You can quickly generate complex roofs by selecting a face, choosing your parameters, and letting the plugin do the work. This significantly reduces the time spent on manual modeling, allowing for faster iterative designs. 2. High-Level Customization
This is a challenging request because does not appear to be a standard, widely recognized product name in construction, building materials, or architectural engineering databases (such as ASTM, ISO, or major manufacturer catalogs like GAF, Owens Corning, or CertainTeed).
is a high-performance SketchUp extension developed by Chuck Vali of Vali Architects that automates the creation of complex roof structures . It is widely used by architects and designers to generate detailed roofs in seconds, a process that would otherwise take hours of manual 3D modeling. Core Functionality and Features
: Every element is adjustable. You can modify pitch, eaves overhang, fascia depth, and rafter settings through intuitive dialog boxes even after the roof is created. Detailed Framing instant roof pro rbz
Field trials on 5,000+ m² commercial roofs to validate long-term creep resistance (>10 years).
is a professional-grade extension for SketchUp developed by Vali Architects (Chuck Vali) that automates the creation of complex roof structures. The ".rbz" designation refers to the standard SketchUp extension file format used for manual installation. Core Functionality
Leverage the automation to handle large-scale commercial buildings such as retail spaces, industrial facilities, and office parks. The accuracy of the parametric output ensures precise take-offs and measurements. You can quickly generate complex roofs by selecting
[Vali Instant Roof Free] Incompatible with SU 2014 & higher (Ruby 2.x)
As of 2026, the plugin is developed by Valley Architects. It is typically available in two forms: Approximately per year for the standalone plugin.
Hip, Gable, Shed, Gambrel, Mansard, and complex, customized roofs. Core Functionality and Features : Every element is
Note: Minimum requirement for ASTM D638 for roofing underlayment is 1.75 kN/m after 24h.
Unlike simple roof plugins that only create a flat surface, Instant Roof Pro excels at generating high-quality 3D geometry, including detailed framing, fascia, eaves, and shingles. Key Features and Benefits