I need to know how to figureout what pitch i need to to put on my shed, i'm building a shed that is 12x12

Question

I never built a shed before and everthing is going fine, I just dont know what pitch roof i should use. any help would be great. thanks

Answer 1

Standard three tab asphalt shingles are the most common roofing materials used on these types of roofs. They are warranted for use on roofs with at least a 3 in 12 pitch, but most builders and roofers will tell you that a 4 in 12 pitch is better. I would not build a shed with less than a 4 in 12 pitch if I was going to use this type of shingle.

Good luck with your shed project.

Answer 2

What ever you want. Just not less than 3:12. The lower the slope the less materials, but on a 12x12 it really isn't going to make much difference. I'd match the pitch to the house or garage, use similar materials

3:12 v 12:12 you are adding 2'3" or so in rafter length so it's about 54 sq.ft. of additional roofing materials. Plus a bit in the gable materials. But that shouldn't be the only factor in your decision. I'd be more concerned with making it match the house.

Answer 3

average pitch for any residential building is around a 8/12 pitch. dont go below a 3/12. anything lower will need to be a "torch down" type roof. personally a 5/12 or a 4/12 would b fine. if u want storage above your ceiling joists go with a steeper pitch like a 8 or a 9/12

Answer 4

If you don't have a snow load problem, it doesn't make much difference. You might just measure the pitch on a building close by so they would match.

Answer 5

On such a small building, I would choose any pitch that looks attractive to you as the load bearing won't be much no matter what pitch you use.

Answer 6

16 inch centres with a minimum pitch of 25 degrees ..you will need 10 rafters