 | Green roofs, also known as planted roofs, make it possible for densely built urban space to be greened, and this greening helps improve widespread environmental concerns. Chinese government officials looking to solve the problems of a growing … |
 | You don't have to give up architectural style to use an eco-friendly shingle. Enviroshake has launched the Enviroshingle roofing product which is designed to emulate a smooth sawn architecturally uniform perfection cedar shingle. However, the … |
 | A new extruded cellular PVC gutter system looks like sophisticated wood trim but doesn't require the upkeep of wood. INTEX Millwork Solutions launched its new PVC Boston Gutter System which has the full aesthetic appeal of wood with strength and … |
 | As the Proud Green Home at Serenbe rises, more of the unique design features become apparent. While much attention has been given to the advanced framing techniques, insulation, high performance windows, it's time to turn to the exterior. Roof and … |
 | NEXUS EnergyHomes Inc. will offer Dow POWERHOUSE Solar Shingles to homebuyers in their upcoming Nexus GeoSolar Communities, as well as to their new construction luxury custom homebuyers, and clients within the trending teardown market. The … |
| With tax season upon us, many homeowners who recently completed energy efficiency updates to their homes or are planning to do so in the coming year may qualify for a little help from Uncle Sam. Congress recently extended a tax credit for energy … | |
 | The first snowfall of the season is picturesque, but the novelty begins to wear off after snow becomes inconvenient and creates damage to a home. Winter weather increases the vulnerability to a homeowner's roof. Preparing a roof before inclement … |
 | GAF's Certified Green Roofer program encourages greener business practices by paying companies for recycling roofing materials. To date, the two-year-old program has paid more than $60,000 in incentive money to participating contractors. Martin … |
| The color of a roof can affect its energy efficiency, according to a recent study by Concordia University in Montreal, Canada, which claims that painting roofs white is as environmentally friendly as taking cars off the roads for half a century. The … | |
 | In many municipalities around the country, metal drip edge flashing is not required by code. However, I would highly suggest going above and beyond code on this building aspect. Metal drip edge is a relatively cheap product with very tangible long … |
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Metal Sales Architectural Systems
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