Light vs Dark color | Ask The Experts Forum

Guest User 7/15/2010	We are having a new metal roof put on our house. I really like the flat black color but everyone seems to think that it will hold heat inside the house more than a lighter color and actually raise utilities. Is this true?	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14970/find/
Eric Novotny An informed customer is the Best Customer! 7/16/2010	Depends on attic insulation, building structure, and other items. In the winter months, it could lower your utilities by taking advantage of more passive solar aspects of the sun.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14971/find/
Edward Reid 7/16/2010	You should also look into the federal energy tax credit available through this year, up to $1500. It's light-colored metal which is eligible for the credit. (Products have to be listed individually.) Black definitely does not qualify. Edward	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14972/find/
Todd Miller Isaiah Industries, Inc. 7/20/2010	Actually with reflective pigments, there are black roofs that are quite energy efficient and even eligible for the federal tax credit.	Share Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/14973/find/

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