Home Improvement

House Wrap Calculator

Estimate rolls of house wrap from wall area, roll coverage and waste.

FreeResult emailed + shownReviewed September 9, 2026
Home Improvement
Step 1

Enter your numbers

Method

How this house wrap calculator works

Wall area is increased for overlaps and waste, then divided by coverage per roll.

How to use it

  1. Exterior wall area. Enter the value in sq ft.
  2. Coverage per roll. Enter the value in sq ft.
  3. Overlap/waste allowance. Enter the value in %.
  4. Request the result. Add your email, then select “Email & show my result.”

What to do with the number

Corners, openings, laps and detailing increase material beyond net wall area. Use actual roll dimensions and the overlap instructions for the selected weather-resistive barrier.

Planning estimate

Use this result as a starting point, not a guarantee. Product specifications, site conditions, manufacturer guidance, local codes, taxes, labor, tolerances, and rounding can change the real requirement or cost.

FAQ

Questions about this calculator

What does the House Wrap Calculator calculate?

Estimate rolls of house wrap from wall area, roll coverage and waste.

What inputs does this house wrap calculator use?

The calculator uses exterior wall area, coverage per roll, overlap/waste allowance. You can replace every default with the numbers that match your situation.

How should I use the House Wrap Calculator result?

Corners, openings, laps and detailing increase material beyond net wall area.

What can make the real-world result different?

Use actual roll dimensions and the overlap instructions for the selected weather-resistive barrier.

Can I change the calculator assumptions?

Yes. The editable inputs are the assumptions. Replace the default values with your own measurements, prices, rates, quantities, or specifications before requesting the result.