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The House Square Footage Calculator calculates the total living area of a house by summing the square footage of individual rooms. This is essential for real estate valuation, property assessment, renovation planning, and space utilization analysis.
The calculator uses the simple summation formula:
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Explanation: The calculator adds up the area measurements of all specified rooms to determine the total living space of the property.
Details: Accurate square footage calculation is crucial for property valuation, insurance purposes, tax assessment, construction planning, and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.
Tips: Enter the number of rooms first, then input the square footage for each room in square feet. All values must be valid positive numbers. The calculator will automatically sum all room areas to provide the total house square footage.
Q1: What rooms should be included in the calculation?
A: Include all finished living areas such as bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and finished basements. Exclude garages, unfinished areas, and outdoor spaces.
Q2: How do I measure room square footage?
A: Measure the length and width of each room in feet and multiply them together. For irregularly shaped rooms, break them down into rectangular sections.
Q3: Should closets and hallways be included?
A: Yes, closets and interior hallways within the living space should be included in the room measurements as they are part of the finished living area.
Q4: What is the difference between gross and net square footage?
A: Gross square footage includes all interior space including walls, while net square footage measures only the usable floor space. This calculator calculates net square footage.
Q5: How accurate should my measurements be?
A: For most purposes, measurements to the nearest 0.5 feet are sufficient. For precise calculations (like construction), measure to the nearest inch and convert to decimal feet.