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Corrugated Industries of Florida, Inc., an Energy Star Partner, manufactures several metal roofing
profiles that meets or exceeds the programs coating testing requirements. These color coatings
include: Polar White, Colony Green, Ash Gray, Light Stone, Rustic Red, Sahara Tan, Aztec Gold
and Acrylic Coated Galvalume.
ENERGY STAR is a label put on products that have met energy-efficiency
guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
ENERGY STAR products help save energy, save money, and play an
important role in the solution of global warming by preventing the greenhouse gas emissions
caused when electricity is generated.
Benefits of using Energy Star qualified roof products:
- Saves Money and Energy. Energy bills can be reduced by up to 50% by
reducing the amount of air-conditioning needed in buildings. Homes and buildings located in
hot and sunny climates will see the greatest energy and cost savings.
- Downsizes Cooling Equipment: Peak cooling demand can be reduced by
10-15% allowing the home or building owner to purchase a smaller, more efficient, and less
expensive cooling system.
- Decreases Pollution in Urban Areas: Less fossil fuels are burned
resulting in less pollution from power plants.
- Roof Products Life Increased: A more constant temperature is
maintained which reduces thermal shock. Thermal shock occurs during temperature changes.
The roof expands and contracts, causing stress and degrading the roof.
ENERGY STAR roof products reflect more of the suns rays therefore
decreasing the amount of heat allowed into a building and lowering the roofs surface temperature
by up to 100F thus increasing the roof product life.
The Energy Policy Act of 2005 includes a tax credit for consumers that use
energy star products. Qualified products may cost more but have the highest efficiency levels
and will lower energy bills in a reasonable amount of time. All Energy Star labeled metal roofs
qualify for the tax credit of $500.00. They must be expected to last 5 years or have a 2 year
warranty. Installation costs are not included. Manufacturers Certification Statement is required
and IRS Form 5695 must be filed.
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