{"id":2314,"date":"2022-03-02T10:03:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-02T10:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.atozroofingdenver.com\/?p=2314"},"modified":"2022-03-15T17:07:37","modified_gmt":"2022-03-15T17:07:37","slug":"solar-powered-roofing-pros-and-cons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atozroofingdenver.com\/solar-powered-roofing-pros-and-cons\/","title":{"rendered":"Solar Powered Roofing: Pros and Cons"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Solar roofing has become more and more popular as homeowners seek to reduce utility costs and limit their carbon footprints. Is this roofing option right for you? Read on to learn the advantages and disadvantages associated with solar roofing tiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Solar tiles are made of thin-film solar cells consisting of copper indium gallium selenide. Light and flexible, the cell material is a great semiconductor. A single solar tile can produce from 50 to 114 watts or power. To get the most power, however, it\u2019s best to install the tiles along the true south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With solar tiles, each individual unit is installed and wired individually. This can be very tedious, and mistakes can be costly. This is why it\u2019s very important to hire a professional with extensive expertise. It\u2019s also important to know the pros and cons of this sort of roofing system so you can make an intelligent decision for your unique needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Solar roofing systems require a heavy up-front investment, but this comes with some pretty compelling benefits, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is the greatest advantage of solar tiled roofs and the most appealing selling point for potential buyers. Solar roofs can help lower your utility bill by producing clean, reliable energy. Solar shingles produce about 100 to 110 Watts per meter squared, while tiles produce about 65 to 70 watts per meter squared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Solar roofs are much more eco-friendly compared to fossil-fueled power sources. While it is true that the manufacturing process does rely on fossil fuels; in the long-run, solar shingles and solar roofing tiles are much more environmentally friendly because they draw power from the sun while producing no waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Solar roofs are made out of durable glass that’s resistant to impact. In fact, solar tiles typically exceed the highest Class 4 impact resistance. Solar roof shingles and tiles are also made to meet the highest standards for fire resistance (Class A fire rating).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Solar tiles are infrangible which means you can walk on them without causing breakage. Rated for wind speeds up to 130 mph, solar tiles have an estimated life expectancy of around 25 to 40 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unlike bulky solar panels, solar tiles are sleek and discrete. They also blend in with the roof and give it a clean contemporary look. Available in a variety of different forms and shapes, solar tiles can be made to look similar to various roofing materials, including shakes, clay and slate tiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n