Have you been thinking about “going solar”? Do you know the steps involved in “switching” to solar power? Are you also considering a roof replacement for your aging or failing roof? Suppose you’re evaluating whether solar panels make sense for your situation and own a roof nearing the end of its service life. In that case, your home may be the ideal candidate for a roof replacement with solar panels.
Pursuing A Roof Replacement With Solar Panels
The best time to install solar panels is when replacing a roof. If the roofing professional has knowledge and experience installing solar panels and replacing roofing systems, the homeowner will save significantly on labor and materials. Conversely, suppose new solar panels are installed on an existing roof that needs replacement in just a few years. In that case, the solar panels will require removal and reinstallation during the roof replacement. This challenge increases expenses when replacing the roof. Avoid this by pursuing a simultaneous roof replacement and solar panel installation.
How A New Roof Achieves Energy Savings
Modern advances in roofing technology create a tremendous opportunity to pursue energy savings when installing a new roof. Today’s contemporary roofing systems incorporate energy-efficient properties that reduce a home’s reliance on heating, cooling, and electricity. This means a homeowner will save significantly on heating and cooling expenses.
Roofing manufacturers routinely include colors, coatings, and materials with enhanced solar reflectance in new roofing systems. Consequently, the end product reflects a higher volume of sunlight and UV rays away from the home. Roof temperatures do not elevate to an unreasonably high level. Heat absorption through the roof also diminishes, reducing the need for air conditioning.
Cool roof technology, improved insulation properties, specialized roof coatings, and light-colored roofing materials contribute to added energy efficiency and performance. Home and energy efficiency experts say these elements help reduce the roof surface temperature by up to 50 degrees Fahrenheit! When combined with solar panels, a homeowner makes an eco-friendly choice.
Beat Florida’s Heat & Humidity With New Roofing & Solar Panels
Central Florida homeowners have many choices when deciding between roofing contractors. However, few offer expertise in installing solar panels. Alan’s Roofing delivers knowledgeable experience attaching solar panels when replacing a roof. We also understand which roofing products provide the most energy efficiency.
Contact us today to learn more about our roofing services and receive a free roof estimate.
