The sun rains down energy all day long. Many materials absorb heat from the sun and convert it to heat. Asphalt is one of these materials. Asphalt shingles, for example, can get as hot as 180˚. Even with good attic insulation, some of this heat will leak into your home and drive up your cooling costs. Thus, if you are looking for ways to improve your AC efficiency, you need to consider buying a cool roofing material.
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Flat and low-slope roofs on commercial buildings are particularly at risk of moisture problems. Even small changes in the surface of the roof can cause water to pool on these roofs instead of running off or into drains. And any problems with seams, flashing, or vents can let a lot of water into the interior of the roof, where it can damage insulation and lead to mold growth and interior rot.
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If you are in need of a new roof for your building, you might want to consider having a foam roof installed. Take a few moments to review the following four benefits of this type of roof in order to determine whether it is really the best option for your needs.
There Are No Seams
Many roofing problems consist of water entering the building due to a problem with a seamed area of a roof, such as around the valleys of the roof.
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While looking at your home's foam roof, you may discover small areas that have been damaged or become rotten. If so, use the following three-step guide to patch these problem spots yourself.
Step 1: Remove The Damaged Foam Roofing
The first step involves removing the damaged foam roofing. For this, you will need a small trowel and a sturdy pair of work gloves.
Use the trowel to break up the foam.
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During the winter, snow can build up on your roof. Heat escaping from your home can then melt that snow, which will run down your roof until it hits the eaves. Because there is only air under the eaves, they will be colder than the rest of your roof. The meltwater will freeze when it hits the eaves. As layer after layer of ice builds up on the eaves, it can create a dam, and water pools up behind the dam, it can leak through your shingles and cause thousands of dollars in damage.
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