Posted by James Desmond on Fri, Jul 16, 2010 @ 12:32 PM
Roofs seem to be a singularly overlooked element that can make a significant difference in a home's efficiency. Why do roofers always offer dark-colored shingles? Pulling that solar heat into the home might be a good solution for really cold climates, but for most homes, light colors are a better choice because they reflect heat, making it that much easier to cool the interior of a home during warm months.
Reflective finishes can be applied to some roofing surfaces to reduce roof and interior temperatures. Reducing the temperature of a black asphalt roof helps protect the asphalt from deterioration and also reduces the need to cool the building, thus saving energy and reducing carbon emissions related to the structure.
If you apply a radiant foil barrier under the roof, it will direct the sun's hottest rays away from the home, considerably increasing efficiency. The same technology helps keep heat in the home during winter months. Radiant foil barrier material costs about 10 cents per square foot before installation; it's an inexpensive fix that makes a big difference in your energy bill. Using the foil requires a vent to carry the deflected heat away from the home. Ridge vents along the top roof line with screened vents under the roof overhang work well with or without the barrier to move breezes up through the roof area and keep hot air from stalling over the house.
Posted by James Desmond on Mon, Mar 15, 2010 @ 02:30 PM
Here at Suburban Windows & Siding we are proud to announce the first 100% Online-Estimate System for anyone interested in receiving a hassle-free estimate for a new roof, all from the convenience of your computer! Our goal is to provide the most accurate estimate for a new roof using our state-of-the-art satellite technology. This brand new Online System takes a 12-dimensional 
GPS-digital screening of your roof and transmits a report of the exact measurement of your existing roof parameters. This advanced technology is also being used by the US Homeland Security, 911 emergency responders, and also hurricane relief efforts in Haiti.Within 24 hours we will email a quote to you and also answer any questions or comments you may have regarding your roof, windows, and/or siding.
To learn more about Suburban's brand new Online-Estimate System please click here.This is a Sample Report of our building:
- Diameter: 35.27 ft
- Height: 19.43 ft
- Roof Area: 813.97 ft
- Roof Angle: 87.16*
- Roof Pitch: 242/12
- Eave Height: -13.27 ft
- Peak Height: 15.82 ft