Let's face it. Mother Nature can really throw a lot at you. If there's an opportunity to hold on to some of that energy, then go for it. Solar is becoming a much more attractive and practical energy alternative as of late, and an Eco-Tech roof is perfectly suited for it. One reason is because our white roofs stay within one or two degrees of ambient temperature due to their reflective nature. A black roof, on the other hand, can rise to 60° or even 80° above ambient temperature during the summer. The roof and the solar panels themselves become so hot that electrical resistance builds up within the wires. The hotter a wire gets, the less electricity it can carry and the more inefficient a solar panel can become. Our white PVC roofing membranes provide up to 80% solar reflectivity, making the roof much cooler, the roof much brighter and the solar panels much more efficient. Experts say that electrical output can actually be increased by up to 10% or more, just by having a white roof. If you're considering a solar application, be sure to talk to us first. We'll be happy to explain the long-term mutual benefits our roof systems combined with solar applications can provide.
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