Asphalt Shingle Estimating Template
Complete Excel template for estimating residential and commercial asphalt shingle roofing projects. Calculate materials, labor, and costs accurately every time.
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Why You Need This Template
Stop guessing and start estimating with confidence
Save Hours
Pre-built formulas calculate everything automatically. Enter measurements and get instant material quantities and labor hours.
Eliminate Errors
Built-in waste factors, pitch multipliers, and comprehensive checklists ensure you never miss a cost item or under-calculate materials.
Win More Work
Professional, detailed estimates build trust with homeowners and GCs. Stand out from competitors with organized, accurate bids.
What's Included in the Template
Everything you need to estimate asphalt shingle roofing projects
Material Calculators
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Shingle Quantity Calculator
Automatic calculation based on roof area with waste factors for valleys, hips, and complexity
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Underlayment & Ice Dam Protection
Felt or synthetic underlayment coverage plus ice and water shield for eaves, valleys, and penetrations
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Starter Shingles & Ridge Cap
Linear foot calculations for eaves, rakes, hips, and ridges with proper overlap factors
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Ventilation Components
Ridge vents, soffit vents, and static vents based on attic square footage and building codes
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Flashing & Valley Materials
Step flashing, counter flashing, drip edge, and valley metal quantities by linear foot
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Fasteners & Accessories
Roofing nails, cap nails, adhesive, and caulk based on square footage and application rates
Labor & Production Rates
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Pitch Multiplier Reference
Built-in pitch multipliers from 3/12 to 12/12 for accurate area calculations
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Labor Hours by Complexity
Production rates for simple, average, and complex roofs adjusted for pitch and cuts
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Tear-Off Labor Calculator
Removal time based on layers, pitch, and difficulty with disposal labor included
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Installation Labor Rates
Separate rates for shingle installation, valley work, flashing, and ridge installation
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Crew Size Optimization
Recommended crew sizes and project duration estimates based on roof size
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Cleanup & Disposal Costs
Dumpster fees, haul-away costs, and final cleanup labor allowances
Plus These Essential Features
Customizable Pricing
Enter your local material costs and labor rates. Template remembers your pricing for future estimates.
Overhead & Profit
Built-in markup calculators for overhead, profit margin, and contingency percentages.
Professional Summary
Auto-generated estimate summary with line-item breakdown ready to present to clients.
File Format
Microsoft Excel
Excel .xlsx format with formulas and protected cells to prevent accidental changes
Google Sheets Compatible
Upload to Google Sheets for cloud-based access and team collaboration
Mobile Friendly
Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile for estimating on the go
Who Is This Template For?
Residential Roofers
Specializing in residential shingle work and need consistent, accurate estimates for homeowners
New Estimators
Learning to estimate and need a proven template with all the formulas and factors already built in
Small Contractors
Running a 1-10 person roofing company and need professional estimating systems without expensive software
Growing Businesses
Expanding into new markets or training new estimators and need standardized processes
How to Use the Template
Get started in minutes with this simple process
Download & Set Up Your Pricing
After purchase, download the Excel template. Enter your local material costs (shingles, underlayment, etc.) and your labor rates. The template saves these for future estimates.
Enter Project Measurements
Input the roof area, pitch, number of valleys, hips, ridges, and any special conditions. The template automatically applies pitch multipliers and calculates actual square footage.
Review Automated Calculations
The template instantly calculates all material quantities with waste factors, labor hours by task, and total project costs. Review and adjust as needed for site-specific conditions.
Present to Client
Use the professional summary sheet to present your estimate. Export to PDF or print for client meetings. Update and revise easily if project scope changes.
What Contractors Are Saying
"This template cut my estimating time from 2 hours to 20 minutes. All the formulas are built in and it catches things I used to forget like ridge cap and starter."
Tom Richards
Owner, Richards Roofing
"As a new estimator, this gave me confidence I was calculating everything correctly. The pitch multipliers and waste factors are spot-on."
Jessica Martinez
Estimator, Apex Roofing
"Best $39 I've spent. The labor calculators alone are worth it. I can adjust for my crew's production rate and get accurate project timelines."
Michael Chen
Project Manager
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
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