| Sr.No. | Hip Roof | Gable Roof |
| 1 | Hip Vs Gable What | |
| What is Hip Roof | What is Gable Roof | |
| Hipped roofs have a style where all roof sides slope downward over the walls of your home | Gabled roofs are the kind young children typically draw. They have two sloping sides that come together at a ridge, creating end walls with a triangular extension, called a gable, at the top. | |
| 2 | Hip Vs Gable Advantages | |
| Advantages of Hip Roof | Advantages of Gable Roof | |
| Hip roofs are more stable than gable roofs. The inward slope of all four sides is what makes it sturdier and more durable. Hip roofs are excellent for both high wind and snowy areas. The slant of the roof allows snow to easily slide off with no standing water. | Gable roof structures easily shed water and snow which makes them great for areas with heavy snowfall. The steep pitch of gable roofs allows for excellent water drainage and fewer leaks. They also allow for more ventilation, and provide more space for an attic or vaulted ceilings | |
| 3 | Hip Vs Gable Disadvantages | |
| Disadvantages of Hip Roof | Disadvantages of Gable Roof | |
| More complex and costly to design and build. Less attic space due to sloping on all sides | Gable roof prone to damage in high winds. Design is “more plain” looking than a hip roof | |
| 4 | Hip Vs Gable Types | |
| Types of Hip Roof | Types of Gable Roof | |
| Side Roof GableFront Roof GableCrossed Gable | Simple Hip RoofHalf Hip RoofCross-Shaped Roof | |
| 5 | Hip Vs Gable Roof Cost | |
| Hip Roof Cost | Gable Roof Cost | |
| A hipped roof costs anywhere between $20,00 to $50,000 depending on the slope, pitch, and size of your roof, as well as the roofing material used. You can expect to pay $8 to $12 per sq. foot. | The cost to build a gable porch roof runs $16 to $30 per square foot. | |
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