Tech & Energy
Solar Roof Pitch Calculator
Most roofs are not optimal pitch. See how much production you lose vs a perfectly tilted array.
Production vs optimal
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- Optimal tilt
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- Pitch difference
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- Orientation loss
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FAQ
Convert roof pitch (rise/run) to degrees? +
6/12 = 26.5°, 8/12 = 33.7°, 10/12 = 39.8°. Use a pitch calculator if unsure.
Worth tilting flat roofs? +
Yes — typically 5-8° tilt boosts production by 4-7% and helps water/snow shed. But tilts also reduce array density.