Tag: energy savings

Solar Panels on Metal Roofs

a solar attachment on a standing seam metal roof in MA, CT, NH, or RI

The world is slowly transferring to more environmentally friendly power sources, such as solar power. In CT, MA, RI, NH, and the rest of New England, over 1,000 solar energy systems were installed in homes and businesses. Many of those solar panels were installed on metal roofing. Installing solar panels on metal roofs is different… ( read more )

An Energy-Efficient Metal Roof Can Save Dollars

Metal roof being worked on next to piles of logs in CT MA RI NH

Historically, nobody thinks about how an energy-efficient metal roof can save dollars. In fact, it’s traditionally the least energy-efficient part of the home exterior. However, the advent of “cool” metal products have changed the perception of homeowners toward roofs. How exactly can an energy-efficient metal roof help lower your utility bills and improve your home’s… ( read more )

Metal Roofing Leads to LEED Rating Energy Savings: Why Choose Aluminum

Summary: Aluminum metal roofing can boost a building’s LEED® rating significantly, raising the energy efficiency of a home and passing significant savings on to the client. A recent study conducted by the U.S. Green Building Council suggested that Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) certified buildings averaged an ENERGY STAR® score of 89 out… ( read more )