Like most homeowners, you’re always looking for ways to make your home more energy-efficient and save money on utility bills. One great way to do both is by installing a cool roof. Cool roofs are one of the latest and greatest trends in the roofing industry. If you’re not familiar with them, cool roofs are roofs that have been designed to reflect more sunlight and heat than traditional asphalt shingle roofs.
The roofing material absorbs less light by increasing reflectivity. This allows the roof to transmit less solar heat energy into the house or building. Even if you are not looking for minimizing energy bills, cool roofs are a great way to keep your temperature moderate providing you with a relaxing indoor environment.
Here, we will lay down different features of cool roofs and why a home or business owner should get them installed.
Types of Cool Roofs
Single-Ply Membranes
One of the most popular types of cool roofs is a single-ply membrane. Single-ply membranes are made from various materials, including thermoplastic polyolefin and PVC. They’re lightweight and easy to install, making them a popular choice for commercial and industrial buildings. Single-ply membranes usually come in white or light colors, which helps to reflect sunlight and keep your building cooler. In addition to reflecting sunlight, single-ply membranes help prevent heat from escaping through the roof in the winter.
Foam Roofing
Foam roofs are also known as spray polyurethane foam (SPF) roofs. More common in commercial applications and are composed of two main ingredients: isocyanate and polyol resin. These ingredients are mixed and then sprayed onto the roof, where they expand and form a protective barrier. Foam roofs have several advantages over traditional roofs. For one thing, they provide better insulation, which can help to keep your energy bills low. In addition, foam roofs are lightweight and easy to install. And because they form a seamless barrier, they can help to prevent water leaks.
Cool Shingles
Shingles are ideal for sloped roofs and are the most common roofing material used. It turns out that they can be made to support cool roofing. Color and material changes in the shingles make them reflective without sacrificing durability.
Cool Tiles
Tile roofing is one of the best and oldest methods for topping any building. Tile is arguably the most popular roofing material in the world and can last for decades.
Cool tiles are a great choice if you want to upgrade your roof tiles. You can expect them to last for the rest of your life without losing the properties that make them so valuable. New tiles are being designed with more reflectivity than older tiles, making them cool tiles.
Metal Roofs
Metal conducts heat well, so it is not surprising that it can get quite hot in direct sunlight. However, many people don’t realize that metal roofs can help keep your house cooler in summer. Because they reflect rather than absorb sunlight, they help to deflect heat away from the house. In addition, they are often coated with a light-colored material that helps to reflect heat further. As a result, metal roofs can help to keep your home cool and comfortable during the hottest months of the year.
Benefits of Cool Roofs
Cool roofs have several benefits, making them home and business owners the top choice.
Lower Energy Bills
A cool roof can help to lower your energy bills in two ways. First, reflecting sunlight helps keep your home cooler in the summer months, which means your air conditioner won’t have to work as hard (and use as much energy). Second, a cool roof can help to protect your home from the “heat island” effect. This is when an area (like a city) is significantly warmer than the surrounding countryside due to all the dark-colored rooftops absorbing heat. A cool roof can help to reduce the heat island effect by reflecting more heat into the atmosphere. As a result, cool roofs can save you money on your energy bills and help to improve the environment.
Extended Roof Life
One of the benefits of a cool roof is that it can help extend your roof’s life. Standard roofs can deteriorate quickly in hot climates due to the intense heat and UV radiation. By reflecting sunlight and absorbing less heat, cool roofs can help reduce the amount of damage caused by the sun. As a result, cool roofs often have a longer lifespan than standard roofs.
Avoid Damages and Losses
In the case of commercial and industrial facilities, keeping the interior temperature low is often necessary for preserving products and materials. Storage rooms and warehouses that need to house temperature-sensitive products are prone to overheating. They may have to be disposed of entirely if exposed to excessive warmth. Equipping your commercial building with a cool roof prevents this sort of mishap from occurring.
Reduced Carbon Emissions
Since your air conditioning system is not consuming energy as robustly as it used to, the overall carbon emissions of your home or business will be lower. In an environment where the threats of global warming cannot be more serious, installing a cool roof is a good step toward going green.
The Roof Pro Contractors are Ready to Help!
The various benefits of cool roofs make them the top choice of home and business owners who do not only want to reduce their energy bills but also want to adopt eco-friendly methods to prevent the irreversible effects of global warming.
If you’re located in Central Vancouver Island and want to take advantage of cool roofing, The Roof Pro can make it happen. Our expert team has installed energy-saving roofing throughout the region, helping home or business owners like you save money and beat the heat. We’re ready to discuss the best options for your roof and come up with an affordable financing plan.
To schedule a free consultation and a cost estimate, call us today at 2502483400