Sunday, August 12, 2012

COOL ROOING at DOE

Another video from the DOE- that explains the rationale for "COOL ROOFS".

The Benefits of "COOL ROOFS"

Here is a great video from the Dept Of Energy that explains the benefits of "COOL ROOFS". Of course I've been advocating these types of roofs for the last 30 years. It is good to see the government finally catching up!

LeakFee Roofs

One of the most popular options for Building Owners is the LEAKFREE Roofing System. 
Benefits of the LEAKFREE™ Roofing System

•No need to tear off! Can be applied over your existing roof with very little disruption.

•Lower installation cost. No dump fees and less labor than other system. Keeping more of your investment on the roof.

•Meets all Title 24 “Cool Roof” requirements.

•Will not affect employee/tenant productivity due to odors or fumes.

•The Ultimate “GREEN” roof – is both energy efficient, and renewable.

•Water based systems mean every part of the installation process is non-toxic and harmless to the environment. No toxic fumes or fire hazard.

•Fluid applied results in a seamless finish making future inspections and maintenance easy. It also means the roof can be resurfaced, thereby extending the life of the roof indefinitely.

•Systems can be applied over BUR, Modified Bitumen, Single Ply, Metal Roofing, Sprayed Polyurethane Foam and Gravel.

•Class A ratings. "Class A" roof assemblies have the greatest fire resistance.

•Saves Money! The energy efficient Elastomeric Surfacing can:
oReduce cooling cost in air conditioned Buildings.
oGreatly prolong the life of the roofing system.
oKeep non A/C cooled buildings cooler and more comfortable for workers.
oCan be renewed. You may never reroof again! The system can be upgraded, giving the roof an indefinite lifespan.

•Water Based- No Hot Asphalt – No Fumes – No Flames

•Roof can be expensed in the year work is completed, classified as “repair and Maintenance”.

•Best of all LeakFree roofs have a 30 Year Track Record