Recycling, riding a bike to work and using less water are all small actions that we can take to reduce waste and save energy. One way we can have a positive impact on the environment is to say goodbye to wasteful asphalt roofing and revamp our homes with long-lasting, energy-efficient metal roofing. 

For homeowners thinking about making their homes more efficient, metal roofing is more economical in the long-run, and more environmentally friendly than other roofing materials. The experts at Dixieland Metals of Alabama in Dothan, AL can supply you with new metal roofing in almost any color, allowing you to be save money on energy costs and reduce waste that will end up in a landfill. 

If you’re skeptical about the environmental benefits of metal roofing, take a look at its eco-friendly qualities:

• Made With Recycled Materials: Metal roofing is generally made of recycled materials and can also be recycled after use when it's at the end of its long lifespan. And even though it’s been repurposed, it lasts longer than all other roofing materials.
• Install It Over Your Current Roof: Unlike asphalt shingles, metal roofing can be installed over your current roof. Make sure to use a vapor barrier such as Heatshield or wood lathing if you go this route! Dixieland Metals can provide you with Heatshield to block heat and moisture from the old shingles. This method saves you from having to rip out materials and put them in a landfill; you can just use the previous roof as a base and build over it. The old roofing also acts as insulation for your home, which saves energy! 
• Saves Energy: By installing light-colored metal roofing, you can reflect more of the sun’s heat from your roof than you would with other materials. This in turn keeps the inside of your home cooler during the summer, meaning you won’t have to use as much energy to cool your home.

To guarantee that you have the most energy efficient and environmentally friendly roof available, call the experts at Dixieland Metals of Alabama to discuss roofing options. Call (334) 678-0038 today for an estimate, and visit the website for more information.