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Life-Cycle Analysis (LCA) of SPF Commercial Roofing

24 Oct 2014 | Under Roofing | Posted by Jon Cook | 0 Comments

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An important grading system for commercial roofing is the Life-Cycle Analysis (LCA) of roofing solutions. Organizations such as Green Globes, a by-product of the U.S. Green Building Initiative, provide the resources and tools necessary to accurately predict the LCA of any given commercial roofing solution. The better a commercial roofing solution’s LCA result, the more durable and efficient the roof is expected to maintain over its lifespan. There are specific factors put into consideration with a typical Life-Cycle Analysis:

Climate change
Energy retention
Environmental risks and impacts
Health factors
Air and waste pollution

Recent LCA studies by CertainTeed roofing manufacturer and the SPF Alliance have revealed highly impressive results for the life-cycle benefits of SPF roofing solutions.

The molecular bonding nature of SPF roofing is extremely durable, adding value to the overall LCA (Life-Cycle Analysis). The cohesion of closed-cell SPF roofing material creates a naturally strong, air- and weather-resistant covering for any roof or substrate.
The initial development, production, and installation of closed-cell SPF roofing solutions require less energy, lowering the environmental effect throughout processing.
Many materials used in closed-cell SPF roofing solutions are recycled and locally sourced. This greatly reduces transportation energy and purchase price of first-generation materials while also extending the life-cycle of the composite materials.

Our R&A Contracting team prides itself on being expert installers of Lapolla Industries‘ FOAM-LOK closed-cell SPF roofing solution. Many R&A Contracting clients are already saving significant expenses off their energy bills because of the high LCA efficiency of FOAM-LOK. If your business is needing a new roof or foam insulation for its walls, invest in a FOAM-LOK solution for the most energy efficient cool roofing solution available today.

Call R&A Contracting to schedule your complimentary roof inspection today!

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Jim Lowry - Bissinger's Handcrafted Chocolatier

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Jim Lowry - Bissinger's Handcrafted Chocolatier

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Jay Moore, President of Safe Way Tire and Auto Center

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Will from Dardenne Prairie, MO

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Jerry from SLR Properties

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Lindell from Greater Missouri Builders (GMB)

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Ross from Troy, MO

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Director of Facilities for a large Property Management Company

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