roof over/insulation? | Ask The Experts Forum

Guest User 1/19/2007	I'm wanting to put a ribbed metal roof over my existing fiberglass shingle roof. I would like to be able to reduce some of the heat absorbed thru the roof. Is there an insulation/radiant barrier that could be installed possibly as an underlayment? Should the insulation/radiant barrier have the metal directly against it or would it need strapping over it then the metal?	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/9138/find/
Allan Reid Dura-Loc Roofing Systems, Inc. 1/22/2007	Choose an Energy Star reflective paint. Choose a system that stands off the exising roof and allows for vertical air movement and last ventilate the air space created. This will provide for energy savings in both winter and summer. You could add a reflective barrier but they need minimum of 1" space in order to be effective.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/9139/find/
Guest User 1/23/2007	Is there an insulation material that you recommend or have seen used like this? Is there a roll type insulation that would work?	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/9140/find/
Allan Reid Dura-Loc Roofing Systems, Inc. 1/25/2007	Again you will get the most benefit from an energy star product coupled with a vented the air space. The use of insulation is dependant on the type of roof assmbly and needs to be a contractor decision.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/9141/find/
Guest User 6/8/2007	All of the contractors in my area don't have a clue and all say they'll do whatever I want.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/9142/find/
Todd Miller Isaiah Industries, Inc. 6/10/2007	I would suggest getting the roofing manufacturer involved for their suggestions then.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/9143/find/

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