Energy Efficient Roofing

Cool Roof-Title 24 Compliance for Commercial and Residential Roofing

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Flat roof technology has made huge strides in minimizing our environmental footprint. If your flat roof on either your commercial building or home is past its serviceable life-cycle, you should consider complying with the California Energy Commission’s Title 24 guidelines by re-roofing with a Cool Roof. Cool Roofs are manufactured from recyclable materials that in light colors, will reflect the sun’s energy while allowing the emission of infrared energy. These roofs reduce the roof surface temperature by as much as 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Reduction of heat conduction into the internal building space reduces energy costs, improves occupant comfort, and lowers overall maintenance costs. By incorporating Cool Roof technologies into your next new or retrofit flat roof, you can obtain Title 24 performance credits, and help reduce urban heat islands that are associated with smog in addition to increasing overall energy efficiency of your home or building.