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Free roofing estimate template

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Use this roofing estimate template to record roof measurements and pitch, itemize tear-off, materials, labor, flashing, disposal and permits, and state exclusions, validity, deposit and change-order terms.

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Choose Word, Excel or fillable PDF.

Use Word for document editing, Excel for formula-driven totals, or fillable PDF for a stable form layout.

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What the template includes

  • Contractor and customer details
  • Property address and estimate number
  • Roof area, pitch and measured squares
  • Tear-off, materials, labor and disposal
  • Tax, permits, deposit and estimated total
  • Decking allowance, exclusions, warranty and change terms

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Four steps

Complete and verify the document.

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Download the Word, Excel or fillable PDF roofing estimate template.

02

Replace the example contractor, customer, property and roof measurements.

03

Enter tear-off, roofing materials, labor, flashing, disposal, permits, tax and deposit.

04

Review assumptions, exclusions, warranty and change-order terms before sending the estimate for approval.

Frequently asked questions

Questions about roofing estimate template

What should a roofing estimate include?

Include roof area and pitch, tear-off layers, underlayment, shingles or roofing system, flashing, vents, labor, disposal, permits, tax, deposit, exclusions, warranty and estimate validity.

How do roofers calculate roofing squares?

One roofing square covers 100 square feet of roof surface. Measure the roof planes, account for pitch and complexity, then add an appropriate waste allowance for cuts and overlaps.

Should damaged decking be included in the estimate?

State the decking included in the base scope and give a unit price or approval process for concealed damage that can only be confirmed after tear-off.

Which roofing estimate format calculates totals?

The Excel template calculates line totals, tax, deposit and balance. The roofing cost calculator helps estimate project costs, while Word and fillable PDF require manual verification.

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