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The Latest "Go Green" Roofing? Solar Metal
Homeowners anxious to make a positive impact on the environment and reduce their own energy costs are choosing green products like metal roofing over traditional asphalt. Metal roofing is completely recyclable, does not require tear-off and landfill dumping of old asphalt shingles, is quite permanent and, when installed by a trained remodeling professional, will not leak for decades.
Technology in metal roofing manufacturing continues to improve to meet this demand and, today, environmentally conscious homeowners can choose the latest solar metal roofing products that pair renewable energy technology with a lightweight, durable and affordable roof replacement solution to create a solar power roof with terrific curb appeal.
UNI-SOLAR® solar metal roofing allows for an integrated, photovoltaic (BIPV) solar electric system that serves as both roofing and solar power generation for new construction or re-roofing. The term "photovoltaic" refers to the process of converting sunlight directly into electricity.
The metal solar power panels combine the good looks of structural roofing with the solar electric benefits of photovoltaics to boost the beauty and function of standard metal roofing with solar power panels that are at once hard-wearing, stunning and highly efficient.
Top features of solar metal roofs include:- Architecturally good-looking systems that enhance the home's natural lines
- "Ridge to Eave" coverage ensures total design freedom
- Solar power panels integrate into roofing elements to provide beauty and function
- Standard installation techniques mean cost-effective installation for homeowners
- Lightweight solar power panel laminates handle easily, affix directly to existing metal roofing panels and require no back-ventilation
- No need for support structures
- Solar metal roofing integrates with flat 16" wide or greater metal roof systems
- Solar power roofs are both wind and water-tight
- Solar power panels can be used effectively for renovation or new construction
- Solar panels offer a 20-year power output
- Installation requires either a standard junction box or weather-tight quick connect system
- The "peel & stick" adhesive backing of solar power panels withstands winds up to160 mph
Overall, homeowners who choose solar metal roofing for their homes appreciate the opportunity to contribute to a healthier planet without suffering the unsightly appearance of yesterday's solar panels. Solar power roofing is effective, attractive and affordable, and offers minimal environmental impact because the manufacturing process does not require the cutting down of trees.
Once installed, solar metal roofing is nearly indistinguishable from standing seam metal roofs. Quality assistance by a certified remodeling contractor ensures beautiful installation of solar power panels that simply become part of the roof. Perhaps most importantly, the UNI-SOLAR® solar metal roofing system generates efficient power even when shade obscures a large portion of the roof.
Finally, solar metal roofing generally comes backed by a complete 5-year system warranty on all pre-engineered solar integrated electric systems and a 20-year product warranty on power output when installed as part of a pre-engineered solar metal roofing solution.
