Louis & Associates Roofing

Cool Roofs

is a layered, watertight blanket of elastomeric acrylics, encapsulating a tough stitch bonded polyester fabric. The result is a system which handles roof, deck, and building movement regardless of extreme temperature, thermoshock, earthquakes, hurricanes or floods.
Read more at: http://www.metacrylics.com/

Energy Star roofs save you money by lowering your cooling costs in warm summer months. These 'cool roofs' are designed and engineered to reflect the majority of solar radiation that hits your roof. Instead of being absorbed by your roof and increasing the temperature inside your home or building, 'cool roofs' reflect the heat and lower your cooling costs - by up to 50%! See the California Energy Commission for more information on the benefits and savings provided by cool roofs.

Louis & Associates are experts in the design and installation of Energy Star roof products. One of our trained staff will inspect your home or building and make a recommendation as to what is best for your roofing needs. To request consultation on installing a 'cool roof' give us a call or fill out our online service request form.

Calculate the energy levels of your home or building and find out an estimate on how much energy and money you can save by installing an ENERGY STAR labeled roof product.
Read the original Title 24 document.

California Energy Commission Title 24 Cool Roofs

Benefits of ENERGY STAR labeled roof products include:
Cost and energy savings. Reflective roofs can reduce roof surface temperature by up to 100oF preventing the sun's heat from transferring into the home or building. ENERGY STAR labeled roof products keep buildings cooler, reducing energy use, utility bills, and air pollution.

Downsized A/C equipment. A reflective roof can reduce peak cooling demand by 15%. The home or building owner may be able to purchase a smaller, less-expensive cooling system.

Extended roof life. Roofs undergo significant expansion and contraction as they heat and cool throughout the day. Heat absorbed by the roof can also accelerate degradation by ultraviolet rays and water. A reflective roof can reduce the amount of thermal shock that occurs on the roof surface and make the roof last longer.

Decreased pollution. When widely used in a community, ENERGY STAR labeled roof products decrease air temperature and cooling demands, which reduces the amount of smog in the air and benefits the entire community.

Reduced Heat Island Effect. Roofs made of non-reflective products cause the temperature of the air passing over them to rise, resulting in an increase in the overall temperature of the area, also known as a "heat island effect." The elevated temperature leads to increased building and vehicle air conditioning demand, increased levels of smog, and the associated increased incidence of heat- and smog-related health problems. Because ENERGY STAR labeled roof products lower surrounding air temperature and decrease necessary cooling demands, they reduce the amount of smog in the air.

Not All Cool Roofs Are Equal
More than just a light colored roof, a qualified Cool Roof System reflects at least 65% of the sun's heat and readily emits 80% of absorbed solar energy. The result is a reduction of roof temperatures of up to 60° F and less heat transfer to the building than that of traditional roofing materials.

Take Advantage of the California Cool Savings Program:
$40 Million in Rebates for the Installation of Qualified Roof Systems
Owners and managers of low-sloped commercial, industrial, retail, and multi-family developments with immediate roofing needs can save tens of thousands of dollars by switching to a qualified energy efficient Cool Rof System. In addition to the long-term benefits of a Cool roof, you can take advantage of a rebate offered by the State of California on the installation of a low-cost, high performance Cool Roof System.
Find more information at www.consumerenergycenter.org/rebate/index.php

PG & E Rebate:
$0.15 per square foot.
Rebates are available on a first-come, first serve basis.

Save Now and Continue Saving
In addition to the immediate savings, you'll continue to save money every month. Cool Roof Systems are less expensive than traditional roofing systems

Louis & Associates is Committed to Helping You Save Energy and Money
Call 800-843-7270 to save with the California Savings Program and receive a free, no obligation roof consultation that includes: