5/12 roof pitch

22.62° angle

A 5/12 roof rises 5 in for every 12 in of run: a 41.7% slope with a 1.083 area multiplier.

Pitch5 in 12 (5:12)
Angle22.62°
Slope41.7%
Roof area multiplier1.0833
Rafter length per foot of run13 in
TypeA conventional pitch

Roofing for a 5/12 pitch

Suitable for asphalt shingles, metal, tile and most other roofing with standard underlayment. Walkable for most people with care and soft-soled shoes.

Rafter length at 5/12

Run (half the span)RiseRafter length (before overhang)
10 ft4.17 ft10.83 ft
12 ft5 ft13 ft
14 ft5.83 ft15.17 ft
16 ft6.67 ft17.33 ft

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Roof pitch

5/12

22.62° angle, 41.7% slope.

Pitch5 in 12
Angle22.62°
Slope41.7%
Roof area multiplier1.0833
Rafter length per foot of run13 in

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Questions

What angle is a 5/12 roof pitch?
22.62 degrees.
What is a 5/12 roof pitch as a percentage?
41.7%: the roof rises 5 inches for every 12 inches of run.
What is the roof multiplier for a 5/12 pitch?
1.083. Multiply the roof’s flat footprint by 1.083 to get its actual surface area.
Is a 5/12 roof walkable?
Walkable for most people with care and soft-soled shoes.

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