After Philadelphia-based Overbrook School for the Blind's roof system began experiencing leaks in 2012, Russell Roofing Co. Inc., Oreland, Pa., restored the school’s roof and received a Gold Circle Awards honorable mention for its work.
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD®) is a disclosure document providing environmental data based on products’ life cycles. Although it’s currently unusual for roofing projects to specify roofing products with EPDS, it’s a good idea to become familiar with how EPDs are developed and how they may be required for future roofing projects.
If you want to keep your customers' best interests in mind, learn about specific electricity demand charges in your area, share the information with your clients and suggest the most cost-effective roof system solution. In many cases, the solution may include a cool roof system.