Metal Roofing: An Energy Efficient Option?

For many homeowners, a roof is there to add curb appeal. But the main purpose of a roof isn’t to make your house look aesthetically appeasing. It’s for there for various purposes. One of these purposes is to prevent hot air coming in, and cool air escaping.

But this depends on the type of roof you have. Some roofs are built for the purpose of adding aesthetic value. Others are there for protection against bad weather. But when it comes to insulation and energy efficiency, metal roofs are what work best.

Metal roofs not only keep the temperature balanced, they help reduce utility costs. In addition, they are durable, meaning they can last up to 50 years!

Why Choose a Metal Roof?

Metal roofs are known for their durability, reliability, and low-maintenance. They’re known as ‘cool roofs’—roofs that keep homes cool during sweltering months.

They have high a high thermal emittance, as well as solar reflectance. This has made them become a popular choice in recent years.

Other than their light color, metal roofs have protective coating on the metal panels. This can include a variety of reflective materials to help deflect the sun’s UV rays. When high quality coating is used, it can help deflect 3x more radiation.

In addition, due to their light weight, metal roofs can be installed on top of shingles.

Variety

Most homeowners worry that metal roofs will give their homes an ‘unattractive’ look.

This is a misconception. Metal roofs don’t have to have the appearance of steel, or aluminum. While white or light coloring is needed for stronger solar reflectance, you can customize the roof, and color it according to your preference.

Furthermore, metal roofs can be designed to mimic the appearance of traditional asphalt roofs. In addition, you can customize your metal roof to a style called, ‘The Standing Seam’. This includes the edges of each roof panel being bent upwards, at a 90° angle, and being sealed to the adjacent panels. This helps keeping rain water away from your roof, and you can even install a solar panel.

The Installation Process

Like any roof installation, metal roofs should be installed by a professional roof contractor. Installing metal roofs requires the expertise of a professional. This is especially true if you’re planning to get your old roof replaced.

Not only should the company installing the roof need to be well-versed in handling the metal materials, they should have the set of skills, and the knowledge to use safety measures.

They should also be well-versed about local codes, and the standards for installing metal roofs in Ohio.

We offer roof installation and repair services to both commercial and residential areas. Whether it’s installing metal roofs, or replacing damaged shingles, we have you covered. Our experts have the extensive experience required to handle complex tasks.

If you’re looking for a roofing company in Ohio, feel free to contact us today or call 330-784-4000 for further information/queries.   

Roofing Guide: Gutters and Downspouts

When it comes to your house, good maintenance doesn’t just equal to modifying the interior. While it’s important to make your home’s interior look aesthetically appealing, it’s also important to protect it from threats. These threats can be both external and internal, and can damage not only your interior, but the structure of your home.

– How Bad Weather Affects Your Home

As mentioned earlier, it’s important to take initiative to protect your home. But external factors can result in internal damage as well. Therefore, it’s important to address any problem before it becomes worse.

Bad weather is one of the reasons for property damage. According to a report published by Insurance Information Institute, hail storms cause $1 billion property damage every year.  

Rain, snow and hail are some of the reasons for roof damage. Not only do bad weather conditions damage the gutter systems of your home, they weaken the foundation of your property.

Clogged gutter systems can also damage downspouts, resulting in water accumulation. When roof shingles get damaged because of high winds, and moisture from snow or rain, they start crumbling. The granules of the shingles go down the gutter system and block the downspouts.

When this happens, rainwater accumulates. When the water has no access to the downspouts, it goes inside the structure of the house, through the areas of the missing shingles.

– Cleaning Gutter Systems

By cleaning your gutter systems every season, you can help prevent damage. Weather conditions are not the only reason for damage. Bird droppings and leaves from trees can also block the passageway.

During the winter season, snow can accumulate and once it melts, moisture can get into the attic area, blocking insulation. Once that happens, mold starts growing. Once there’s mold, it starts spreading to the vent system of the house. It starts affecting furniture and carpeting, making it difficult to eliminate, without replacing everything.

Most homeowners try to clean their gutters by climbing on the roof. Not only is that dangerous, without the right tools, you can damage the gutter. Falling off the roof is a risk, and homeowners should avoid climbing the roof.

– Why You Need Professional Roof Services 

Hiring a professional roof contractor can help avoid injury. Not only will it save you costs, it can help you prevent accidental death. Since roof contractors have technicians that are skilled workers, they also have the right tools to address the problem.

This includes using the right equipment to climb and balance themselves. Furthermore, they have special cleaning products that thoroughly clean gutter systems. They can also use special applications to prevent shingles from deteriorating.

We are a roofing company that offers repairs, installation, and maintenance services for both residential and commercial areas. Whether you need to take care of repairs or replacements, we have the solution to your problem.  

If you’re looking for residential roofing repair, feel free to contact us, or call 330-784-4000 if you have any questions/queries.

  

How Insulation Can Help Your Workplace Reduce Energy Costs

An HVAC system can only run efficiently if its components are well-maintained. Improperly insulated walls, roofs, and windows can be a problem. If energy freely flows between the internal and external environments, you’ll be paying more to maintain the indoor temperature.

Companies are increasingly turning to the use of insulating materials for increasing the energy efficiency of their buildings. The cost of insulating your workplace is relatively small as compared with the benefit it yields.

What should be insulated?

Your workplace needs to be properly insulated from all sides to prevent unnecessary energy loss. Be sure to insulate every portion of your workplace that is in contact with the external environment.

Windows, doors, walls, ducts, floors, attics and roofs provide convenient paths for heat transfer. Therefore, it is necessary to insulate them to prevent the loss of energy.

How is the insulation done?

Commonly used materials for insulation include fiberglass, mineral wool, and cellulose. Here are a few important details about them:

· Fiberglass is not very expensive and is resistant to fire and water damage. Fiberglass insulation is available as batts or loose fill. Batts are usually preferred because their installation is easier.

· Cellulose insulation consists of recycled paper material. It is also available in loose form. However, its effectiveness decreases when it becomes wet.

· Mineral wool is a more expensive option.  It is very effective as an insulation material, but its insulating capacity diminishes when it becomes wet.

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Why is mostly neglected?

It is true that you should try to insulate every part of your workplace. However, many people mostly focus only on insulating walls, windows, ducts, and floors, but they do not pay much attention to their roofs. This is a big mistake. Roofing can prevent a huge amount of energy wastage and save you a significant amount every month.

A professional roofing service will be able to use the best insulating materials in the most effective way to minimize energy wastages through your roof. The cost of getting your workplace’s roof insulated will be a lot lesser than the money you’ll be saving due to lower energy bills.

Haralson Roofing uses advanced roofing methods and products to provide quality roofing services at an affordable cost. We are a well-known commercial roofing company with a wealth of experience behind us. To know more about our commercial roof maintenance services call us at 330-784-4000.

  

Water Damage and its Effects on Roofing

A leaky roof is the bane of every homeowner’s existence. Not only can it cause damage to furniture, it’s a sign of improper roof installation.

Roofs are built to last 20–30 years. Most homeowners believe that a leaking roof is caused by a structural problem. There are various reasons why your roof could be leaking. Letting the problem slide will result in health and safety concerns. Water intrusion is the main cause of structural damage. Not only will this lead to expenses, there’s constant danger of the foundation of the house collapsing!

So, what are some of the ways water damage can cause problems? Here are a few things to be aware of:

 Ceiling or Attic Damage

One of the causes of a roof leak is due to damage to the attic area or items stored there. If your house does not have an attic, and the size of the leak is big, it can damage the interior ceiling. This will cause the ceiling paint to darken, and the plaster will bubble. Water seepage will cause damage to nearby walls as well.  

In addition, lights and fans on the ceiling will also be affected.

 Interior Mold

If the problem is ignored, after a while, one of the most serious problems you can expect is mold.  Mold will spread throughout your house’s structure, to the HVAC system. It will then spread to the vents and eventually to the carpeting, furniture and even your clothes!

Mold can be difficult to remove once it spreads. This is not only a costly process, there are constant health risks involved.  

 High Water Bills 

High water bills are another costly side effect. This is because water intrusion damages your attic’s insulation. The fiberglass or cellulose insulation becomes damaged and saturated. This results in it taking a long time to dry.

If repairs are put off for a long time, it can result in chronic water intrusion, which can deplete insulation completely.  Eventually, it results in high utility bills.

 Damaged Structural Integrity

The most common an obvious result of a leaky roof is damaged ceiling joists, rafters, wall framing, exterior trim, and fascia boards.

In addition, it can also result in deterioration of wooden materials and framework. Mold, mildew and swollen materials become a problem. This can lead to costly repairs, and homeowners find them in a difficult situation.

In addition, water can affect the paint of walls inside the house. Spongy, damaged peeling paint can be hazardous to health—especially if children are present.

You may need to replace or repair parts of your home. Therefore, it’s important to have that leak checked by a professional roof contractor before it’s too late.

We’re a professional commercial and residential roofing company. If you’re looking for a roof repairs company, we have you covered!

Feel free to contact us or call 330-784-4000 if any questions/queries.