Since saving energy is a big concern for homeowners and builders in Florida, the focus on the materials in the building envelope has grown, especially for the roof. Even though metal roofs are energy efficient, linking them with radiant barrier insulation like Low-E Thermasheet improves their energy savings. We provide top-notch insulation products at RPS Metal Roofing & Siding that are meant for use with our metal roofing, helping customers build more efficiently from the roof down.
What is meant by Low-E Thermasheet?
The lightweight Low-E Thermasheet is installed under your metal roof to act as a radiant barrier. It is made up of a closed-cell polyethylene foam inside, surrounded by two layers of aluminum foil. The design is built to reflect radiant heat instead of absorbing it which helps keep the building cooler.
While regular insulation mainly keeps heat from moving by conduction and convection, Low-E Thermasheet also prevents radiant heat from passing through. For this reason, it is especially helpful in Florida, where solar radiation can warm up the inside of buildings a lot.
What Are the Functions of Thermasheet?
Radiation, convection and conduction bring heat from the sun into your building. Although they are good for conductive and convective heat, standard insulation products don’t usually handle radiant energy well. That’s when Thermasheet insulation becomes useful.
Thermasheet installed just below the metal roof reflects most of the radiant heat, avoiding heat from entering the attic or inside the building. It helps to cool the attic, reduces how hard the HVAC unit works and improves the home’s energy efficiency.
Benefits of Low-E Thermasheet in Buildings in Florida
1. Higher levels of energy efficiency.
Since Florida’s climate is so warm and sunny, having energy-efficient roofing is necessary, not just a luxury. Thermasheet keeps the building cooler by blocking heat before it enters. This will result in you using the air conditioner less and paying less for energy in the future.
2. Moisture Resistance
Thermasheet insulation acts as a strong vapor barrier. Because it is closed-cell, moisture cannot penetrate the material which keeps your roof deck and attic dry. It is especially important in Florida, as the humidity in the air is high most of the year.
3. Improved Comfort
Low-E Thermasheet in buildings results in a more pleasant climate inside and fewer areas that get too hot. The benefit of improved comfort is especially obvious in metal-roofed buildings, where heat gain is often a major issue without a radiant barrier.
4. Light and Quick to Install
Thermasheet is very good at insulating, but installing it is easy and fast. Since the material is light, flexible and easy to cut, it is perfect for new projects as well as improvements to older buildings. Contractors find it convenient that installation is fast and homeowners are happy that the process causes little disruption.
5. How well something will last and perform over a long period
Thermasheet is constructed to be durable. It does not get worse, absorb moisture or become less effective as some other insulations might. When installed with a metal roofing system from RPS, it forms a strong roof that will keep saving money on energy and costs for many years.
Why It Is Now Considered a Standard in Florida
Because of stricter building standards and energy guidelines in the state, more construction companies are using Low-E Thermasheet to fulfill the rules. In Florida, a lot of green-certified and energy-efficient homes now feature radiant insulation by default. Because of the intense sun, high humidity and increased energy costs, Thermasheet is now important in any smart Florida roofing system.
Thermasheet should be a top choice when building a new home, updating an old one or aiming for a more energy-efficient roof on a commercial site. Apart from making homes warmer or cooler, it also reduces energy use, brings more comfort inside and saves money in the future.
Buy the Necessary Materials from an Approved Supplier
We are proud at RPS Metal Roofing & Siding to provide products that support environmentally friendly and energy-saving building projects. For your next roofing project, we supply all the Thermasheet materials and help you with proper installation. When you use our premium metal roofing panels and trims with the system, you get a set-up that lasts, holds up well and is efficient.
Today, you can reach out to us to learn how Low-E Thermasheet will improve your roof and help you stay cooler, smarter and more energy-efficient in Florida.