Tax Credits Still Available for Energy Efficient Roofing
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Alpine Roofing Construction
Now is the time to improve the value of your home while helping the environment and saving money. Energy efficient roofing is eligible for a tax credit up to $1,500 on reflective asphalt shingles and qualified metal roofing. This is a great opportunity to increase the value of your home, lower your monthly energy bills and go green all at the same time.
Reflective asphalt shingles or metal roofing materials are two great options to help battle the heat in southern states. Some reflective asphalt shingles can help reduce the temperature of a home’s roof by up to 20% in the summer. They also reduce the expansion and contraction of building materials, helping to maintain your home’s structural integrity. Metal roofing is another great option for green roofing. Metal roofing is especially green when made from recycled materials. Lowering your energy cost is not the only benefit of having a metal roof; they also are long lasting and more durable than standard shingles.
These tax credits are currently only running through the end of this year. The fall and winter seasons are also the best time to install an energy efficient roofing system to be prepared for the upcoming summer. If you want to take advantage of these tax credits contact a roofing specialist, like Alpine Roofing for an estimate. Quality roofing companies have experience and expertise they can lend to help you get the most savings out of your roof.
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Today most of us are interested in saving energy and in doing what is right for the environment. Radiant barrier empowers you to do both of these and will also save you money. Radiant barrier controls the amount of heat that enters of exits your home. So, when it is hot outside, radiant barrier blocks a large percentage of heat from entering your living space and your air conditioner doesn't have to work as hard, which means lower utility bills for you! In cooler months, radiant barrier helps retain your home's heat by reflecting it back into your home. Our customers have reported 30 to 50% reductions in electrical use after installing radiant barrier. So, it's a great return on investment and will pay for itself in as little as a year and a half. There are several different ways to install radiant barrier. Some are better than others, of course. The most effective way is to attach the radiant barrier to the bottom of the roof's rafters. This allows 6 to 8 inches of dead space between your roof decking and the interior of the attic. This method is designed to block 97% of radiant heat transfer and will significantly lower your cooling costs. Contact Alpine Roofing Construction today. We'd be happy to come out and meet with you (at no cost to you) to explain all the options, answer any and all questions you have, and create a plan for your home. the sooner we install radiant barrier for you, the sooner you can lower your utility bills year-round.
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