When temperatures rise, so do our homes cooling costs. This may lead us to wonder what can be done to lower these costs but at the same time maintain a comfortable indoor temperature. There is one option you may not have considered, a cool roof.
A cool roof is designed to reflect the sun’s heat instead of absorbing it as a normal roof does. This helps to keep the building much cooler. There are a couple of ways to turn your roof into a cool roof. Usually, it is done by applying a special coating to the existing roof or by using a single-ply membrane.
How much cooler is a cool roof? Although it will depend on the type of reflective materials used, cool roofs have been known to reduce the temperature of a roof by as much as 100 degrees! That would make a huge difference on a hot day.
Cool roofs are ideal to use in cities or large towns where the temperature is known to soar as they can really help prevent buildings from retaining too much heat. A cool roof will also help prevent air conditioning units from becoming overloaded. Not only that but installing a cool roof may entitle you to take advantage of certain utility rebates. Of course, this is something you would need to inquire about in your location.
So, why not investigate whether a cool roof would work for your home. If so, it just might save you a fortune.