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Who Needs a Cool Roof System ?

You do! Recent studies by the Department of Energy, Lawrence Berkeley Laboratories and NASA have shown a variety of benefits of cool roofing systems. These studies show that cool roofing systems should be utilized in both the residential and commercial markets. The studies document energy savings in climates as far north as Chicago with savings substantially increased in the sun-belt and desert climates. According to Dr. Jeff of NASA at Marshall’s Global Hydrology and Climate Center,“One things for sure, the three cities we looked at are hot. They can use a lot of trees and reflective roof tops.”Cool Roofing products are specifically designed to reflect and emit heat and UV rays away from your roof surface.This can lead to substantial savings for those who take advantage of these benefits. Cool Roof Systems drastically reduce roof temperatures, lower cooling costs and extend thelife of your roof. In addition, they help to lower emissions, thus helping to alleviate the ‘Heat Island’ effect and improve air quality. Surprisingly, less than 10% of all roofs are classified and capitalize on the many benefits associated with ‘Cool Roofs.’

Cool Roof coatings should be installed as part of the original roof system and are now required by code in some areas of the country. However, in many cases these products are not installed. Fortunately, these coatings can simply be applied directly over your existing roof system. While these products have been around for many decades, they have only recently come into the eye of public awareness. With the recent energy crisis, there have been numerous public awareness campaigns by the EPA,Department of Energy and local energy commissions. These efforts have provided Cool Roof coatings with well deserved publicity.‘Cool Roofs’ are a smart investment that save you money! Dark colored roof surfaces absorb a tremendous amount of heat. This heat is transferred into your building, resulting in a substantial increase in peak load energy demand and cooling costs. Cool roof surfaces have a direct impact on reducing roof temperatures, heat transfer, energy usage and cooling costs. Scientists from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the EPA have documented studies in which the installation of a ‘Cool’ elastomeric coating system reduced cooling demand up to an amazing 50%. This reduction in energy demand translates into substantial energy savings and lower cooling costs. In addition to energy savings, ‘Cool Roof Systems’ will greatly increase the life cycle of your roof and HVAC systems. Think about this: When was the last time you laid out in the sun for a full day without sunscreen? Your unprotected roof faces this challenge 365 days a year causing blisters, cracking and premature aging. Your investment in a ‘Cool Roof System’ makes sense that will save you money now and in the future! Click here for your free roof survey and energy savings evaluation. Let us add profit to your bottom line!