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from Bill in West Milwaukee, WI:
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I've been seeing a lot of ads for steel/metal residential roofing. Is it really energy efficient? In terms of materials and installation, is it more or less expensive?
It depends on several factors, climate being one.
Depending on several factors, metal roofs can provide some measure of energy efficiency in terms of reflecting heat, resulting in lower air conditioning costs. This is more significant in southern climates. Where they really shine is in the durability and lifecycle as compared to other roofing materials. They are typically more expensive than conventional materials. This Web site has some good information regarding the pros and cons of popular roofing materials.
Published Monday, September 14, 2009