New Roof Designs With Solar Reflection

Copyright (c) 2013 David Hotz

Have you ever noticed how warm your attic is? During the hot summer days, your attic can get extremely hot. What could be drawing so much heat up there? One part of the answer is about heat rising, but did you realize that those dark colored shingles absorb heat?

Granted, dark roof surfaces are meant to stand out and improve the overall appearance of your home. At what cost though? It is known that dark colors draw in heat and your roofing tiles may be magnets for sun rays. Good luck at cooling down your attic and this may increase the electric bill as well. Besides window replacements, this is another way of reducing your utility bill by simply replacing the old roof with a summer friendly design.

Here is a few things to consider for building a summer friendly roof like solar reflection. If you can reflect solar ways such as infrared or ultraviolet, then the tiles will never absorb them. High thermal emittance is another way to reduce the heat levels. Use both in combination for the greatest effect.

The most asked question I receive on this is "Does it cost more for a heat reflecting design?" and the answer is no. Even when the cost is a bit more, it's hardly enough to make a fuss about. Plus considering the money you will save on utilities and not roasting when you enter the attic, it's worth it. Some states even offer tax breaks for using energy saving materials.

Besides reducing your energy bills and upstairs heat, you will also benefit in other ways. For instance, the comfort level upstairs will improve. That may improve the health of those who reside there from over heat issues and breathing problems. These designs will also grant your roof more durability and life span. Also, these roofs are environmentally friendly by reducing greenhouse gasses and emissions.

Many companies don't suggest these roof designs often enough and you should ask the roofer about them. See if they normally provide these styles and are qualified to install them. Don't be afraid to ask questions or research on the internet for more details. Knowledge is your best friend when hiring any service company in any industry. With all of these benefits and roughly the same costs of the average roof, why would you not consider these heat reflection roof designs? Join the modern age and help our planet by just adding one of these types of roofs.

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