How does the roof affect the air conditioning of the home?

The roof of a house is one of the most important aspects to take into account when constructing a building. It helps to protect us from the cold and heat, prevents water, sun and wind from entering, as well as contributing to energy savings. In this article we will look at some of the roofs that we can use in our home. Do you want to know more, we find:

• Solar shingles

Solar shingles capture photovoltaic solar energy and are perfectly integrated into the roof of our home. They represent a significant energy saving, providing clean and renewable energy. With these tiles we can have energy in the home without the need to be connected to the electricity grid.

If the house is not a first construction, the cost will be higher, since it is necessary to remove the previous roof in order to install the solar tiles, while if the house is a new construction, the cost will be lower.

• Concrete roof tiles

The advantages of concrete roof tiles are that they are able to withstand strong gusts of weather such as wind, snow or hail. They are very durable and usually do not need to be repaired for almost 50 years. This type of roof tile is perfect for both coastal and mountain areas.

• Arabic tile

They are used on pitched roofs, they are laid by placing rows in a concave position and the next row in a convex position. In addition, they are waterproof tiles, they do not need a waterproofing layer.

• Mixed tile

The mixed tiles are made of the same material as the arabic tiles, which are easier to lay, as they do not require the concave part to be laid as in the case of the arabic tiles. This type of tile avoids water filtrations more easily.

• Flat roof tile

It is recommended to use these tiles on roofs with a slight slope to avoid possible water infiltration. Flat roof tiles have a low thermal insulation index, transmitting heat directly to the interior of the house. They are used in warm climates and it is recommended that they be waterproofed. As we have seen, one of the aspects to take into account when choosing our roof is the weather conditions in our area. With a good roof we can achieve an improvement in the air conditioning of our home, in addition, if we choose solar tiles we will be able to save on our electricity bill and contribute to the environment.