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Is Metal Roofing An Eco-Friendly Choice?
Metal Roofing is part of a growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products. People are looking for recycled, organic, and eco-friendly products to supply needs including food, clothing, household goods, personal care items, home and building design, and building materials in Indonesia. Research and case studies show that using eco-friendly products is not only good for the individual in terms of natural health, comfort, or energy savings, but it is also good for the environment in far-reaching ways.
Metal roofing falls into the eco-friendly product category for a variety of reasons. The benefits of metal roofing that impact homeowners, including energy savings, product longevity, and recyclability, also benefit our planet.
Energy Savings - Compared to dark gray asphalt shingles, metal roofing can save homeowners up to 25% on cooling costs. This is due to the reflective and radiant nature of the roof which reduces heat penetrating the roof deck by approximately 45 percent. Energy savings are not only good for the wallet, they are also good for the environment. Less energy consumed means less fossil fuels burned and reduces pollution, smog, and urban heat islands.
Longevity - Metal roofs are estimated to last over 50 years which is 2 to 3 times longer than asphalt shingle roofs. This gives a good chance that the metal roof will be the last roof a homeowner will need to install on their home, reducing the time, energy, money, and materials that will be used on re-roofing. In addition to saving on building materials, the long life of a metal roof also cuts down on asphalt shingle waste going into landfills by 2 and 3 times.
Recycled Materials - Metal roofs contribute to the growing market for recycled steel homes, including old cars, dishwashers, and refrigerators. All metal roofs contain a minimum of 25% recycled content and, at the end of their useful service life, metal roofs are 100% recyclable. Compare this to the tons of asphalt shingles and other roofing materials that are dumped in landfills each year.
Metal roofs are "green" all the way through - from construction, to use, to the end of their long life. These eco-friendly properties meet the demand for green building practices, energy savings, and green home design that so many homeowners are seeking. Whether for new home construction, home improvement, energy efficiency, or re-roofing needs, metal roofing is a green building option that more and more consumers are choosing.
When planning with a contractor to build a green home, be sure to check out the quality of the roofing product. A dedicated metal roofing company is ideal although it is still important to research the product and investigate the warranties available, the company’s guarantees, expected energy savings, and customer reviews and testimonials. There are varying qualities of metal roofing systems and roofing companies so doing this research will help you get the best green building product available in your area. Metal roofing is an investment that will pay off rapidly over the long life of the roof, helping you to feel good about your choice for both yourself and the world around you.
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