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Save On Energy Bills with Metal Roofing in Iowa and in Other States

January 18, 2014/in Info Article/by Audrey Heaberlin

In a world besieged by constant news of the dire effects of profligate energy consumption, it is not surprising to find that the call for efficiency and sustainability has been answered by many. We know that a conscious effort toward minimizing our carbon footprint is critical to preserve the shaky balance of our ecosystem.

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The Metal Roofing Alliance educates consumers by publishing the benefits of cool metal roofing in Iowa and all over the country. When heeded, this recommendation will help in not only lowering energy emission rates, but also gaining greater cost savings. On their website, the Alliance said:

“As reported by the Cool Metal Roofing Coalition and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, installation of reflective metal roofing can save your home up to 40% in summer cooling energy costs while highly emissive metal roofs can reduce urban air temperatures by as much as 12 ° F. Combined, these benefits mean less money out of your wallet, less dependence on energy resources and less general air pollution in your neighborhood and across the nation.”

Cool metal roofs typically feature colored coatings that are designed to deflect heat, which reduces the amount trapped inside residences. In addition, they can re-emit the heat they have absorbed. This helps in lowering the air temperature in urban areas, which results in slower formation of smog.

Supplementary steps may also be taken to boost the rewards that come from a metal roofing system. Adding insulation, for instance, will fortify roofs into conducting transfer of heat and air more economically. Utility bills will decrease, and homeowners can expect optimal comfort and indoor air quality for the long term.

Homeowners interested in installing metal roofs can turn to trusted Iowa roofing contractors such as Waddle Exteriors. These solution providers offer a wide range of materials and coatings for property owners to choose from, no matter what their architectural design, financial limitations, or aesthetic goals are.

Waddle Exteriors and other home improvement companies also specialize in other elements of the home, including windows, gutters, doors, and attics. They can, thus, help families in turning their homes into more sustainable living spaces.

(Article Excerpt and Image from Energy Savings with Cool Metal Roofing, www.metalroofing.com)

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