Cool Things
A growing stack of calculators and tools for anyone planning a project — homeowners sizing up a weekend job, contractors double-checking a takeoff before they order. Every tool runs right in your browser, shows its formula, and works on a phone.
Roofing Squares & Bundles
Turn a roof footprint and pitch into squares, shingle bundles, starter, and ridge cap.
Pitch Converter
Convert roof pitch between x/12, degrees, and slope percent instantly.
Deck Boards & Joists
Count decking boards, joists, and fasteners from your deck's length and width.
Stair Calculator
Solve risers and treads to IRC limits — max 7¾" riser, min 10" tread.
Concrete Volume & Bags
Slabs, footings, or sonotube piers — cubic yards and 60/80 lb bag counts.
Paint Gallons
Figure gallons needed for walls and ceiling, with doors/windows deducted.
Siding Squares
Wall area to siding squares, with gable ends and openings handled.
Gutter & Downspout Sizing
Roof area and Minnesota rainfall intensity to gutter size and downspout count.
Attic Insulation R-Value & Bags
Attic area and target R-value to depth needed and blown-in bag count.
Board-Foot / Lumber Cost
Board feet and total lumber cost from nominal dimensions, length, and quantity.
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