Roofing Mount Pleasant

ROOFING MOUNT PLEASANT, IA

Popular Environmentally Friendly Roof Replacement Materials

If your home needs a roof replacement, now is the best time to consider going green. Choosing a “green” roof is not only environmentally friendly, but it is an excellent way to increase the resale value of your property. Choosing to use environmentally safe roofing solutions may also help you save more money in on your energy costs. When it comes to environmentally friendly roofing Mount Pleasant homeowners have a few great options to choose from, including metal, rubber and slate.
Metal Roofing Materials
One of the most common types of environmentally friendly materials for roofing Mount Pleasant homeowners are drawn to is metal. A metal roof can often times be installed directly over your existing roof or it can be used as a completely new replacement. An added benefit of installing a metal roof over an existing roof is that there will be an added layer of insulation. It also helps to reduce waste in local landfills if the existing roof is left in place. Metal roofs are extremely energy efficient. The metal reflects the heat which helps the interior of your home feel cooler in the summer. Metal roofing materials are available in a wide range of styles and the metal can be installed to look like other, more expensive roofing materials, such as cedar shake or tile.

Rubber Roofing Materials

Rubber roofing materials are typically used on flat roofs. The materials used are recycled from a variety of rubber items, such as tires. When choosing rubber roofing Mount Pleasant homeowners can expect to have very little maintenance as well as a roof that will last for several years. When choosing a rubber roof replacement, you will have several additional options to choose from that can help to significantly reduce the use of energy, such a polyurethane coating which will provide an additional thermal barrier. Rubber roofs are waterproof and they reflect the heat, so there is less energy needed to heat and cool your home.

Slate Roof Replacement

When they are searching for environmentally friendly roofing Mount Pleasant homeowners like the custom look it gives their home. Slate is available in a wide variety of colors and hues, and since each piece of slate is uniquely different, it gives your home a custom look. Slate is stain resistant, durable and water resistant. Slate that is used for roofing materials is formed in the ground, so it comes from nature, which means if it needs to be removed, it can be returned back to the ground without harming the environment. Slate roofs are very low maintenance and in many cases have a life span of 75 to 100 years.
If you are new to the possibility of choosing green materials for a roof replacement, it may be helpful to contact a local contractor who uses environmentally friendly roofing. A professional roofing contractor will be able to recommend the environmentally roofing materials that are best suited for your home and your individual needs. When it’s time to replace your roof, choosing environmentally friendly materials will often help to extend the life of the roof as well as save you money on your energy costs.
To learn more information about environmentally friendly roofing materials, contact BW Construction, we’ll be happy to schedule an appointment for an inspection and to talk with you about the best green roofing materials for your specific needs.
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