So you are thinking about changing the roof of your home but are not sure if you should go ahead with it or not? These days it is all about smart living that not only reduces energy costs but also impacts the environment in a positive way. Climate change is a big issue these days and it is discussed on every level and platform. It is really important that you, as a citizen of the Earth, do your best to reduce your carbon footprint and make the world a more eco-friendly place.
Not everyone has solar panels in Chicago but at least they are getting smart by switching to metal roofs. Metal roofs are long lasting and are environmentally friendly. Here are 5 ways in which they can help:
⦁ Tons asphalt shingles get dumped every year
It is reported that around 11 million tons of asphalt shingles are dumped every year in different landfills. These are just the statistics from the U.S alone. This negatively impacts the environment and causes further damage to the eco-system. Asphalt shingle roofs don’t last longer than a decade or so. Metal roofs on the other hand, last up to 40-50 years and don’t need to be replaced.
Their longevity is one on the main reasons they don’t create any unnecessary waste in the environment. Asphalt shingle roofs are easily affected by extreme weather hence they easily get worn out. One great thing about metal roofs is that they can also be easily installed over asphalt shingles, so if you don’t want it to end up in a landfill and damage the eco-system, you can just let your old roof stay and have a metal roof installed on top of it.
⦁ Recycling
Metal roofing panels are great to install on a house because they are made from recyclable metal from cars, cans and other metal based machines or appliances. Plus if a house is demolished, the metal roof is reused elsewhere. This is an excellent way to recycle metal and put it to good use. Around 40-50% of metal in metal roofs in recycled while metal roofs on their own are a 100% recyclable if they are ever changed or replaced. This is why metal roofs hardly ever end up in a landfill.
⦁ Energy efficient
Metal roofs have been proven time and again that they are quite the energy savers. How? Well besides the recyclability factor they are known to reduce the usage of energy and electricity bills for people. Just by switching to a metal roof you can reduce up to 35-40% of your energy bill every year. It is because the metal roof panels are coated with a deflective coating that protects the house from the inside from the extreme weather outside.
This insulation system is a brilliant way to cool down the house during summers and keep it warm during winters. No other types of roofs do this therefore it is a great benefit for homeowners. Using less of AC and heaters will impact the environment and also save you money. This is a win-win situation for everyone because all of us aware of the extreme temperatures of Chicago.
