Environmentally Friendly Roofing Options

Environmentally-minded homeowners may wonder what type of shingle is the greenest option for their home. The good news is, there are several roofing options that are environmentally friendly. Here are a few of the environmentally friendly roofing choices we recommend to homeowners in the Cincinnati area.

Recycled shingles

Recycled asphalt shingles are made from waste material. Buying recycled shingles is a green option, because it reduces waste material that would have otherwise gone to landfills while maintaining the quality of the end product. It’s a green way to keep your home’s appearance consistent with other houses in the neighborhood.

Wood shingles or shakes

Wood shingles are a green option for homeowners for several reasons. One, wood shingles can be made from recycled or reclaimed wood. Two, wood shingles can be recycled at the end of their life. Wood shingles can last up to twenty years with proper maintenance and are zero waste when recycled or reused at the end of their life span.

Metal roofing

Metal roofing can last upwards of fifty years. What’s more, metal roofs contain recycled materials and are recycled at the end of their long life span. While metal roofs are pricey to install, their longevity makes up for the initial expense.

Slate or tile roofing

Slate and tile are considered environmentally friendly choices for roofs because they’re made from natural materials. Tile can last for 50 years and slate can last 75 years with minimal maintenance needs (typically, replacing a few broken shingles).

Cool roofs

So-called cool roofs, which can lower air-conditioning bills, represent the fastest-growing category of roofs. Cool roofs rely on white gravel to reflect the sun’s rays back to the atmosphere, decreasing your home’s solar heat gain. Just as you are cooler in hot weather wearing white than wearing dark clothes, which absorb heat, your home is cooler with a light-colored roof to block the sun’s rays. Since your home stays cooler, you can run the air conditioner less frequently. This saves money on monthly utility bills. As you consume less electricity, you will decrease your home’s carbon footprint and curb dependence on coal energy.

If you are interested in these environmentally friendly roofing materials, the first step is to get a quote for installation on your roof. Contact us today to obtain a roofing quote or to learn more about any of these environmentally friendly roofing options

Jacob Brandstetter

Vice President of KangaRoof, Jacob Brandstetter has transformed a family-inherited business into Cincinnati’s choice in roofing and windows. With decades of industry experience flowing through his veins—having inherited the business directly from his father—Brandstetter has positioned KangaRoof as a leader in roofing, windows and exceptional service. Known for his rare combination of patience and honesty in sales, Brandstetter has built KangaRoof's reputation on transparency, quality craftsmanship, and reliable solutions for residential and commercial clients. His leadership extends beyond traditional business metrics, focusing on delivering roofing solutions that protect and enhance clients' most valuable assets. From selecting cutting-edge roofing materials to developing innovative installation techniques, Brandstetter continues to drive KangaRoof forward, honoring his family's legacy while pushing the boundaries of what a modern roofing company can achieve.

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