Factory Direct Installations Metal Roofing Systems Blog - Going Green

Green Roofing Options

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:43:00 -0400

Here is an excerpt from this article on Green Living Ideas.com: Roofing is often heavy: always consider the environmental costs in addition to the monetary costs of shipping long distance, and purchase locally produced materials if you can. ... [More]

'Cool' roofs a hot idea?

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:57:00 -0400

Installing a cool roof is a hidden-in-plain-sight way to cool your home, shrink your electricity bill and help the planet. Read more.......

Energy Tax Credit up to $1500

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:22:00 -0400

The Federal Government Energy Tax Credit expires on December 31, 2010. This is actually a credit - you get the $1500 added to your tax refund (not just a reduction to your 'adjusted gross income'. Don't miss a great opportunity. Not...

Energy Woes See More Buildings Going "Green"

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:07:00 -0400

..... Read more on Kiplinger

Green building construction can add about 10% to the cost of a building, but the USGBC says the payoff from lowered energy use and water consumption will result in saving 10 times that initial investment. ....

Green Remolding

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:44:00 -0400

Green remolding is an approach to home improvement with the goal of not only making your home look better, but work better - for both you and the environment. A green remodel helps you realize a range of far-reaching benefits from... [More]

Home Star Proposal

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:51:00 -0400

President Obama's administration has proposed a new piece of legislation called the Home Star program. The purpose is to encourage energy efficiency home improvements with tax credits for qualifying projects, such as installing a roof that can ... [More]