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In The Market For An Eco-Friendly Roof Replacement Option? Here's What You Need To Know

by Leslie Turner

If you're like most homeowners, replacing your roof isn't high on your list of favorite pastimes, but you nonetheless realize and appreciate the advantages of having a new roof. Not only does a brand-new roof increase the curb appeal of your home, it protects your home interior from leaks and has the potential to reduce heating and cooling costs simply by providing an insulating barrier. However, you may also be interested in keeping your carbon footprint low as well, and aren't sure of which roofing materials are eco-friendly. Following is a short list of green roofing alternatives designed to provide you with inspiration on your search for the roofing material that best suits your individual needs and preferences.

Solar Shingles

You've probably heard of solar panels — solar shingles perform the same function but are far less bulky than solar panels, and many people find them far more attractive. Solar shingles absorb energy from the sun and repurpose it to power your home. They're also less expensive than solar panels, and you don't have to use them on your entire roof — you can choose the number of solar shingles to include with other roofing materials. 

Metal Shingles

Metal roofs are often associated with large agricultural or commercial buildings, but construction technology has developed metal shingles designed for use on residential properties. These shingles are far more visually appealing than those used on their industrial counterparts and provide numerous green benefits. Light-colored metal shingles reflect sunlight away from the structure, minimizing the amount of heat that accesses the home interior, resulting in reduced air conditioning costs. Those who live where outdoor temperatures are usually cold or cool can opt for dark-colored metal shingles, which absorb heat generated by the sun and enjoy reduced heating costs as a result. Metal is also recyclable and lasts far longer than most other roofing material options.

Slate Tiles

Slate is the only roofing material that lasts longer than metal — a slate roof can last for more than 100 years, which is an eco-friendly benefit in its own right. Other green aspects of slate roofing include that it has a simple manufacturing process that doesn't generate a large amount of carbon emissions and that it's a completely natural product. It's also possible to find recycled slate, so be sure to ask your roofing contractor about that if you are interested in this option.   

For more information about roof replacement, reach out to a contractor in your area. 


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When there are things about your business building that are damaged, you can expect it to cause problems in the long run. From issues with getting top dollar for your property to dealing with incoming leaks and other issues, it pays to know how to make changes now that could improve your future. However, roofing issues can be hard to spot, which is why it really pays to do what you can to make steps towards fixing things. On this website, you can find excellent information about how roofing can be beneficial to your company, and what to look for when problems arise.