RedX Roof - Rafter Calculator, Valleys & trusses
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Save countless hours of time. Rafter calculator, Valley builder, Hip Rafter
- Rating
- 4.2
- 827 ratings
- Downloads
- 175K+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Jul 28
- 2026 · v6.9.2
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About RedX Roof - Rafter Calculator, Valleys & trusses
RedX Roof App has a Free Rafter Calculator, Truss Builder, Plywood Angles, Valley Builder, Hip Rafters, Turret Roof & Dormer Builder. You will save countless hours of work the first time you use it.
This app was designed to be Fast and Easy to get measurements on the job.
Common Rafter Builder
Using Common Rafter Builder is quick and easy, just enter the
- Roof pitch or rise
- Run length
- Overhang length
Then the app will automatically generate a to scale view of what the Rafter will look like, along with all of the measurements.
Measurements that the app generates.
- Total rafter length
- Rise from top of wall
- Rise from top of Facia
- Rafter tail length
- Birds-mouth measurements
You can control how high or how low you want your facia to be in comparison to the top of your wall and you can also edit the rafter depth.
HIP RAFTER BUILDER
Quick and Easy
Simply enter the Roof Pitch and the Run (bottom length of the common rafter), and the app will generate an image of what the Hip Rafter will look like, all of the measurements.
Measurements that the app generates.
- Hip rafter length
- Hip backing angles
- Every jack rafter length
- Jack rafter bevel angles
- All other angles
Along with every detail for every rafter, like birds mouth depth, tail length and others. This also supports different roof pitches.
So you save time and pre-cut every piece for your corner hip rafters.
PLYWOOD ANGLES
Plywood Angles is super simple to use. You just enter your first roof pitch (example 6/12) and then your other roof pitch.
The app will then generate a to scale image of the piece of plywood with the correct angle, along with the top, bottom and side measurements.
Save Time
No more taking out your measuring tape, snapping lines ext... you just saved several minutes of work and most importantly your plywood angle will be Perfect.
Edit Measurements
You can also edit any of the plywood measurements, for example if you edit the bottom measurement, the app will update all other measurements instantly.
VALLEY BUILDER
This is one of our most powerful features and the one we use the most.
How it works
- Enter first and second roof pitch
- Rafter spacing (example 16" centre)
- First truss height (detailed explanations inside the app).
With these 4 values entered the app will generate.
1- A 2d example, to scale of what the Valley will look like.
2- Gets the ridge length with the exact angles.
3- Gets the sleeper board length (colour red) with both angles.
4- Gives you a list of every single rafter lengths (colour blue) with both angles and bevels.
5- Gets the saw bevel angles if you want to bevel your sleeper.
Just like that you have every single measurement in seconds, with the exact angles. Every piece you need to build your valley.
Save Time
This way, if you wanted you could pre-cut all of your pieces on the floor, then go up on the roof once, and have have every piece installed in minutes.
GABLE TRUSS BUILDER
Easy to use
Simply enter the total length of the truss, roof pitch, stud spacing.
The app will then generate a to scale view of the truss.
Measurements that the app generates.
- Total rafter length
- Center stud length with angles
- Every stud lengths(light blue)
- Bottom run piece with angles
- Rise from top of wall
- Rafter tail length
- Birds-mouth measurements (if required)
Turret Roof Builder
How it works, Enter
- Roof Pitch
- How may sides you want your turret roof to have
- Facia overhang
- The length of a side (explanation inside the app)
With these values the app will generate an image of what the Roof will look like, all of the measurements.
Measurements that the app generates.
- Hip rafter length
- Every jack rafter length
- Jack rafter bevel angles
Along with every detail for every rafter, like birds mouth depth, tail length and others.
We are always adding new features every couple of weeks, view our new features inside the app.
Terms Of Use
https://www.redxroof.com/terms-of-use
This app was designed to be Fast and Easy to get measurements on the job.
Common Rafter Builder
Using Common Rafter Builder is quick and easy, just enter the
- Roof pitch or rise
- Run length
- Overhang length
Then the app will automatically generate a to scale view of what the Rafter will look like, along with all of the measurements.
Measurements that the app generates.
- Total rafter length
- Rise from top of wall
- Rise from top of Facia
- Rafter tail length
- Birds-mouth measurements
You can control how high or how low you want your facia to be in comparison to the top of your wall and you can also edit the rafter depth.
HIP RAFTER BUILDER
Quick and Easy
Simply enter the Roof Pitch and the Run (bottom length of the common rafter), and the app will generate an image of what the Hip Rafter will look like, all of the measurements.
Measurements that the app generates.
- Hip rafter length
- Hip backing angles
- Every jack rafter length
- Jack rafter bevel angles
- All other angles
Along with every detail for every rafter, like birds mouth depth, tail length and others. This also supports different roof pitches.
So you save time and pre-cut every piece for your corner hip rafters.
PLYWOOD ANGLES
Plywood Angles is super simple to use. You just enter your first roof pitch (example 6/12) and then your other roof pitch.
The app will then generate a to scale image of the piece of plywood with the correct angle, along with the top, bottom and side measurements.
Save Time
No more taking out your measuring tape, snapping lines ext... you just saved several minutes of work and most importantly your plywood angle will be Perfect.
Edit Measurements
You can also edit any of the plywood measurements, for example if you edit the bottom measurement, the app will update all other measurements instantly.
VALLEY BUILDER
This is one of our most powerful features and the one we use the most.
How it works
- Enter first and second roof pitch
- Rafter spacing (example 16" centre)
- First truss height (detailed explanations inside the app).
With these 4 values entered the app will generate.
1- A 2d example, to scale of what the Valley will look like.
2- Gets the ridge length with the exact angles.
3- Gets the sleeper board length (colour red) with both angles.
4- Gives you a list of every single rafter lengths (colour blue) with both angles and bevels.
5- Gets the saw bevel angles if you want to bevel your sleeper.
Just like that you have every single measurement in seconds, with the exact angles. Every piece you need to build your valley.
Save Time
This way, if you wanted you could pre-cut all of your pieces on the floor, then go up on the roof once, and have have every piece installed in minutes.
GABLE TRUSS BUILDER
Easy to use
Simply enter the total length of the truss, roof pitch, stud spacing.
The app will then generate a to scale view of the truss.
Measurements that the app generates.
- Total rafter length
- Center stud length with angles
- Every stud lengths(light blue)
- Bottom run piece with angles
- Rise from top of wall
- Rafter tail length
- Birds-mouth measurements (if required)
Turret Roof Builder
How it works, Enter
- Roof Pitch
- How may sides you want your turret roof to have
- Facia overhang
- The length of a side (explanation inside the app)
With these values the app will generate an image of what the Roof will look like, all of the measurements.
Measurements that the app generates.
- Hip rafter length
- Every jack rafter length
- Jack rafter bevel angles
Along with every detail for every rafter, like birds mouth depth, tail length and others.
We are always adding new features every couple of weeks, view our new features inside the app.
Terms Of Use
https://www.redxroof.com/terms-of-use
What’s new
Version 6.9.2 · Updated July 28, 2026
This update adds a new rafter calculator and bug fixes
User reviews
It worked great for me!
Great app
Useful
This app is easy to use and it saved me lots of time. Love it
The valley builder is great, i just enter the roof pitch and the height of truss, then i get the ridge length, and every rafter length. I probabily saved 2 hours of work using this app.
Buena aplicación
Frequently asked questions
What features does the RedX Roof App offer?
The RedX Roof App offers a Rafter Calculator, Truss Builder, Plywood Angles, Valley Builder, Hip Rafters, Turret Roof & Dormer Builder.
How does the Common Rafter Builder work?
With the Common Rafter Builder, you simply enter the roof pitch, run length, and overhang length, and the app will generate a to scale view of the rafter along with all the necessary measurements.
What measurements does the app generate for common rafters?
The app generates measurements such as total rafter length, rise from top of wall, rise from top of fascia, rafter tail length, and birds-mouth measurements.
Can I customize the height of my fascia and the rafter depth in the Common Rafter Builder?
Yes, you have the ability to control the height of the fascia in comparison to the top of the wall and edit the rafter depth.
How does the Hip Rafter Builder work?
In the Hip Rafter Builder, you input the roof pitch and the run length of the common rafter, and the app will generate an image of the hip rafter along with all the necessary measurements.
What measurements does the app generate for hip rafters?
The app generates measurements such as hip rafter length, hip backing angles, every jack rafter length, jack rafter bevel angles, and other angles.
How does the Plywood Angles feature work?
With the Plywood Angles feature, you enter the roof pitches, and the app will generate a to scale image of the plywood piece with the correct angle, as well as the top, bottom, and side measurements.
How can the Plywood Angles feature save time?
By using the Plywood Angles feature, you avoid the need for manual measuring and snapping lines, saving both time and ensuring perfect plywood angles.
Can the measurements in the Plywood Angles feature be edited?
Yes, you can edit any of the plywood measurements, and the app will instantly update all other measurements accordingly.
How does the Valley Builder feature work?
In the Valley Builder feature, you enter the first and second roof pitches, rafter spacing, and first truss height, and the app will generate a 2D example of the valley along with all the necessary measurements.
What measurements and calculations does the Valley Builder feature provide?
The Valley Builder feature provides the ridge length with exact angles, sleeper board length with both angles, a list of every single rafter length with angles and bevels, as well as the saw bevel angles if needed.
How can the Valley Builder feature save time?
By using the Valley Builder feature, you can quickly obtain all the necessary measurements and angles for every piece needed to build your valley, allowing for efficient pre-cutting and installation.
How does the Gable Truss Builder work?
In the Gable Truss Builder, you enter the total length of the truss, roof pitch, and stud spacing, and the app will generate a to scale view of the truss along with all the necessary measurements.
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