How Many Shingle Bundles Do I Need?
Most asphalt shingles ship three bundles per square. Type your address: we measure the roof from map data and tell you how many bundles to order, with waste. Free, no sign-up, no phone number.
1. Find your house
2. Bundles for your roof
3. Fine-tune the count
Change the pitch, roof style or size and the estimate above updates.
A planning count, not an order. Most 3-tab and architectural shingles are 3 bundles per square; some designer and certain laminated lines differ. Confirm the coverage printed on the wrapper, and add starter strip and ridge cap separately.
Bundles from squares
This page counts the field bundles from your roof size. For starter, ridge cap, underlayment and nails in one takeoff, use the complete shingle calculator once you know the squares.
Typical bundles by house size (6/12 gable, two-car garage)
| Living area (1-story) | Roof sq ft | Squares to order | Field bundles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,500 sq ft living | 2,423 | 26.7 | 80 |
| 2,000 sq ft living | 3,006 | 33.3 | 100 |
| 2,500 sq ft living | 3,587 | 39.7 | 119 |
| 3,000 sq ft living | 4,166 | 46.0 | 138 |
What else to order
- Starter strip along every eave (and often the rakes).
- Ridge cap along the ridge and hips — hip roofs use a lot more.
- Underlayment, drip edge, nails — sized on the shingle calculator and drip edge and ridge cap calculator.
Need the square count alone? How many squares is my roof. Need a price? Roof estimate by address.
Sources
Building outlines © OpenStreetMap contributors. Address search: Nominatim and the U.S. Census Bureau geocoder. Three bundles per square is the common coverage for 3-tab and architectural asphalt shingles; always check the wrapper. Waste factors are RoofGenius planning assumptions.
Frequently asked questions
How many shingle bundles does a 2,000 sq ft house need?
About 100 field bundles for a one-story house with a two-car garage and a 6/12 gable, assuming 3 bundles per square and 10% waste. Add starter strip and ridge cap on top.
How many bundles are in a square of shingles?
Usually three for 3-tab and architectural asphalt shingles. Some designer and laminated lines pack differently — read the coverage on the wrapper.
Can I get a bundle count from my address for free?
Yes. Type the address on this page. No sign-up, and we never ask for your name, email or phone.
Does this include starter and ridge cap?
No. This page counts field bundles from roof size. Use the shingle calculator for starter, ridge cap, underlayment and nails once you have the squares.
Should I order extra?
Yes — the squares-to-order figure already includes a waste factor (about 10% gable, 15% hip). Keep a few spare bundles for future repairs; dye lots change.