As a homeowner, you have so many different factors to consider when it comes to upkeep, maintenance, utilities, and more. Maybe you’ve considered the energy efficiency of your home or maybe you just don’t know where to start. Did you know that your roof can directly impact your home’s energy efficiency? The amount of head your roof either deflects or absorbs will directly impact the amount of electricity required to cool your home, not to mention the wear and tear on your cooling equipment. Continue reading to learn more about roofing products that can improve your home’s efficiency.
What is a cool roof?
Traditional roofs can absorb a significant amount of heat from the sun and cause your home or building’s interior to become warmer and require more energy to cool. A ‘cool roof’ is designed to reflect sunlight and the accompanying heat. This will decrease the amount of heat that enters your home and improve energy efficiency. Cool roofs reflect the energy of the sun by using white or light colors as well as reflective sheets, shingles, or paint.
How much difference will it make?
During the summertime, surface temperatures of our roofs skyrocket and can easily reach 150 ºF. This heat will begin to transfer through the structure until it impacts the interior temperature. The application of a cool roof coating can reasonably decrease the roofs surface temperature by 50 ºF and quickly improve the condition of the interior of the building.
Is a cool roof a smart investment?
When your cooling equipment is battling the raging summer heat, the application of a cool roof coating is one of the best investments you can make in your home or building. Energy prices can be volatile, especially during the summer. Some regions are even subject to peak demand charges when the electricity is more expensive at the hottest times of the day. By applying a cool roof coating, you can immediately improve your home or building’s energy efficiency and quickly save money on your utility bills.
Does a cool roof impact the environment?
A cool roof can cause a ripple effect of not only cost efficiencies but also environmental benefits. When your home is using less energy, you’re contributing to energy saving of your community. The more homes that have a cool roof in a given area, the less likely the community is to experience the urban heat island effect, which is believed to be a factor contributing to climate change. One cool roof can also contribute to a decrease in energy consumption, reducing peak demand for power and minimizing the likelyhood of power outages.
What are the other benefits of a cool roof?
A cool roof will not only make a beneficial impact on your budget, but also the overall comfort of your home. Most home have certain rooms or areas that the cooling system does not reach, such as the garage. A cool roof will cause these areas of the home to be cooler and you will experience fewer negative effects of the heat.
How long do cool roofs last?
While a cool roof has many great benefits right out of the gate, this roof coating will also help extend the useful life of your roof. By preventing wear and tear and protecting from foreign objects, your roof will last longer and you can delay significant roof repairs or even replacement.
When you’re ready to invest in a cutting edge cool roof coating for your home, look no further than Everlast Coatings. We pride ourselves in treating each unique customer with respect and care. We proudly offer Energy Star certified roofing products so that you can be confident in the products you apply to your home. Learn more by stopping in one of our Phoenix area locations or by calling (602) 374-3885. Our team is eager to answer your questions!