how many bundles of shingles in a square
For most modern asphalt roofs, one roofing square (100 sq ft) takes about 3 bundles of shingles.
Quick Scoop
- A roofing square = 100 square feet of roof area.
- Standard 3‑tab and many architectural shingles:
- About 33–33.3 sq ft per bundle , so 3 bundles ≈ 1 square.
- Heavy or specialty/luxury shingles:
- Can cover only 20–28 sq ft per bundle , so you may need 4–5 bundles per square.
Typical bundle counts by shingle type
| Shingle type | Typical coverage per bundle | Bundles per square (100 sq ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard 3‑tab asphalt | ≈ 33–33.3 sq ft | [9][1][7]≈ 3 bundles | [1][3][9]
| Architectural/laminated asphalt | ≈ 30–33 sq ft (varies by brand) | [8][9][1]Usually ≈ 3 bundles (sometimes a bit more) | [3][9][1]
| Heavy designer/luxury shingles | ≈ 20–28 sq ft | [1][3][8]≈ 4–5 bundles | [5][3][8]
Simple rule of thumb
- If you’re using common 3‑tab or standard architectural shingles, plan on 3 bundles per square.
- Always check the wrapper : it lists “coverage per bundle”; divide 100 by that number to get bundles per square. For example, 100 ÷ 33.3 ≈ 3 bundles.
If the label says around 33 sq ft per bundle, think “3 bundles per square.” If it says closer to 20–25 sq ft, expect 4–5 bundles per square.
TL;DR: For most everyday roofing jobs, figure 3 bundles of shingles in a square , unless the manufacturer’s label says otherwise.
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