Residential Roofing — Going Green
Green is a fairly easy sell in the commercial roofing market, but due to the cost of going green, homeowners are not as enthusiastic. Attitudes are varied depending on what part of the United States you live in. Florida homeowners are asking a lot of questions about green roofing and are actively pursuing actual purchases. Changes in the Florida building code has sparked a strong desire in the homeowner to save on utilities, especially air conditioning bills. This interest is not limited to Floridians. No matter where you actually reside in the U.S., everyone seems interested in ways to save on the high cost of utilities.
It is the general conception of most contractors that residential solar systems would be installed more if homeowners could afford it. While many homeowners would like to use a residential solar system, they simply can’t afford to do it. Many are, however, switching from conventional asphalt shingles to metal or tile roofing systems. While the homeowner’s interest in green roofing is somewhat narrow, they do show strong interest in other green ideas such as rain barrels and solar powered attic or whole house fans.
Many contractors are taking it upon themselves to present green ideas to homebuilder prospects. Interest and awareness, especially in the roofing field, means reduced energy consumption. Basically, some people are more sensitive than others when it comes to green. Some care, some don’t. Some have the means to be environmentally friendly and others don’t.
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