About Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc
The calculator for experienced carpenters and builders. Accurate, easy to use, saves time and money. Used across the USA and in over 40 countries. Roofing and framing carpentry calculator, decking, stairs, concrete, stud w
The calculator for experienced carpenters and builders.
Accurate, easy to use, saves time and money.
Used across the USA and in over 40 countries.
Roofing and framing carpentry calculator, decking, stairs, concrete, stud wall calculators.
In additions to the roof calculators the decking / flooring, stud wall and concrete calculators also estimate quantities and costs.
US or metric measurements.
Developed by a carpenter and builder, used by carpenters, roofers, contractors, builders and construction pro 's in over 30 countries around the world.
Roof Guide (previously Roofers Guide) is not a 'How to App’ - you know how!
It is designed to save you the time and effort required for roof, framing, deck, stairs & other building / construction calculations
Accurate, reliable and easy to use, it is an indispensable tool for the construction pro.
Metric or Imperial (feet, inches and fractions of an inch (or decimal)
Print, email or reports.
Never forget your span or rafter tables, red roofing book and other standalone construction calculators again!
CALCULATIONS INCLUDE:
ROOF FRAMING:-
- Rafter,Hip/Valley Lengths
- Multiple cut angles, including for compound saw
- Template (adjustable) sizes for the same cuts - where used
- Setout of Creepers/Jack Rafters(US), ridge and wall
- Roof Pitch Factor degrees, inches (US), D:M:S
- Rise : Run ratio
- Birdsmouth calculations
- Drop or Chamfer Hip adjustments
- Multiple heights measures, including:- top/bottom of ridge, roof centre,
- Hypotenuse calculations eg: Calculate Pitch from ridge rise
- Adjust pitching plate heights where one wall is higher eg Bulkheads
- Ridge length, area, rake factors
- Print, email or message reports
DECKING & FLOORING SETOUT, MATERIAL ESTIMATING and COSTING:-
- Options for Insets, single or double bearers
- Set Spacing type to maximum, fixed or equal
- Set pricing for materials / labour to calculate cost and cost/area
TIMBER SETOUT:-
- Set Spacing type to maximum, fixed or equal
- Insets at start and end.
STUD WALLS SETOUT, MATERIAL ESTIMATING and COSTING:-
- Raked or flat walls
- Sizing, Quantity & Cost Estimates - Timber (studs, noggins, plates) & Sheeting
- Comprehensive setout lists - bottom, top
- Align sheets on width, length or no sheets
STAIR FRAMING (currently for single stair runs):-
Permits Multiple restrictions on risers, treads, inclines and also allows application of 2R+G (2R+TD in US) in jurisdictions required - to meet standards.
Other than StairCalc (which is our Stair only app) we do not know of an app that does this simultaneously.
Also calculations allow for situations where the overall stair rise and run are fixed or variable allowing maximum flexibility.
- Number and size of step risers, treads, step inclines,
- Step incline (Also changeable),
- Stairwell opening,
- Stringer Lengths
CONCRETE CALCULATOR / ESTIMATOR:-
- Calculate quantities for slabs, footings,round and rectangular/square holes.
- Estimates total volume and cost allowing for waste.
CONVERTER:-
- Convert Lengths, Area, Volume: Metric and US/Imperial.
- Work in Decimal units or Yds/Ft/In/Fraction format to Metric, decimal US.
EASY TO USE GENERAL CALCULATOR WITH TAPE:
- Calculate (add, subtract etc) directly in feet / inches / fractions or decimals.
- Common functions for quick calculation
EXTENSIVE HELP:
Extensive help - Tap twice on most buttons for more info.
Optimised for all iPhones and iPads using IOS17+ in portrait mode.
INFOGUIDE:
Infoguide is part of a small building firm based in Western Australia. This app was created by a former Roof Framing Carpenter for our team of carpenters. We use it and believe it will be as helpful to other carpenters as it was for us.
Terms of Service: http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula
Dec 1, 2023
Version 5.46
VERSION 5.46:
Bug Fix: Correct crash on viewing some Layout Lists in dark mode.
Previous Versions
Here you can find the changelog of Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc since it was posted on our website on 2016-10-30 02:21:06.
The latest version is 5.46 and it was updated on 2024-04-01 15:30:33. See below the changes in each version.
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 5.46
Updated At: 2023-12-01
Changes: Dec 1, 2023
Version 5.46
VERSION 5.46:
Bug Fix: Correct crash on viewing some Layout Lists in dark mode.
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 5.45
Updated At: 2023-11-15
Changes: Nov 15, 2023
Version 5.45
VERSION 5.45:
Performance improvements
Minor enhancements
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 5.42
Updated At: 2023-07-26
Changes: Jul 26, 2023
Version 5.42
VERSION 5.42:
Minor bug fix
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 5.33
Updated At: 2023-03-15
Changes: Mar 15, 2023
Version 5.33
VERSION 5.33:
Fixes a crash in the App occurring very occasionally on some devices.
Requires IOS16.2+
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 4.60
Updated At: 2021-11-04
Changes: Nov 4, 2021 Version 4.60
Version 4.60:
Minor improvements and changes to 'Settings'
Introduction of monthly subscriptions for short term users.
Same Lifetime price and all valid existing users will have continued full access.
Version 4.50:
Bug fix For IOS15
Minor improvements and changes to 'Settings'
Version 4.03:
Minor bug fixes and addition of centimetres as an option in default settings.
Version 4.01:
Minor bug fix - If Roof Type was Gable and ridge not extended the report omitted figures.
Version 4.00:
Major revision and additions to the existing Roofing Carpentry & Stair Tabs.
'Roof Frame' - combines 2 Previous Tabs (Roof & Other).
- Simplified spreadsheet style presentation of results as per in 'Decking'.
- Addition of Roof Types (Hipped, Gabled, Raked (Freestanding or Lean To)
- On Button Touch Keyboard Presentation (as in Decking & Stud Walls)
- Single Tap To Change Roof Type and Other Selections including
- Addition Of Easier to view Height/Rise.
- Addition Of Birdmouths for Rafters and Hips (If Applicable).
- Addition of Setout reports specifically for Rafters (standalone 'Setout' remains as well)
- Additional Cut Angles including Hip Backing Angle, Purlin Lip Cut
- Extended Help when tapping a button twice to also Display a Diagram (where Appropriate)
- Wall Plate Higher (Previously 'Other Tab'- Is presented in a spreadsheet style with more information and help Diagrams (tap Twice).
- Stairs now in the same spreadsheet style and all info presented on a single screen with restrictions easier to see and set.
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 4.1
Updated At: 2021-10-04
Changes: Oct 4, 2021 Version 4.1
Version 4.10:
Bug fix For IOS15
Minor improvements and changes to 'Settings' to allow reset of all data
Version 4.03:
Minor bug fixes and addition of centimetres as an option in default settings.
Version 4.01:
Minor bug fix - If Roof Type was Gable and ridge not extended the report omitted figures.
Version 4.00:
Major revision and additions to the existing Roofing Carpentry & Stair Tabs.
'Roof Frame' - combines 2 Previous Tabs (Roof & Other).
- Simplified spreadsheet style presentation of results as per in 'Decking'.
- Addition of Roof Types (Hipped, Gabled, Raked (Freestanding or Lean To)
- On Button Touch Keyboard Presentation (as in Decking & Stud Walls)
- Single Tap To Change Roof Type and Other Selections including
- Addition Of Easier to view Height/Rise.
- Addition Of Birdmouths for Rafters and Hips (If Applicable).
- Addition of Setout reports specifically for Rafters (standalone 'Setout' remains as well)
- Additional Cut Angles including Hip Backing Angle, Purlin Lip Cut
- Extended Help when tapping a button twice to also Display a Diagram (where Appropriate)
- Wall Plate Higher (Previously 'Other Tab'- Is presented in a spreadsheet style with more information and help Diagrams (tap Twice).
- Stairs now in the same spreadsheet style and all info presented on a single screen with restrictions easier to see and set.
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 4.03
Updated At: 2021-06-23
Changes: Jun 23, 2021 Version 4.03
Version 4.03:
Minor bug fixes and addition of centimetres as an option in default settings.
Version 4.01:
Minor bug fix - If Roof Type was Gable and ridge not extended the report omitted figures.
Version 4.00:
Major revision and additions to the existing Roofing Carpentry & Stair Tabs.
'Roof Frame' - combines 2 Previous Tabs (Roof & Other).
- Simplified spreadsheet style presentation of results as per in 'Decking'.
- Addition of Roof Types (Hipped, Gabled, Raked (Freestanding or Lean To)
- On Button Touch Keyboard Presentation (as in Decking & Stud Walls)
- Single Tap To Change Roof Type and Other Selections including
- Addition Of Easier to view Height/Rise.
- Addition Of Birdmouths for Rafters and Hips (If Applicable).
- Addition of Setout reports specifically for Rafters (standalone 'Setout' remains as well)
- Additional Cut Angles including Hip Backing Angle, Purlin Lip Cut
- Extended Help when tapping a button twice to also Display a Diagram (where Appropriate)
- Wall Plate Higher (Previously 'Other Tab'- Is presented in a spreadsheet style with more information and help Diagrams (tap Twice).
- Stairs now in the same spreadsheet style and all info presented on a single screen with restrictions easier to see and set.
Version 3.26:
Fixed bugs related to IOS 13
Version 3.25:
Fix bug in emailing simple calculator tab, with minor performance improvements.
Version 3.20:
Addition of new calculations on 'Other Roof' tab - options accessible by 'Long Press'.
Small performance improvements also Long Press option more obvious and with feedback via vibration when selected.
Tabs can be reorganised if required by going to the 'More' tab and pressing 'Edit'. Swipe the preferred Tabs to the tab bar at the bottom and 'Done'.
Older tabs will be gradually updated to the newer format based on feedback we receive.
The app requires IOS 11 or higher and is optimised for iPads & iPhones - Including iPhone XS, XSMax.
Requires Full Screen at the moment on the iPad.
Please provide feedback on any features you would like to see added or any areas you would like to be improved - we will respond!
We never prompt you for a review because we know your time is valuable.
If you a few moments please leave a rating or if you can spare the time, please leave a review.
It makes a big difference to us!
Go to Settings-> More Information-> Review Us In The App Store
Version 3.11:
Fixes bug where sharing PDF or printing various lists only printed the first page.
Version 3.10:
Adds ‘DECKING’ - a decking & flooring estimator / calculator.
Decking provides material layout, quantities, costing in a convenient 1 screen view.
The update also removes reference to a French Version (our apologies) which while started has not been completed and was included in error.
Version 3.0:
A major update with a number of new features and simpler presentation style.
We have added new calculators - Stud Walls, Set Out , Concrete Estimator, Converter (Length, Area, Volume).
Based on feedback we are changing the style from a 'spreadsheet' cell to more obvious and distinct buttons.
Also included are some general improvements and minor bug fixes primarily in the stand alone general calculator.
New Calculators:-
• Stud Wall Timber estimator, including a costing function;
• Setout/Timber Spacing Layout - includes insets, timber width and equal,fixed and maximum settings;
• Concrete estimator, including costing function - replaces Extras Tab;
• Convert - Allows conversion of length, area and volume. Convert between metric and US/imperial units including decimal and fractional units yards,feet & inches.
The additions have been added as new tabs.
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 4.01
Updated At: 2021-04-01
Changes: Apr 1, 2021 Version 4.01
Version 4.01:
Minor bug fix - If Roof Type was Gable and ridge not extended the report omitted figures.
Version 4.00:
Major revision and additions to the existing Roofing Carpentry & Stair Tabs.
'Roof Frame' - combines 2 Previous Tabs (Roof & Other).
- Simplified spreadsheet style presentation of results as per in 'Decking'.
- Addition of Roof Types (Hipped, Gabled, Raked (Freestanding or Lean To)
- On Button Touch Keyboard Presentation (as in Decking & Stud Walls)
- Single Tap To Change Roof Type and Other Selections including
- Addition Of Easier to view Height/Rise.
- Addition Of Birdmouths for Rafters and Hips (If Applicable).
- Addition of Setout reports specifically for Rafters (standalone 'Setout' remains as well)
- Additional Cut Angles including Hip Backing Angle, Purlin Lip Cut
- Extended Help when tapping a button twice to also Display a Diagram (where Appropriate)
- Wall Plate Higher (Previously 'Other Tab'- Is presented in a spreadsheet style with more information and help Diagrams (tap Twice).
- Stairs now in the same spreadsheet style and all info presented on a single screen with restrictions easier to see and set.
Version 3.26:
Fixed bugs related to IOS 13
Version 3.25:
Fix bug in emailing simple calculator tab, with minor performance improvements.
Version 3.20:
Addition of new calculations on 'Other Roof' tab - options accessible by 'Long Press'.
Small performance improvements also Long Press option more obvious and with feedback via vibration when selected.
Tabs can be reorganised if required by going to the 'More' tab and pressing 'Edit'. Swipe the preferred Tabs to the tab bar at the bottom and 'Done'.
Older tabs will be gradually updated to the newer format based on feedback we receive.
The app requires IOS 11 or higher and is optimised for iPads & iPhones - Including iPhone XS, XSMax.
Requires Full Screen at the moment on the iPad.
Please provide feedback on any features you would like to see added or any areas you would like to be improved - we will respond!
We never prompt you for a review because we know your time is valuable.
If you a few moments please leave a rating or if you can spare the time, please leave a review.
It makes a big difference to us!
Go to Settings-> More Information-> Review Us In The App Store
Version 3.11:
Fixes bug where sharing PDF or printing various lists only printed the first page.
Version 3.10:
Adds ‘DECKING’ - a decking & flooring estimator / calculator.
Decking provides material layout, quantities, costing in a convenient 1 screen view.
The update also removes reference to a French Version (our apologies) which while started has not been completed and was included in error.
Version 3.0:
A major update with a number of new features and simpler presentation style.
We have added new calculators - Stud Walls, Set Out , Concrete Estimator, Converter (Length, Area, Volume).
Based on feedback we are changing the style from a 'spreadsheet' cell to more obvious and distinct buttons.
Also included are some general improvements and minor bug fixes primarily in the stand alone general calculator.
New Calculators:-
• Stud Wall Timber estimator, including a costing function;
• Setout/Timber Spacing Layout - includes insets, timber width and equal,fixed and maximum settings;
• Concrete estimator, including costing function - replaces Extras Tab;
• Convert - Allows conversion of length, area and volume. Convert between metric and US/imperial units including decimal and fractional units yards,feet & inches.
The additions have been added as new tabs.
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 3.26
Updated At: 2019-10-02
Changes: Oct 2, 2019 Version 3.26
Version 3.26:
Fixed bugs related to IOS 13
Version 3.25:
Fix bug in emailing simple calculator tab, with minor performance improvements.
Version 3.20:
Addition of new calculations on 'Other Roof' tab - options accessible by 'Long Press'.
Small performance improvements also Long Press option more obvious and with feedback via vibration when selected.
Tabs can be reorganised if required by going to the 'More' tab and pressing 'Edit'. Swipe the preferred Tabs to the tab bar at the bottom and 'Done'.
Older tabs will be gradually updated to the newer format based on feedback we receive.
The app requires IOS 11 or higher and is optimised for iPads & iPhones - Including iPhone XS, XSMax.
Requires Full Screen at the moment on the iPad.
Please provide feedback on any features you would like to see added or any areas you would like to be improved - we will respond!
We never prompt you for a review because we know your time is valuable.
If you a few moments please leave a rating or if you can spare the time, please leave a review.
It makes a big difference to us!
Go to Settings-> More Information-> Review Us In The App Store
Version 3.11:
Fixes bug where sharing PDF or printing various lists only printed the first page.
Version 3.10:
Adds ‘DECKING’ - a decking & flooring estimator / calculator.
Decking provides material layout, quantities, costing in a convenient 1 screen view.
The update also removes reference to a French Version (our apologies) which while started has not been completed and was included in error.
Version 3.0:
A major update with a number of new features and simpler presentation style.
We have added new calculators - Stud Walls, Set Out , Concrete Estimator, Converter (Length, Area, Volume).
Based on feedback we are changing the style from a 'spreadsheet' cell to more obvious and distinct buttons.
Also included are some general improvements and minor bug fixes primarily in the stand alone general calculator.
New Calculators:-
• Stud Wall Timber estimator, including a costing function;
• Setout/Timber Spacing Layout - includes insets, timber width and equal,fixed and maximum settings;
• Concrete estimator, including costing function - replaces Extras Tab;
• Convert - Allows conversion of length, area and volume. Convert between metric and US/imperial units including decimal and fractional units yards,feet & inches.
The additions have been added as new tabs.
Roof Guide - Carpentry Calc version 2.21
Updated At: 2015-02-10
