People who live in hot, humid climates tend to dress in light colors and whites to stay cool. While colors reflect heat and sunlight, darker ones absorb them. This is something we have been taught since childhood. People and buildings are alike in many ways. Having a roof that is darker than the rest of the structure will make it hotter. It is possible to create a cool roof by using roofing materials that effectively reflect solar radiation to space. Low-slope roofs benefit most from cool materials that are dazzling white, but non-white hues are already becoming more widely available for sloping roofs. High emissivity is required for cool roofs to emit infrared energy. Bare metal and metallic coatings tend to be regarded as uncool materials because of their low emissivity. If you are based in Valley City, ND, Mid-West Roofing Systems is ready to help you. Get in touch with us now at 701-500-9399.
Why should you install a cool roof?
By installing a cool roof, up to 100 degrees can be shaved off the temperature of a building’s roof. Keeping the attic and ducts cold reduces energy costs, improves occupant comfort, reduces the roof’s maintenance expenses, and reduces urban heat islands and their accompanying smog. Cool Roofs save money on annual utility bills by reducing air conditioning expenditures during the hottest months of the year. If you have time-of-use metering, you can save money during times of peak electricity usage. By increasing the life of your roof, you can save money on roof repairs and replacements.
It reduces the “heat island effect” in cities and suburbs by reducing infrared conversion from visible light; reducing air pollution and smog formation; reducing roofing waste added to landfills. If you are based in Valley City, ND, Mid-West Roofing Systems is ready to help you. Get in touch with us now at 701-500-9399.