Are Metal Roofs Environmentally Friendly?

The demand for energy-efficient, sustainable and environmentally-friendly products is at an all-time high–and roofing products are no exception.

In addition to being one of the most energy-efficient roofing products on the market, metal roofing has a long list of other environmentally-friendly benefits that check all the boxes for sustainable, green construction.

Here are answers to common facts about the environmentally-friendly benefits of metal roofing.

Are metal roofs energy-efficient?

As mentioned above, metal roofs are one of the most energy-efficient roofing materials. This is due to the fact that metal roofs reflect heat up and away from homes.

To illustrate this, think of the metal hood of your car. Even with the heat from the engine below and the sun above, the hood will cool quickly once it is parked and the engine is off. Within minutes, the metal hood of the car dissipates heat so quickly that it is cool to the touch.

Stone-coated metal roofing products, such as SANGOBUILD Metal Roofing, take energy efficiency even further thanks to infrared-blocking pigments in the stone granules, amplifying the heat-reflecting properties of metal.

Are metal roofs sustainable?

When sustainability is a priority, it’s tough to beat metal roofing. Metal roofing has a lifespan that lasts two to three times longer than traditional roofing materials such as asphalt, wood and clay tile.

Further, new homes designed with metal roofing can be built lighter, conserving natural resources, such as lumber for framing and decking. Metal roofs contribute reinforcing strength to the roof deck while heavy shingles and clay or concrete tiles only pile excessive weight up at the top of the home, adding to the roof load and the construction materials required to support it.