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Square feet is a unit of area measurement commonly used in real estate, construction, and land planning. It represents the area of a square with sides of 1 foot in length.
The calculator uses two methods to calculate square feet:
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Details: Accurate lot size calculation is essential for property valuation, construction planning, zoning compliance, and landscaping projects.
Tips: Choose between entering acres or dimensions. For acres, enter the acreage value. For dimensions, enter both length and width in feet.
Q1: How many square feet are in an acre?
A: There are exactly 43,560 square feet in one acre.
Q2: Can I calculate irregularly shaped lots?
A: This calculator assumes rectangular shapes. For irregular lots, divide into rectangular sections and sum the areas.
Q3: What's the difference between square feet and acres?
A: Square feet is a smaller unit (1 acre = 43,560 sq ft), useful for smaller areas, while acres are better for larger land parcels.
Q4: How precise should my measurements be?
A: For most purposes, measuring to the nearest foot is sufficient. For precise calculations (like permits), measure to the nearest inch.
Q5: Can I convert square feet back to acres?
A: Yes, divide the square footage by 43,560 to get acres.