Keep your Roof cool in summer

The Roofing System is the largest source of heat gain, especially in low-rise buildings, and roof cooling will considerably minimize heat transfer, leading to saving money on the power bill.

The heat absorbed by a traditional roof on a sunny day raises temperatures inside the house, contributing to higher air conditioning requirements, higher energy costs, and more discomfort on hot days for anyone without air conditioning. 

At US ROOFING Contractors located  in Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah and Alabama, we give you an important information to keep your Roof cool in Summer:

- A cool roof is one that has been designed to reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat than a standard roof. 

- Cool roofs can be made of a highly reflective type of paint, a sheet covering, or highly reflective tiles or shingles. 

- Standard or dark roofs can reach temperatures of 150°F or more in the summer sun. A cool roof under the same conditions could stay more than 50°F cooler and save energy and money by using less air conditioning.

- There are many types of roof systems available, but the surface exposed to the sun is the one that determines if a roof is cool or not. You can usually make a new or existing roof cool by selecting the appropriate surface.

- Cool roof coatings are white or special reflective pigments that reflect sunlight. Coatings are like very thick paints that can protect the roof surface from ultra-violet (UV) light and chemical damage, and some offer water protection and restorative features. 

- A cool roof can benefit a building and its occupants by:

1. Reducing energy bills by decreasing air conditioning needs.

2. Improving indoor comfort for spaces that are not air conditioned, such as garages or covered patios.

3. Decreasing roof temperature, which may extend roof service life.

At US ROOFING Contractors our commitment is to make you feel safe!

If you are in need of roofing installation, roofing services or gutter services in the Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah or Alabama areas, please Call Us: (855) 877-6631 and visit us at  www.augustaroof.com for a free estimate.