24/12 roof pitch
63.43° angle
A 24/12 roof rises 24 in for every 12 in of run: a 200% slope with a 2.236 area multiplier.
| Pitch | 24 in 12 (24:12) |
|---|---|
| Angle | 63.43° |
| Slope | 200% |
| Roof area multiplier | 2.2361 |
| Rafter length per foot of run | 26.83 in |
| Type | A very steep roof |
Roofing for a 24/12 pitch
Suitable for asphalt shingles, metal, tile and most other roofing with standard underlayment. Not walkable: roofers work from roof jacks and fall protection, which adds labor cost.
Rafter length at 24/12
| Run (half the span) | Rise | Rafter length (before overhang) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 ft | 20 ft | 22.36 ft |
| 12 ft | 24 ft | 26.83 ft |
| 14 ft | 28 ft | 31.3 ft |
| 16 ft | 32 ft | 35.78 ft |
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Questions
- What angle is a 24/12 roof pitch?
- 63.43 degrees.
- What is a 24/12 roof pitch as a percentage?
- 200%: the roof rises 24 inches for every 12 inches of run.
- What is the roof multiplier for a 24/12 pitch?
- 2.236. Multiply the roof’s flat footprint by 2.236 to get its actual surface area.
- Is a 24/12 roof walkable?
- Not walkable: roofers work from roof jacks and fall protection, which adds labor cost.