7/12 roof pitch
30.26° angle
A 7/12 roof rises 7 in for every 12 in of run: a 58.3% slope with a 1.158 area multiplier.
| Pitch | 7 in 12 (7:12) |
|---|---|
| Angle | 30.26° |
| Slope | 58.3% |
| Roof area multiplier | 1.1577 |
| Rafter length per foot of run | 13.89 in |
| Type | A conventional pitch |
Roofing for a 7/12 pitch
Suitable for asphalt shingles, metal, tile and most other roofing with standard underlayment. Steep enough that roofers use roof jacks, toe boards or a harness.
Rafter length at 7/12
| Run (half the span) | Rise | Rafter length (before overhang) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 ft | 5.83 ft | 11.58 ft |
| 12 ft | 7 ft | 13.89 ft |
| 14 ft | 8.17 ft | 16.21 ft |
| 16 ft | 9.33 ft | 18.52 ft |
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Questions
- What angle is a 7/12 roof pitch?
- 30.26 degrees.
- What is a 7/12 roof pitch as a percentage?
- 58.3%: the roof rises 7 inches for every 12 inches of run.
- What is the roof multiplier for a 7/12 pitch?
- 1.158. Multiply the roof’s flat footprint by 1.158 to get its actual surface area.
- Is a 7/12 roof walkable?
- Steep enough that roofers use roof jacks, toe boards or a harness.