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Whether you're considering a whole-house remodel or just replacing a light fixture or two, there's never been a better time to consider "Going Green". These articles can help give you the knowledge and understanding into why it is more important now than ever to make this home improvement an energy efficient one!
Green remodeling will not only save you money in the long run, it will help out our planet and cut back on your carbon footprint.
If you are either contemplating, or in the process of, remodeling your home, you probably have thought long and hard about making choices that fit your style and budget. However, many eco-conscious homeowners are also incorporating features into their remodeling plans that both promote energy efficiency and are good for the environment. As a major part of a green renovation, a green roof can offer the following advantages over traditional roofs:
Control Storm Water Run-Off
Manage Indoor Climate
Sound Proof a Roof
Protect Your Conventional Roof
Beautify Your Property
1. Control Water Run-Off
Green roofs can reduce the amount of storm water run-off that would otherwise flow needlessly into our sewer systems. Since our cities and towns are paved with non-porous materials like asphalt, storm water that would otherwise replenish the ground instead flows into overburdened water treatment facilities. Rainwater that doesn’t flow back into the soil or treatment facilities can flood and pollute our lakes, rivers and coastal waterways.
2. Manage Indoor Climate
A properly installed green roof can stabilize the indoor temperature of a home and decrease heating and cooling costs, resulting in significant savings on energy bills. A green roof acts as a buffer against harsh weather conditions. For homeowners seeking an energy efficient roof, a green roof offers another option other than just traditional fiberglass insulation.
3. Sound Proof a Roof
Installing a green roof can improve the acoustics in your home. If you’ve ever walked through a city park and noticed that it’s much quieter than the surrounding urban area, then you’ve witnessed how soil and greenery can deaden ambient noise. For those homeowners living near a noisy airport, freeway or factory, a green roof can be especially beneficial in decreasing annoying sound problems and creating a more tranquil interior environment.
4) Protect Your Conventional Roof
A properly installed green roof can significantly extend the lifespan of the underlying roofing material by protecting it from the elements. As most homeowners know, tiled and shingled roofs have limited life spans and must be repaired or replaced periodically to protect the house’s interior from leaks and water damage. Green roof systems use waterproof membranes and other materials that act as a shield, so they can extend the life span of the underlying roof by a factor of two or three.
5) Beautify Your Property
A green roof doesn’t need to be green at all, but instead will take on the color of the plantings you choose. There are literally hundreds of different varieties of plants appropriate for green roofs, depending on your area’s climate. Imagine being able to alter the color of your roof from year to year, or season to season. If you have limited outdoor space for a garden, a green roof can open up dozens of square feet for plantings. In green roof design, you can really let your imagination run free.
Green roofs should be considered as part of any home renovation plan. By choosing a knowledgeable and reputable contractor to ensure a quality installation, you can reap a maximum return on your investment. Green roofs are good for the environment, good for your home, and good for your finances.
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