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Want to know something cool?
It’s a scientific fact. The metal paint on Lifetime Metal Sales’ roofing panels reduces energy and keeps houses cooler!
How Much Energy Do We Use?
Although electricity usage varies by region and type of home, the average U.S. household consumes about 10,500 kilowatthours (kWh) of electricity per year, according to the Energy Information Administration.
And cooling clearly consumes more electrical energy. (This is probably due to the fact that all air conditioners run on electric while only a portion of homes, especially in cold climates, would rely on electric heat.)
Here’s a quote from the EIA website:
“On average, apartments in the Northeast consume the least electricity annually, and single-family detached homes in the South consume the most. Homes in the South are more likely to have electric heating and use more air conditioning.”
Ready to cut your electric bill no matter where you live?
In this blog, we want to give you several wonderful roofing ideas for saving energy in your home.
Idea #1 – Use our panels with energy-efficient coatings
If you want to keep homes and shops cooler, look to Lifetime Metal Sales for your roofing panels. Lifetime Metals uses Akzo Nobel coil primers and paint that are formulated to qualify for Energy Star specifications.
Unfortunately, however, the federal Energy Star tax credit program no longer offers incentives for metal roofing; the incentives are now focused on solar-electric-producing roofing materials.
However, our paint system still meets Energy Star standards even if it isn’t eligible for tax credits. This means it will still help keep your buildings cooler, but won’t receive a tax discount.
Contractors, please make sure you’re not misrepresenting tax benefits as a selling point for steel roofing.
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Idea #2 – Use Furring Strips
If you really are interested in lowering heat transfer into the attic or living space, speak to one of our salespeople about the benefits of furring the roof with 1×4’s. The airspace significantly reduces heat transfer to attic and living spaces.
Incredible energy savings can be realized by combining our Thermaguard insulation with 1×4 furring strips. The reflective surface of the insulation combined with an air space allows the roof system to block over 90% of radiant heat from entering the home.
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A Note on Discounts and Rebates
Lifetime Metal Sales’ steel panels are UL-certified and qualify for many insurance company discounts. The panels have a UL class 4 hail rating.
Our UL listing number is R40839 and certifications can be accessed and verified here.
Need More Help?
Give Lifetime Metal Sales a call today! We are always ready to help you find the BEST metal efficiency ideas for your customers and your business!