# Roof Tool

> Roofing calculation tool for pitch and geometrical lengths of roof members. (iPhone/iPad app by Blue Dog Training PTY LTD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roof-tool/id463242493 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Blue Dog Training PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/463242496)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-09-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roof-tool/id463242493/reviews.md

## What is Roof Tool?

Blue Dog Training is proud to introduce the Roof Tool.  Whether you are building a Hip and Valley, Splayed End Hip, Hexagonal or Octagonal Roof, this handy little app will calculate the pitch and geometrical length of all roofing members.

Features:
 • 4 popular roof types available.
 • Pinch to zoom around your roof.
 • Email roofing calculations and image.
 • Supports imperial or metric.

## Key features

- Calculates pitch and length of roofing members
- Supports 4 popular roof types
- Pinch to zoom roof visualization
- Email calculations and images
- Imperial or metric unit support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roof-tool/id463242493/reviews.md

### 4/5 — One more thing until this app is 100% the best

*2020-04-25, version 2.0*

If you could add in the thickness of hip lengths this would make my job easier by telling truss roof designers they are forgetting the fact that they work to center lines not allowing for birdy location or taking off for creeper rafters

### 1/5 — Useless

*2017-06-26, version 1.0*

Crashes every single time I press calculate. 

Running iOS 10

### 5/5 — Everything a roof framer needs

*2015-05-25, version 1.0*

Gives u piece of mind with calcs, cheaper than Staines red book and good for aussie construction.!! 3 massive ticks!! Go blue dog !

### 5/5 — Great app

*2014-08-26, version 1.0*

What a great app could do with timber sizes as mentioned before and I am unsure what measurement the app wants for offset any help would be appreciated
Hope lots of people download this app and we get lots of great updates

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2013-04-04, version 1.0*

What a fantastic app. It works perfectly. I normally use my roofing square to work out and cut my roofs but this app does it just the same but quicker. I love it. :o)

### 4/5 — 99% brilliant

*2012-10-26, version 1.0*

Absolutely fantastic!
Saves so much time! 
Cut everything on the timber stack then put it together, no offering up and marking and working out! 👍
....only thing missing is timber size! Hopefully the designers read this and have a little tweak 😉

### 5/5 — Mr

*2011-11-30, version 1.0*

Ripper app, a must for every chippie, good on ya Blue Dog

### 5/5 — Tim

*2011-11-03, version 1.0*

Really good tool, easy to use, saves heaps of time. Good one Blue Dog.

### 5/5 — Very handy

*2011-10-24, version 1.0*

Fantastic

### 5/5 — Chippie

*2011-10-13, version 1.0*

Great tool easy to use,thanks Blue Dog

## Frequently asked questions about Roof Tool

### What roof types does Roof Tool support?

Roof Tool supports four popular roof types: Hip and Valley, Splayed End Hip, Hexagonal, and Octagonal roofs.

### Can I use Roof Tool offline?

The provided data does not specify offline functionality. However, as a calculation tool, it is likely to function without an internet connection once installed.

### Does Roof Tool have ads?

No, Roof Tool does not contain advertisements.

### What devices is Roof Tool compatible with?

Roof Tool is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Roof Tool updated?

The latest version, 2.0, was released on August 30, 2017. This indicates infrequent updates.

### What is the age rating for Roof Tool?

Roof Tool has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young users.

### Can I share my calculations from Roof Tool?

Yes, Roof Tool allows you to email your roofing calculations and associated images directly from the app.

### What is the user sentiment for Roof Tool?

User sentiment appears to be mixed, with an average rating of 2.3 stars from 3 ratings.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 2.0 — 2017-08-30

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

• iOS 11 support.
• New icon and app design.
• Support for larger iPhones and iPads (vertical orientation only).
• Additional input navigation controls. 
• Navigate back via edge swipes.

### 1.0 — 2011-09-16

No release notes.

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