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LEAD STORY PEB & ROOFING

In short, it’s the next-gen roofing innovation meant to delight the
end consumer, professionals, and channel partners.
Besides these solutions, there are many other sustainable Advantages of Green Building – Based on a
alternatives, as shared by Dura Roof, that roofing companies study of LEED® Certified Buildings
can focus on…  8-9% Decrease in operating costs
White Roof: White roofs, also popularly known as ‘cool roofs’, remain
the ideal choice for eco-friendly roofing material. The white colours  7.5% Increase in building values
on the roof act as a preventive shield to deflect the sunlight. As  3.5% Increase in occupancy
a result, the roof stays cooler and thus saves energy. Especially  6.6% Improvement in ROI
during the summer and in tropical countries, it helps in cutting
down the electric bills and saving your money.
Solar Roof: Solar roofs are a complete solution for saving energy Rubber Roofing: Rubber roofings are fabricated with rubber or
and cutting the cost of bills and they somewhat appear identical plastic polymers and sometimes a combination of both. They are
to slate roofs. A few years before solar panel roofs were not the considered highly nature-friendly as the materials are made of
first choice due to their high cost. But, as of now, the roofs are recycled tires. Moreover, they work against leakages and storms.
available at an affordable price due to which they are in great In terms of durability, they can last up to more than 50 years and
demand. With the right preparation, solar panels can be installed are included in the list of eco-friendly roofing.
on almost all types of materials. Even if the old roofing materials Shingle Roof manufactured out of recycled materials: These
of a building is unable to support the panels’ weight, new plastic roofs are made of recycled products come under recycled roof
shingles or other eco-roofing materials can do the needful. materials. Basically, shingle roofs are fabricated from reprocessed
Metal Roofs: Other sustainable roof materials to consider are metal rubber, plastic and wood fibres. In fact, they are a great alternative
roofs that help in cooling the house, as they deflect the sunlight for green roofing options. Further, they are available at a very
away. For that reason, it reduces the electric charge because affordable price and that’s the reason they remain in high
the home owner depends less on-air condition systems. Yet, one demand. And, the fact they are manufactured out of recycled
drawback of metal roofs is they can be too noisy during rainy days materials, helps in controlling pollution that adds value to the
and especially during hailstorms. Also, the colour on the roofs tends environment.
to fade away as they get old. Apart from these reasons, they are Wood Shake: This natural roofing option is nature-friendly and also
one of the environment-friendly roofing materials. Statistics also popular as cedar shakes. Besides adding charm and elegance
reveal that the average metal roofing can last for approximately to the house, they are super durable and strong. Due to their
60 years with routine maintenance and care, and companies insulation properties, they make it an energy-efficient roof. In spite
will need to spend less money on roofing replacements and also of all the good attributes they need regular maintenance, from
contribute less waste to landfill with time. termites and plant growths. But the fact that wood shakes are
Slate Tiles: If you are looking for stylish and durable eco-friendly available in the treated form, makes them worry-free.
roofing sheets, you can check out the slate tiles. These well-built With such plethora of alternatives in the offing, roofing companies
tiles are extremely environment-friendly, non-inflammable and are certainly up for a great growth momentum in the future and
long-lasting. However, they demand high installation charges and with PEBs gaining immense prominence, the sky is the only limit
the help of professionals as they are difficult to maintain. for roofing solution providers.

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