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Roof Insulation and Reflectivity Cut Costs

Dec. 14, 2009

There are two ways in which roof designs can directly impact operating costs: the insulating value of the roof system and the reflectivity of the roof surface.

 

Minimizing heat loss from the interior in winter months and minimizing heat transfer in the summer months should reduce HVAC requirements and, thus, lower operating costs.

 

Read the complete article and learn how to lower operating costs through roof design and maintenance »

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