Ways a New Roof Can Lower Your Energy Bills This Summer
As temperatures rise, so do energy bills. Weatherproofing your home with a new roof is an excellent way to manage energy costs, and a roof replacement can enhance energy efficiency in various ways.
Insulating Materials
Modern roofing materials are designed to prioritize energy efficiency. Replacing a roof with metal provides superior cooling capabilities. Metal reflects the sun’s heat back into the atmosphere instead of absorbing it, which helps keep the house cooler.
Cool Roofing Materials
Metal roofing is a widely chosen installation option because of its energy efficiency. However, it isn’t the only available choice. Lighter colors are preferred since they do not absorb heat like black asphalt shingles. Reflective coatings help prevent the roof from soaking up heat, which keeps your home cooler in the summer.
New Insulation
A new roof installation involves removing all the old materials and replacing them with modern, energy-efficient options. This includes the insulation under your new roof. Outdated insulation is often filled with chemicals and cannot provide the efficiency needed to maintain an energy-conscious home. It can also help prevent leaks for better temperature regulation.
Ventilation Systems
Ventilation systems are designed to remove heat from the attic, helping to keep the home cooler. Outdated homes with old roofs often lack the necessary ventilation systems. However, many roofing companies will collaborate with you during a roof installation to ensure your home is adequately ventilated and capable of eliminating hot air and humidity during heat waves.
Efficient HVAC System
An attic full of hot air or a roof with leaks can easily make a house hotter, which makes your AC unit work harder to achieve a comfortable temperature. As your HVAC system continues to kick on, your energy bills continue to climb. A new roof will help keep the home cooler, putting less strain on the HVAC system and lowering energy bills.
Fewer Repairs
Many people discover they need a roof repair after winter and a few more repairs before fall. As roofs age, shingles are more likely to become damaged, and the roof may not be sealed as effectively. A roof repair may seem minor, but it can significantly impact your energy bills. A new roof is less likely to need repairs every time there’s a storm.
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