Cool Roofs Presentation

Cool Roofs Program
A new project in our commitment to energy efficiency in Baltimore
Using a well-tested and innovative roofing process, we create roofs that:
improve buildings’ energy efficiency
reduce air conditioning demands
decrease the City’s heat island effect
seal & prevent leaks
are long lasting & easy to maintain

“ Cool Roofing translates into considerable energy savings, reduced air pollution and emissions, and increased durability” -U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

What is a Cool Roof?
An Energy Star-approved, white acrylic re-roof system, applied over your existing roof by Civic Works experts

Why should I get one?
Reduced cooling costs = energy savings!
Contribute to lowering Baltimore’s heat island effect
Seal & prevent leaks - includes 10 year warranty
Long lasting
Easily maintained with a one layer recoat after 10-15 years

How is it Installed?
▪ Clear and clean the work area

Installation
Apply RubberKote sealant to any areas of extra concern
Pooling water Large cracks

Installation
Embed reinforcing mesh fabric between two coats of PolaRoof AC acrylic, overlapping fabric seams three inches

Installation
Repeat previous steps for all flashings
Apply a full coat of acrylic
Allow to dry completely
Apply final coat of acrylic and….

… A Cool Roof!

What is this PolaRoof AC stuff anyway?
Outstanding Features:
Reduces stress fatigue due to thermal cycling
Highest U.L. rating for fire protection at unlimited slope
EPA Energy Star rating reassures significant energy savings
Completely dry surface remains clean
Provides long lasting waterproofing protection
Environmentally friendly (contains no solvents)
www.andek.com

What is this PolaRoof AC stuff anyway?
Inhibits corrosion
Resists fungal attack
Can easily be recoated without use of primer
Remains flexible, tough, and weatherproof in all climates
Will not get brittle and crack with age
Protects against UV deterioration
www.andek.com

How does it work? The idea is simple: White roofs reflect sunlight and emit heat better than darker ones
On a hot, sunny, summer day, traditional roofing materials may reach 190° F
Cool Roofs only reach peak temperatures of 120° F
U.S. EPA

Before & After

Cool Roofs…
Have high solar reflectance
-meaning they reflect a large portion of the sun’s energy
Have high thermal emittance
-meaning they release a large percentage of absorbed heat
U.S. EPA

Cool Roof applications:
-reflect solar radiation
-reducing heat transfer to the interior of the building
-thus reducing energy demands and costs
www.ferret.com/au U.S. EPA

Does it really help the environment?
“ Where Cool Roofs have been installed, the outside temperature in the immediate area is cooler than in areas a block away without the roofs.” -Audrey Chang, Cool Roof Rating Council
Eliminates tear-off & disposal of waste materials that occurs with traditional roof upgrade
“ Air conditioners use up to 1/6th of the electricity in the U.S. and on hot summer days consume 43% of the U.S. peak power load.” -Union of Concerned Scientists

Cool roofs exhibit two other advantages over darker roofs:
Cool roofs last longer
Changing temperatures cause a dark roof to expand and contract
Since white roofs expand less in summer time, the roofing material is worn less
www.roofmenders.com

Cool Roofs are "maintainable"
A Cool Roof can be recoated with one white acrylic application (no need for the mesh or extra layers)
This eliminates tear off costs over the lifetime of a building
Only done every 5-10 years beyond initial warranty
www.roofmenders.com

How much does it cost?
Just like almost all energy-efficiency upgrades, the up-front cost of a Cool Roof is slightly higher than a traditional roof
▪ But once you factor in maintenance costs over the life of each roof and energy cost-savings provided by a Cool Roof, it is clearly an economically wise investment

In lieu of a complete Cool Roof system, you can opt for 1 or 2 layers of the white acrylic
Similar cooling effects and energy cost savings
Increase in durability and longevity
The acrylic itself has a 10 year product warranty so this is still a good investment
Civic Works does not provide a 10 year warranty against leaks with this service
What other options are there?

What other options are there?
Colors
Same acrylic product and same installation, so warranty still applies
Colors other than white are not Energy Star rated
But another light color will still have a drastic effect

Color Options…

How do I get one?
Civic Works provides free price quotes
We measure your roof, take pictures and prepare a price
We can e-mail or fax the work proposal
We can answer any concerns you have or adjust the scope of work
If you accept, we will schedule a time to get started

Sign Up Now
Provide us with the following:
Name
Phone Number
E-mail Address or Fax Number
Address of Roof
If you would like to be home when we come
Or you can contact John Mello at
410-366-8533 x 223
[email_address]

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