A Gable Roof is a basic roof structure with rectangular sloped faces and triangular ends.  A typical gabled roof is defined by a ridge length, span, overhang and pitch.  Based on these simple dimensions, it  is possible to accurately compute the surface area of the roof and the length of trim for the ridge, facia and gable edges.

A gabled roof often has a rake which extends the ridge out past the under support framing of trusses and rafters.

The surface area of the gabled roof is useful in computing the amounts of materials needed for the roof including:

• Sheathing for a Gabled Roof
• Underlayment for a Gabled Roof
• Shingles for a Gabled Roof
• Metal Panels for a Gabled Roof
• Roofing Nails for a Gable Roof