Energy Efficient Metal Roofing With a Metal Roof

ENERGY EFFICIENT METAL ROOFING

A metal roof is a great choice for both residential and commercial projects because it lowers a building’s heat gain through its roof, saving money on cooling costs.

Since metal roofing is sustainable and environmentally friendly, it can qualify for LEED points, tax credits, and homeowners insurance discounts. This is because of the energy efficiency, high recycled content, and long life span. Central States brand roofing products come in a wide range of emissivity and solar reflectivity values perfect for any environment.

Metal roofs are both a sustainable and energy efficient solution.

Up to
40% ENERGY SAVINGS
lower heating and cooling bills

Durability
LASTS 2-3 TIMES LONGER
than traditional asphalt shingles

Up to
95% RECYCLED CONTENT
means it is environmentally friendly

CHOOSE AN ENERGY EFFICIENT PAINT FINISH

Metal Central’s roofing panels are known as cool roofs because the color of the panels reflects sunlight and cools the surface by emitting radiation to its surroundings – and the roof literally stays cooler (Cool Roof Rating Council). Two factors, solar reflectivity and emissivity, are considered when determining the energy efficiency of roofs. These two factors combine to make the Solar Reflectivity Index (SRI) value.

SOLAR REFLECTIVITY

The metal panel’s ability to reflect sunlight.

This characteristic of metal roofing is the most important in terms of energy savings. Cool metal roofing reflects much of the sun’s rays, making the surface of the metal much cooler than material with a lower solar reflectivity rating. Therefore, metal with a low SRI value reflects the sunlight better than that of a higher SRI value.

Emissivity Rating

The metal panel’s ability to release absorbed heat.

A low emissivity rating means the material will be hot to the touch (it doesn’t release the heat), while material with a higher emissivity rating will be cooler to the touch. Therefore, metal with a low emissivity rating retains heat and may be more desirable for a cooler climate, while a high emissivity rating reflects heat and is more effective for saving energy in a warmer climate.

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MARKETING RESOURCES

LEED RATING SYSTEM

LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. The LEED rating system was designed to guide and distinguish high performance buildings that have less of an impact on the environment, are healthier for those who work and/or live in them, and are more profitable than their conventional counterparts. Using metal and other “green” products can earn points towards LEED certification.

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Let the experts at Metal Central help you select the best panel for your roofing or siding project. Come in to a local Metal Central today or contact us and someone will be in touch to assist you.