles that will be removed from your roof are over 100 years old! They’re extremely heavy, often weighing upwards of 1,000 pounds per square. Because all slate roofs are different, you can use this as a “best guess” for your weight calculations.
- If you’re stuck between two sizes when ordering a dumpster for slate roof removal, we always recommend going with the larger dumpster. Make sure the contractor removing the slate is experienced and insured, too. If you need help, don’t hesitate to contact Roof Hub.
Wood shingle weight (cedar shake roofing)
The weight of wood shingles varies in the same way slate weight varies. Unlike asphalt, the shingle material is natural and not uniform.
This is especially true with older roofs that were first installed 75, 100, or even 150+ years ago. Since it’s impossible to know the exact weight, we recommend airing on the side of caution and estimating heavier rather than lighter.
Wood shingles you can buy today can weigh as low as 200 pounds per bundle or as high as 700 pounds per bundle. Because you may need 3+ bundles of wood shingles per square of roofing, the total weight per square is quite the wide range; between 600 and 2,100 pounds per square.
If you’re calculating the weight for the removal of wood shingles, be careful when determining how many layers of shingles are up there on the roof. It may look like just one from the ground, but most homes have at least 2 layers of wood shingles installed.
Summary
If you’re handling the roof replacement process yourself and need to order a dumpster, then you certainly need the most accurate assessment of roofing debris possible to make the cleanup go smoothly. To do this, please note the 3 common factors that contribute to individual shingle bundle weight fluctuations as well as the 3 non-shingle considerations that will affect which dumpster size to order.The type of shingle you order (or which shingle type you’re removing from your roof) can influence how much debris will be created.
Frequently Asked Question
Now, i describe some important question are as:
1. How many squares are in a 1200 square foot roof?
There are 12 roofing squares in 1200 square feet. The surface of roofs is basically measured in squares. One square is equal to 100 square feet of the roof. To calculate the number of squares of the roof, divide the total square feet by 100.
2. Can I leave bundles of shingles on roof?
To save time, most roofers prefer to stack several shingle bundles on the roof before beginning to install them. However, shingles can be damaged if they are stored or stacked incorrectly, which may reduce the life span of the roof.
3. How do you walk on a roof without damaging shingles?
Soft-soled shoes with larger surface-area tread should be used. Hiking boots and the like should be avoided, because these have more pointy, knobby styled treads which will more readily damage shingles. Tennis shoes, basketball shoes, and running shoes are usually a safe bet.
4. How much is a square of shingles cost?
The average cost for a square of roof shingles, which is 100 square feet, ranges from $170 to $400, depending on materials used. On the low end, asphalt shingles cost an average of about $150 per square, while high-end slate shingles average around $1,200 per square.
5. How long does a shingle roof last?
Dimensional shingles come with a 30-year manufacturer warranty. Vented properly and installed correctly, you should get around 80-85% of the life span out of an asphalt roof. That means you can expect to get about 20-22 years out of your 3-tab shingle roof and 25-28 years out of your dimensional shingles.
6. How do roofers not fall?
One of the ways we move around on this type of roof without fear of falling is through use of a toe board. The roofer simply nails a long wooden board—usually a standard 2×4—and uses it to create a walkway. The toe board method is commonly used by most roofing contractors for safety and staging purposes.
7. How can I be a better roofer?
According to another survey conducted by Owl Guru, the top five most in-demand characteristics for successful roofers are: Dependability, attention to detail, integrity, concern for others, and self control. It’s your job as a roofer to protect homeowners, their property, and your fellow roofers.
8. What is the best roof to get?
Asphalt shingles remain far and away the most popular choice because they’re relatively inexpensive and easy to install. In CR’s roofing tests, we’ve found that some shingles perform better overall than others that cost more. And some provide a beautifully layered look or come in huge arrays of colors.
9. What is the most common roof shingle?
Asphalt Shingles
The most common residential roofing material used in the United States, asphalt shingles are popular because they are economical and easy to install. These shingles can be reinforced with fiberglass or organic materials (cellulose) without changing the appearance of the shingle.
10. Do black shingles make house hotter?
In general, lighter-colored roofs reflect away heat rays from the sun, but dark-colored roofs absorb much of that heat and transfer it into the rooms below. So, yes, black roofs do attract more heat. Or course, color isn’t the only aspect of your roof that affects home temperature.
Conclusion
This “roofing square” phrase is used by roofing industry professionals (like contractors, manufacturers, and suppliers) to approximate the number of materials needed for a given project.A 1,500 square foot roof is approximately 15 square and a 2,000 square foot roof is ‘20 square.’ It is common for roofers to round up to the nearest hundred to account for waste.