概述
Reflective roof coatings provide a uniform membrane that helps protect and preserve the underlying roof system. They are typically applied by spraying or roller application with additional fiber reinforcement around the flashings, 屋顶渗透, 舱口和其他屋顶设备.
好处 of reflective roof treatments include:
- Reduced energy use: Reflective roof coatings help lower roof temperatures and energy use requirements during daytime hours, 减少暖通空调系统的负荷.
- Increased roof life: A highly reflective roof coating provides UV protection for your roof. It reduces heat transfer into the building, decreasing thermal expansion and contraction of the roof membrane and adding years to your roof while reducing maintenance costs. Reflective roof treatments can help extend your roof life up to 10 years.
- Cost-effective: Roof coating systems are easier and quicker to apply and less expensive than installing a new roofing system. They are applied directly on top of your existing roofing system, so they don’t require the amount of labor and materials that comes with a new roof installation.
激励
0美元的激励.05 /英尺2 of roof area is available for retrofits and new construction through hg8868皇冠下载’s Commercial and Industrial 能源 Efficiency Program, when applied to the roof above a space with mechanical air conditioning.
回报
Reflective roof treatment can be very affordable, with energy savings ranging from 7-15% of total cooling costs. 像所有的屋顶工程一样, costs can vary depending on multiple factors including roof size, 位置, 气候, 屋顶通道也很方便. Some projects have very low installation costs while the associated energy savings provide a great incentive for building owners. 回报期可以是即时的.