Benefits of Cool Roofs

Phil's Main Roofing 

26 Fitch Street, Norwalk CT

(203) 838-4545

www.philsmainroofing.com

Looking for an eco-friendly way to improve your home? If you’re on the bandwagon for going green, you might want to consider a cool roof - a growing choice for many commercial and residential owners. While traditional dark roofs are still in high demand to this day, an ENERGY STAR partners data report shows how shipments of cool roof products have grown exponentially, and there are many reasons why.

In an effort to help you decide if a cool roof is right for you, we’ve compiled a list of the top benefits:

Reduced energy use. Not all roofs can save you energy and money, which is why a cool roof is so beneficial. If you find yourself using your air conditioner way more than you’d like to this summer, you might want to think about investing in a cool roof to prevent excess heat from entering your home. In fact, this type of roof can remain 50 to 60 degrees cooler on hot, summer days.

Reduced air pollution. Did you know that a cool roof also has the ability to decrease air pollution? With all of the rainfall the northeast experiences in the spring and summer, it’s important that we do everything we can to protect our environment. In other words, cool roofs help us to protect our waters from pollution. These surfaces can soak up at least one-half inch of rain, which will delay rainfall runoff (a potentially harmful thing for our planet).

Improved health and comfort. Even if you’re in great health, that’s no reason not to take even more precautions. One of the most essential reasons to get a cool roof is to prevent health related risks. We know what you might be thinking: how can a roof improve my overall health and comfort? The first thing you should know is that heat can cause serious illness. By installing a cool roof, you can reduce air temperature inside your home even without the help of your AC.

If you’re looking for a safer, more energy efficient roof to help keep you cool this summer, this type of roof can be a great option. What are your thoughts? Be sure to visit us on our Facebook, Twitter or Google+ page to let us know.

For information on how Phil's Main Roofing can help you choose the best roof for your home, please visit www.philsmainroofing.com or call (203) 838-4545 today. We are licensed and insured in the state of Connecticut and Westchester County, New York and offer 24 hour emergency service.