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Metal roofing is one of the most "green" upgrades you can add to your house (right behind thin-film solar panels, which we also install). It’s made of 25 to 30% recycled material, which helps it earn points in the United States Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) program. It’s also fully recyclable at the end of its ridiculously long lifespan. It also uses far less resources than shingle-based roofs, which are primarily petroleum based. It also saves on your energy costs. As we know, every little bit of energy conservation counts when trying to reduce your footprint. Standing seam metal can save you 30% on your energy bills thanks to its important properties: reflectivity and emissivity. Take a look at the key differences between shingle and metal heat displacement:
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