How many bundles of shingles do I need for 1500 square feet?

Calculating the required shingles is quite easy if the house is flat but if the house has a pitched roof then calculating the requirement is a bit complicated. The basic requirement of shingle for a 100 sq ft roof surface area is approximately around 3 bundles of 3-tab shingles. The three bundles of shingles consist of 29 standard-sized shingles whose measures are 12 inches by 36 inches. To find out the requirement of shingles for a 1500 sq ft house first determine the shed footprint which should also include the overhangs. A 1500 sq ft house will have 15 squares all of which will require 3 bundles so the approximate requirement comes around 57 bundles of shingles for 1500 sq ft.

What are the disadvantages of tile roofs?

Though the tile roof has various advantages it also has some disadvantages which should also be taken into consideration while buying them, Heavy- tile roofs are heavy metal that requires extra support. If you are planning for a tile roof it is important to make sure whether the structure of the home could support it. Expensive- tile roofs are quite expensive when compared to the other roofing materials that are available in the market. It is expensive because it has durability, longevity, and visual appeal so the price that you would be paying for these tiles would be worth it. Installation- installing a tile roof is a bit complicated and requires expertise. Brittle- even though the tiles are highly durable under certain conditions they are also prone to damage. Dirt- tile roofs accommodate more dirt compared to the other roofing.

How much do contractors charge per square foot in India?

The cost of contractors in India would be around 210 to 220 rupees per square foot. These charges also include labor charges along with the miscellaneous work like curing, repair, storage, and security. The labor charges also differ based on the structure of the building. The approximate charges would be around, Structure? Price in rupees? Plinth level including footing? 50 per sq ft? Up to 1st slab? 45 per sq ft? Brickwork? 25 per sq ft? Plaster? 20 per sq ft? Electrical? 8 per sq ft? Plumbing? 15 per sq ft? Painting? 10 per sq ft? Frame and fabrication? 10 per sq ft? Flooring? 20 per sq ft? Miscellaneous? 5 per sq ft?

Building Consultants in MKB Nagar, Chennai

Building Consultants in MKB Nagar, Chennai as on May 01, 2024

Sri Balaji Glass Solutions

MKB Nagar, Chennai, 600118

Building Consultants & Contractors, Building fabrication contractors, Building service contractors

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Aum Royal & Loyal Housing Developers Pvt. Ltd.

MKB Nagar, Chennai, 600118

Building Consultants & Contractors, Residential building contractors, Grouting contractors

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Sulekha score: 4.8Working hours: 6 AM to 7 PM

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G.P.S. Dream House Construction

MKB Nagar, Chennai, 600039

5.0/5 Based on 1 reviews

Building Consultants & Contractors, Residential building contractors, Building service contractors

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Sulekha score: 4.4Working hours: 9 AM to 8 PM

gopi from Chennai

"I gave the contract for building my home of about 500 sq ft.Team was very social and performed the work based on our convenient.There is great transparency in his work. Manager is very soft spoken and talks very respectfully. I recommend them for any construction work."

krishna from Chennai

"Thanks to this builder for constructing my 5000 sq ft house .Good co ordination among the work men dealing with different aspects of the assignment .They provided very detailed and clear estimation.They used good quality materials and finished work in 7 months .Highly recommended ."

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R. Pari & Co.

MKB Nagar, Chennai, 600118

Building Consultants & Contractors, Residential building contractors, Building service contractors

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Working hours: 9 AM to 6 PM

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Musthafa & Co.

MKB Nagar, Chennai, 600039

Building Consultants & Contractors, Residential building contractors, Commercial building contractors

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KR Builders

MKB Nagar, Chennai, 600039

Building Consultants & Contractors, Residential building contractors, Building service contractors

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RK Trading Company

MKB Nagar, Chennai, 600039

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Building Consultants in MKB Nagar, Chennai as on May 01, 2024

Sri Balaji Glass Solutions

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