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Metal Roofing ranks high in energy efficiency by
reducing heat gain on the roof and in the attic
space, so it can lower electric bills
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Metal Roofs weigh one-third to one-eighth less
than conventional asphalt shingles.
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Metal Roofing can be installed over an existing
asphalt shingle roof.
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By
purchasing a Metal Roof, along with other
energy efficient improvements, you can quality for
an Energy Efficient Mortgage, which credits a home's
energy efficiency in the home loan, allowing you to
pay for energy improvements through the mortgage.
Up to 100 percent of energy improvements can be
financed and monthly savings are directly applied to
your maximum monthly mortgage payment. It qualifies
you for a larger mortgage and a larger tax
deduction. It can also lower your down payment
required on a mortgage for an existing home or new
construction.
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As a
homeowner, you can earn a $500 tax credit for
qualified energy efficient improvements to
residential property, and cool Metal Roofs
are specifically referenced for the credit section
1333.
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A
Metal Roof can add to the appraised value of you
home and increase the resale value. The value of
your home increases $1.45 per square foot with a
metal roof.
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By
having a Metal Roof, you can qualify for a
lower homeowner insurance premium.
