An article published in NBC2 discussed how a certain roofing material is causing trouble and financial strain to several people in Florida:
Consumers across Florida are paying tens of thousands of dollars for white metal roofs that are turning black within a matter of months after installation.
“It’s something you don’t expect to have happening,” said Collier County homeowner Jayne Sventek.
She says just months after contractors finished installing a new roof on her home it was covered in black mildew.
She and her husband Patrick thought they were doing the right thing by choosing white metal.
“There was a government tax credit incentive if I put a reflective surface, meaning steel that is white or a galvanized finish,” Patrick said.
Just three months later he says that metal turned completely black.
The promise of an environment-friendly roof, alongside tax rebates from the government, attract people to metal roofing systems. Before having one installed, however, it is wise to discuss with trusted roofing contractors in St. Petersburg, FL the kind of roofing that best fits your St. Petersburg home and how to maintain it.
Metal roofing is a popular choice in Florida as recent metal products are more energy efficient. The thermal properties that are innate in these roofing materials are of great importance to the warmest state in the country. Metal roofs are durable and require little maintenance, qualities that help homeowners financially. Metal is also recyclable, which is contributory to the world’s conservation efforts and the material’s financial feasibility.
The coastal areas of Florida experience a dominant tropical climate, and its cities are constantly exposed to very humid weather day in and day out. Despite all the advantages that metal roofing can offer, it can be susceptible to mold and mildew due to the humidity and level of rainfall that the state is constantly exposed to. Keeping these roof molds unchecked can shorten the lifespan of the roof and can become detrimental to the health of children and senior citizens.
There are technologies, such as paint, that can kill molds and maintain the quality of metal roofing. It is best to solicit the advice and help of professional roofers in St. Petersburg in cleaning off these molds, and ensure you and your family health and wealth. Families with roof mold problems can contact reliable roofers like Arry’s Roofing Services Inc. to learn more about the roof cleaning process.
(Article Excerpt and Image from Southwest Florida roofs turning green and black, NBC2, November 1, 2013)
