Proper Maintenance and Specs Lead to Roofing Sustainability and Longevity
Source: Facilitiesnet, Tuesday, October 06, 2009
What makes a roof sustainable? That might seem to be a simple question, but the reality is that a range of factors has to be considered to determine whether a roof can truly be considered sustainable. Is the roof made from recycled content and can it be recycled? Does it have a low embodied energy? Can it help a building save energy after is has been installed? Does it help the building reduce stormwater runoff?
It’s a lot to consider. And while all those characteristics are important, arguably the most important factor in sustainability is simply how long the roof lasts.