You can make your home more energy efficient -- and save more money than you think -- just like the Southern Living Idea House in Atlanta, Georgia.
In Atlanta's picturesque Glenwood Park neighborhood, the Idea House was built with the latest in energy-saving and environmentally-friendly "green" building techniques, including a metal roof.
2005 Georgia Idea House
For example, the Idea House's wood flooring is recycled from the demolition of older buildings. The drywall is also 100% recycled, which reduces landfill waste. And, using energy-efficient fixtures for both electricity and water, the Idea House uses 38% less energy than a comparable home -- generating 15% of its energy directly from the solar electric system mounted on its metal roof.
The Metal Roofing Alliance is a national sponsor of Southern Progress Group's Idea Houses.
About a third of the unwanted heat that builds up in your home comes through the roof. Metal roofing with reflective coatings reflects heat in the summer, keeping your house cooler and using less energy. And metal's insulating properties help keep heat in during the cold winter months. That saves you money on your heating and cooling bills.
Plus, durable metal roofing is the environmentally-friendly roofing choice. That's because a metal roof can often be installed over roofing such as conventional roofing--which reduces tear-off and waste.
If you're thinking of adding value to your home with a new metal roof, speak with your local MRA Member Contractor. Your local contractor will be glad to answer any questions you have about metal roofing for your home -- including the energy-efficient reflective finishes available that can save you money and keep your home comfortable all year.
For more information on the green-building features of the Glenwood Park Idea House, click here.
The Metal Roofing Alliance is a consortium of metal roofing manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and contractors with the main goal of educating consumers about the many benefits of metal roofing.
