Roofing & Materials
Slope
How steep a roof is, expressed as rise over run — a 6/12 roof rises 6 inches for every foot it runs.
On a real claim
Slope is how steep a roof is, expressed as rise over run, so a 6/12 roof rises 6 inches for every foot it runs. On a claim slope drives the labor rate, the underlayment, and which products can be used. What goes wrong: a low slope is priced and built like a steep one, or a steep roof gets a rate meant for an easy pitch. Check the pitch on the sketch and match the material and labor to it.
Common questions
What does "Slope" mean in Xactimate estimating?
How steep a roof is, expressed as rise over run — a 6/12 roof rises 6 inches for every foot it runs.
Where does "Slope" show up in a claim?
The term matters on estimates and scopes across the insurance restoration workflow. Browse the glossary for related terms.
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