Roof Load Calculator
Total roof load from dead and live loads.
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Introduction
Roof Load Calculator — Total roof load from dead and live loads. Enter Roof area (m²), Dead load (kPa), Live load (kPa) to get an instant, accurate result.
Formula
Total roof load = roof area × (dead load + live load), where dead load is the roof's own weight and live load covers snow, maintenance, or other variable loads.
Step-by-step
- Enter the Roof area (m²).
- Enter the Dead load (kPa).
- Enter the Live load (kPa).
- Click Calculate to see your result instantly.
Real-world example
Example: With Roof area (m²) = 100, Dead load (kPa) = 0.5, Live load (kPa) = 1, the Roof Load Calculator gives Total Load Kn: 150, Combined Load Kpa: 1.5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between dead and live load?
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What inputs does the Roof Load Calculator need?
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About the Roof Load Calculator
The Roof Load Calculator uses a real, verifiable formula — Total roof load = roof area × (dead load + live load), where dead load is the roof's own weight and live load covers snow, maintenance, or other variable loads. — so results are accurate every time, not an approximation.