Join the MRA | Member Login
Find a Professional
  • Why Metal Roofing?
    • About MRA
    • Benefits of Metal Roofing
    • Compare Roofing Materials
    • Homeowner Testimonials
    • Inspiring Metal Roofing Projects
  • Homeowner Resources
    • Metal Roofing Buyers Guide
    • Resilient Housing Guide
    • Metal Roof Sustainability Guide
    • Above All Else You Need a New Roof eBook
    • MRA News
    • Member Provided Resources
    • 3rd Party Articles
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Preparing for Hurricane Season
  • Gallery
  • Visualizer
  • Ask The Experts
    • Energy Efficiency
    • Existing Metal Roof Questions
    • Installation
    • Is A Metal Roof Right For My House
    • Metal Roofing Benefits
    • Product Selection
    • Other
    • Archive
  • Find a Professional
Join the MRA Member Login
Sign Up Log In Add New Topic

TOPIC: Insulation Concerns

Desert metal roof

Return to Insulation Concerns

Return to Archive

Return to Forum

This topic has been closed by the administrator. Comments are no longer accepted.
I have an existing asphalt shingle roof and a poorly insulated attic space. My metal roof contractor is going to install over the existing roof and gave me the option of adding insulation underneath my new metal roof. I'm wondering if that money may not be better spent in attic insulation. I'm hoping realize a large change in heat gain just from having an energy star roof material. Where are my insulation dollars better spent?
Guest User

2/3/2010
Share
Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14457/find/
Some metal roofs cannot have insulation installed directly beneath them. My suggestion would be to boost your attic ventilation and then add insulation to the attic floor. Todd Miller
Todd Miller
Isaiah Industries, Inc.

2/4/2010
Share
Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14458/find/
Get an Energy Audit first. Someone who is not educated in building energy modeling should not be making insulation decisions. Eric Novotny
Eric Novotny
An informed customer is the Best Customer!

2/16/2010
Share
Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14459/find/
  • About the MRA
    • Member Companies
    • Leadership
    • MRA News
  • For Professionals
    • Join the MRA
    • Industry Resources
    • Upcoming Events
  • Contact
  • Subscribe
©2023 Metal Roofing Alliance. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions