Square (Roofing): What Every PA Homeowner Should Know

In the roofing industry, a "square" equals 100 square feet of roof area. Roofing materials are priced and sold by the square. For example, a 2,000 square foot roof is 20 squares. Understanding this term helps homeowners evaluate estimates. Most shingle bundles cover 1/3 of a square (3 bundles = 1 square). Average PA homes range from 15–35 squares. When getting estimates, ensure the contractor specifies the total squares, as this directly impacts material costs.

Understanding square (roofing) is important for homeowners in the Poconos and Lehigh Valley because Pennsylvania's climate puts unique demands on your home's exterior. With heavy snowfall, ice storms, and 80-120+ freeze-thaw cycles annually, the quality of your roofing directly impacts your home's protection and your family's comfort.

Amero Exteriors has been helping PA homeowners navigate these decisions since 2013, with 500+ completed projects across Monroe, Pike, Carbon, Lehigh, and Northampton counties.

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• Shingle: A flat, rectangular piece of roofing material laid in overlapping rows to cover a roof.