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Metal Roofs & Sustainability- Why They Are Ideal For Eco-Conscious Homeowners

09/11/2020

As a sustainable lifestyle becomes a trend, more and more homeowners are looking for ways to make their living spaces eco-friendly. Fortunately, there is much that you can do for sustainability, from the choice of construction material to energy-efficient designing and eco-friendly installations. Your home’s roofing system is an element that can help you achieve the objective of doing your bit for the environment. Metal roofs make a great choice when it comes to making your home sustainable. Here are the reasons why you should opt for a metal roof rather than a conventional one made with tiles and shingles.

Energy efficiency

Metal roofs can use a range of options such as tin, aluminum, copper, and galvanized steel. These materials are naturally energy efficient because of their strong solar reflectance and thermal emissivity. You can expect the heat to stay out during summer and stay in during winter. It is great from the energy-efficiency perspective as your home ends up using less energy for heating and cooling. Moreover, it helps you save a fortune on energy costs every year. The choice of the right color for your metal roof can make energy savings a notch higher because white or light-colored metal roofs can save up the energy expenditure significantly. Pre-painted metal is capable of retaining its reflexivity, which also helps in cutting down the power bills.

Long-lasting 

Any installation that lasts long is a plus from the sustainability mindset because it lowers the carbon footprint of your living space. Fortunately, a high-quality, properly installed metal roof has the potential to last for decades, with little or no maintenance requirements. Moreover, metal roofs are safe from lightning and can withstand extreme weather conditions without being damaged. The durability and rigidity of metal give it good chances of lasting much longer than a typical tiled structure even with minimal upkeep. It would fade, crack, peel, or disintegrate like other roofing materials. The longer it lasts, the more eco-friendly it is.

Recycled and recyclable

Going green is about making conscious efforts to minimize waste and embrace recyclability and reusability. Roofing replacement costs a lot of waste, and conventional installations like asphalt shingles end up in landfills in a shorter replacement period. Moreover, metal is recyclable, which means that it wouldn’t have a negative environmental impact even at the end of its functional life. Metal roofing is, in fact, the only green construction material as it does not go into landfills. Homeowners also end up saving on labor and resources involved in repairs and replacement, which are less frequent due to longer service life. 

Apart from being great from the sustainability perspective, metal roofs add value to your property. They look good and last long with little or no maintenance. You can expect a good return on investment in the long run because you save in many ways, from installation, maintenance and replacement, and your power bills. While metal roofing can be the smartest choice for a homeowner, it is also a small way you can make a difference to the environment. 

Photo by anthony mcgee on Unsplash

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