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Owning a commercial building is an investment. Although you may only use your commercial real estate during business hours, the roofing materials used to construct commercial buildings need the same attention as the roof on your home.

If the time to replace your commercial roof has arrived, using your local climate conditions can be the best way to choose from among the many commercial roofing materials available on the market today.

Cold Climates

If your business building is located in an area that sees regular snow and ice, then you should factor these weather patterns into your roofing decisions. There are two types of commercial roofing materials well-suited to withstand frigid temperatures and heavy snowfall:

1. Metal Roofing- Installing a metal roof can be beneficial if you live in an area that receives heavy snowfall. When sealed correctly using factory-applied sealants, a metal roof can remain waterproof. If your commercial roof has a steep slope, then gravity allows metal roofing materials to shed snow. This prevents the weight of heavy snowfall from building up on your roof and causing a collapse.  
2. Clay Tile Roofing- If you are looking for a commercial roofing material that is both durable and stylish, then clay tile may be your best bet. This type of commercial roofing has the ability to withstand even the coldest of climates, and boasts a lifespan of 100 years. Clay tile roofing comes in a variety of colors, so you can customize the appearance of your business building by choosing to install clay tile roofing in the future.

Temperate Climates

If your commercial property is located in an area with mild weather and a temperate climate, you may want to take advantage of roofing materials that can help reduce your energy costs.

Here are two types of commercial roofing that require access to copious amounts of sunlight, and can cut your energy bill:

1. Solar Panel Roofing- If your roof has a lot of access to sunlight, then installing a solar panel roof could be cost effective. The Edison Electric Institute studied electricity prices in the United States from 2000 to 2006. They uncovered a 2.5% annual increase in the cost of electricity over this time period; a rate that surpassed the inflation rate of 1.99% annually during the same period. With electricity costs continuing to rise, installing a solar panel roof can help you cut your business expenses in the future.  
2. Green Roofing- Many businesses are choosing to take advantage of the natural insulation provided by green roofing systems. The foliage that makes up a green roof can help to reduce the Urban Heat Island Effect. Black rooftops absorb heat, making the temperature inside the building rise. By choosing to install a green roofing system if your building is located in a temperate climate, foliage can absorb the energy that would otherwise be converted into heat.

By taking your climate conditions into account as you select a commercial roof, you will be able to choose the material that is best suited to meet your roofing needs in the future. For more information, contact Bell Roof Co. or a similar company.