1. What is Square Footage?

Square footage is a measurement of area expressed in square feet (sq ft). It represents the total floor space of a house, room, or building and is commonly used in real estate, construction, and interior design.

2. How to Calculate Square Footage

The basic formula for calculating square footage of a rectangular space is:

For a house with multiple rooms:

• Measure the length and width of each room
• Calculate the area of each room
• Sum all room areas to get total square footage

3. Why Calculate Square Footage?

Details: Knowing the square footage is essential for determining property value, calculating material needs for flooring or painting, estimating heating/cooling requirements, and comparing properties.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Enter length and width for each room in feet
• Add more rooms as needed using the "Add Another Room" button
• All measurements must be positive numbers
• The calculator will sum all room areas automatically

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I measure irregularly shaped rooms?
A: Divide the space into rectangular sections, calculate each separately, then sum the areas.

Q2: Should I include closets in room measurements?
A: Yes, measure to the interior walls and include all usable space.

Q3: Do I measure from inside or outside walls?
A: For interior spaces, measure from the interior surfaces of walls.

Q4: How accurate should measurements be?
A: For most purposes, measuring to the nearest inch (0.08 feet) is sufficient.

Q5: What about multi-level homes?
A: Calculate each floor separately, then sum the totals.