Roofs

Roof Top Solar Energy

Posted on 16. May, 2008 by Enviroman in Roofs, Energy

Generating electricity from solar panels installed on roof tops is not a new idea. More people who live in condominiums and co-op apartments are now considering this solar option. They are tired of rising electricity costs and want to embrace renewable energy.

Roof Top Wind Energy

Posted on 14. May, 2008 by Enviroman in Roofs, Energy

Helix wind turnbine is ideal for urban environment

Condominium and Co-op Apartment associations and owners of larger commercial buildings can reduce their electricity costs and go green by installing wind energy on their roofs. The technology is here. All it takes is some persisitence.

Up on your Solar Panel Roof

Posted on 29. Apr, 2008 by Enviroman in Roofs, Energy

Heating and cooling our houses is getting more expensive and accounts for 17 percent of greenhouse gas emissions. It's time to put the the sun and the 78 million house roofs to work with solar photovoltaic roof modules. By doing so, you could reduce your electricity needs by 30-50 percent.

Metal Roofs add curb appeal, save electricity

Posted on 14. Apr, 2008 by Tom in Roofs, Energy

Metal roofs are literally cooler than asphalt roofs

When we hear metal roofs, we usually think of warehouses and commercial buildings. Not any more. Home remodelers are now using them for porches, porticos and entire roofs. They're also literally cooler than asphalt roofs.

Skylights for that Roof Overhang and Porches

Posted on 13. Apr, 2008 by Tom in Roofs

Overhangs and porches provide shelter and beauty to a house. They also cut down on natural light entering the main part of a house. Skylights installed in overhangs and porches solve this problem.