Understanding Your Roof’s Impact On Your Home’s Energy Efficiency (And How to Improve It)

1. CALL KIDD ROOFING TODAY GET A QUOTE (866) 758-4296 ABOUT US RESIDENTIAL ROOFING COMMERCIAL ROOFING MULTI FAMILY PORTFOLIO LOCATIONS BLOG Residential and Commercial Roofing Blog We've Done Roofing Installation & Repair for Decades Areas of Expertise Commercial Roofing Residential Roofing Understanding Your Roof’s Impact On Your Home’s Energy Efficiency (And How to Improve It) Multi Family Roofing Categories Posted on Friday, November 15th, 2024 at 11:08 am Get Your Roofing Estimate Now! As a homeowner, you want a cost-effective roofing system, especially when it comes to its energy efficiency. Your roof’s energy performance impacts your utility bills, consistent internal temperatures, comfort, and even your home’s structural integrity. Please choose a division * Residential Roofing Commercial Roofing Below we’ll explain your roofing system’s role in energy performance and how to improve it for an energy-efficient home. FullName * Roofing Materials Email * Your home’s energy efficiency will vary depending on the materials used for your roof. Due to their unique physical structures, roofing materials differ in how they withstand weather patterns. Phone number * City * For example, metal roofs are known for their high heat absorption and reflectivity. Common materials metal roofing systems use include steel, copper, and aluminum. These materials naturally absorb heat and reflect sunlight and UV radiation to keep your home cooler inside. As a result, you can reduce utility costs because you’re consuming less energy to cool your home. ZipCode * Additional energy-efficient roofing materials include: AdditionalComments / Thingsweshouldknow Clay tiles Single-ply Asphalt shingles Roof Color and Solar Reflection CAPTCHA In addition to roofing materials, their colors will impact your home’s energy efficiency. White or lighter-colored roofing materials are considered “cool roofs” and can boost your home’s reflectivity against prolonged solar exposure and UV radiation. I'm not a robot reCAPTCHA Privacy - Terms SUBMITINFORMATION According to the EPA, white roofing products stay the coolest in the sun and can reflect 60% to 90% of sunlight, while cooler-colored ones are about 30% to 60%. You may want to consider getting a roof replacement for a cool roofing system because of the potential returns offered. Your home could qualify for money-saving rebates from utility and government programs for investing in a cool roofing system from a roof replacement company. Not to mention the reduced energy bills because you’re decreasing your air conditioning use. TESTIMONIALS Kidd Roofing San Antonio (Jeremy) responded quickly to our request for an assessment/quote, was friendly and candid, gave helpful advice on dealing with inspectors and insurance, did great work, charg... If you can’t afford a roof replacement and have a darker-colored roofing system, you can boost its solar and UV reflection with cool roofing technologies. UV- reflective coatings and special pigment colorants can be painted on top of your roofing materials to enhance its energy-efficient performance. This is especially crucial if you live in an area with extreme heat and tropical climates. Show more... Brityn Willis Bennet Insulation and Ventilation Energy-efficient roofing systems aren’t just for keeping the heat out during hotter seasons. It’s also for preventing heat leakage during colder seasons. That’s why having proper insulation and ventilation is crucial to regulate your home’s temperature year-round. ← → Your attic’s insulation plays a key role in your roofing system to reduce energy loss. It limits the amount of air leaking through the floors, walls, and ceilings by sealing it from the outdoor elements. If you find a significant amount of daylight shining through your attic, your roof likely has large cracks or holes, resulting in higher utility costs because of energy waste. Additionally, ventilation goes hand-in-hand with insulation for maximum energy efficiency. Attics are usually the hottest space in your home. Without proper airflow, heat can build up and radiate throughout other living areas, causing you to increase and strain your air conditioning system. Roofing ventilation provides a natural airflow by drawing cooler air in through the intake vents and pushing hotter air out through the exhaust vents. It allows your attic to maintain a more consistent temperature by releasing trapped hot air regularly. As a homeowner, you also pose several risks from poor attic ventilation and insulation. Your roof can accumulate water vapor, potentially causing material rot, cement erosion, and mold/mildew growth. If these issues grow and are left unaddressed, you may need to hire a roof replacement company as your home’s structural integrity becomes compromised—which is more costly to fix than standard repairs. Roof Maintenance and Upgrades Like other aspects of your home, your roof requires regular maintenance for optimal energy efficiency. Regular roof inspections (bi-annually and post-storms) along with timely repairs help catch developing problems before they become severe structural and energy-related issues. As mentioned, attic insulation damage and poor ventilation increase energy consumption. Even if you have reflective roofing materials, if they become dented or torn off during a storm, this damage compromises their capabilities. You can also upgrade to an energy-efficient roofing system to enhance its performance. From cooler colors to highly reflective materials and roof replacements, you can significantly improve your home’s energy efficiency with these investments. Whether you’re looking to reduce utility costs, improve interior comfort, or are an eco-conscious homeowner, your roof plays a critical role in your home’s energy performance. Categories: Uncategorized

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