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Rafter Length Calculator helps contractors and tradespeople accurately size, spec, and estimate materials and systems.

Formel

Rafter Length = √(Rise² + Run²) + Overhang

Trinn-for-trinn guide

  1. 1Use Pythagorean theorem with rise and run, add overhang
  2. 2Apply the formula using your project measurements
  3. 3Add required safety factors or waste allowances per code

Løste eksempler

Inndata
8 ft rise, 16 ft run, 1.5 ft overhang
Resultat
Rafter = √(64+256) + 1.5 = 17.9 + 1.5 = 19.4 ft

Vanlige feil å unngå

  • Not applying code-required safety factors or derating
  • Forgetting to account for waste and cut losses in material estimates

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