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Tile Roofs

By Mike Tonsbeek
There basically two types of roof tiles, clay and concrete.  The oldest types of roof tiles are made of clay.  Clay tiles have been around for many centuries dating back to the Neolithic period in China and later made popular by the Romans.  Concrete tiles were first created in the middle of [...]

DGBA Video Series: A Garden in the sky….

DGBA Video Series: A Garden in the sky….
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‘Cool’ Roofs for Your Home

Not only are builders using metal roofs for commercial buildings, multi-family units and retail shopping centers but, more and more, cool metal roofs are being utilized for residential housing as well.
 
Metal roofs are on the leading edge of technology and are being sought after as an energy saving material for your home. They can [...]

Some of the “coolest” houses on the planet….literally!

Today I'm kicking of a series of some of the "coolest" green building projects on this planet. The DGBA Green Building Video Collection.
 

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The Evils of Ponding Water

What is ponding water?  Ponding water as defined by the NRCA, National Roofing Contractors Association, as water that remains on a roof surface longer than 48 hours after the termination of the most recent rain event.

Long-term ponding water on a roof surface is one of the most destructive conditions that can adversely affect the [...]

Roof Maintenance

 
Yes, roofs of all types require periodic maintenance.  Most building owners do not proactively maintain their roofs, only calling for service after a problem arises such as interior water intrusion that usually also causes other damage to the building.
Proper proactive roof maintenance should always include a visual inspection by a qualified roofing professional at least [...]

Shingles

Asphalt shingles possess an overwhelming share of the U.S. steep-slope roofing market and may be reinforced with organic or fiberglass materials. Although asphalt shingles reinforced with organic felts have been around much longer, fiberglass-reinforced products now dominate the market.
Organic shingles consist of a cellulose-fiber (i.e., wood) base that is saturated with asphalt and coated with [...]

Cool Metal Roof

This house has an ENERGY STAR ® rated cool roof system in Dallas, Texas. The reflectivity property of the ‘cool metal roof’ allows this home to reduce its energy costs in the summer months. The roof was built so it sloped in one direction and can be used to collect rain water once a water [...]

CORIM Says Wood Products Reduce Global Warming

The Consortium for Research on Renewable Industrial Materials (CORRIM) at the University of Washington conducted a study on the environmental impact of lumber production.  They have interesting findings that might shock you regarding the sustainablility of wood.  Wood is among the most energy-efficient and environmentally friendly of all building materials.  Wood buildings are readily adapted and are a renewable [...]