Benefits of insulated roofing panels in South East Queensland
Insulated roofing in outdoor entertainment spaces and exposed workspaces provides home and business owners with greater comfort and cost savings than traditional roofing.
If you live in Brisbane, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast or the Gold Coast, then you know how the long hot summers can impact on your lifestyle. South-east Queensland summers keep people inside their air-conditioned homes when all they want to do is be outside. Insulated panel roofing is the answer.
Insulated roofing protects you from the summer heat while you are working in your sheds, and carports, or while you are entertaining on your verandahs and patios.
Insulated roof panels from Easy Panel Roofing have a hard metal shell that not only looks good but also protects your outdoor spaces from extreme weather, such as hail.
There are good reasons why insulated roof panels are becoming increasingly popular with home builders and renovators. The materials available make the panels extremely tough and long-lasting, and the insulation is effective in reducing extremes in temperature.
This article will look at a few of the significant benefits you get from installing insulated roof panels compared to other roofing options.
Eight insulated roof panel benefits for your home or commercial space
The benefits of insulated roof panels are numerous, and it helps people to enjoy their outdoor spaces while providing protection from the elements. It helps to utilise your outdoor spaces effectively, giving homeowners more room to spread out. Insulated panels;
- cool your outdoor spaces
- are durable compared to traditional roofing
- are easy to install
- have a modern look
- save money on heating and cooling bills
- are completely weatherproof
- add value to your home
- are environmentally friendly
Cool outdoor spaces
Insulated patio roof panels help your outdoor environment feel cooler, and comfortable in the tropical South East Queensland summer months. Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich and Gold Coast residents who have insulated roofing panels over their outdoor areas can spend more time enjoying the fresh air without the risk of exposure or other problems caused by overheating.
It also makes your garage or workshop cooler and a more comfortable space to work in during the heat of the day. The metal casing of the panel does not absorb all of the summer heat but instead reflects most of it to keep the ceiling cooler on hot days and dispel latent heat away from your home.
Longer lasting
Insulated panels are long-lasting because the insulation is completely encased in a hard, durable metal shell. When using quality products, it gives the builder more flexibility on where to place supporting posts, beats and the battens needed for the build. It can also reduce the number of supports needed.
Panels can last for anywhere between 20 to 50 years, but it’s recommended that you replace them after 25 years. This is an approximation, as quality panels can usually last longer if they are not damaged.
Weather Proof
Thunderstorms are common across South East Queensland during the summer season. With this wild weather comes the threat of hail, which has the potential of causing tens of thousands of dollars in damage to windows, cars, and anything else in its path.
According to the Insurance Council of Australia, a hail storm that swept through south-east Queensland in October 2020 cost insurers about $1.05 billion. Some cars in the path of the hail storm cost more than $10,000 to repair.
Insulated metal panels offer protection not just from the elements but also from the worst the elements can throw at homes in Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.
The panels from Easy Panel Roofing also snap together and lock for a watertight seal, so no moisture can get through the roofing panels to damage the insulation. The insulation is also not exposed to the air, which eliminates any chance of condensation in the panel and reduces deterioration for a longer life.
Insulated roof panels are also highly fire resistant because they are mostly constructed of metal.
Easy to install
An insulated roof panel will last about the same time as traditional roofing solutions, where you would install a roof, insulation and ceiling separately. The real benefit is in the replacement time and cost. Insulated roof panels are easy to install and, when the time has come, easy to replace.
Homeowners doing a DIY renovation will appreciate the ease at which roof panels can be installed. Roof panels can also be cut to your specifications, so you don’t have to second guess what you need, and you can reduce material waste. The kits from Easy Panel Roofing also come with all the screws, rivets, and trims – all you will need to do a professional installation every time.
Give your roof a modern, sleek look with insulated panels
Insulated patio roofing has an outer shell with a sleek finish for both the roofing and ceiling. Easy Panel Roofing uses the best quality materials, and its shows in the finished product. The insulated roof will look good for decades after it’s installed.
Save money on heating and cooling bills
One of the biggest household expenses is the heating and cooling of your home. While it might seem that saving money on energy bills should be on the top of this list, this benefit is one that you notice over time. When you cool your outside areas, you reduce the amount of sun hitting exposed walls and windows, so you will notice a difference inside the house.
According to Australia’s Guide to Sustainable Homes, using insulation materials to reduce the direct sun hitting exposed walls can save up to 15% in energy costs. In fact, the Australian Government recommends insulation, such as insulated roof panels, as part of its sustainability plan for housing.
During winter, the insulation can store some of that winter sunshine and radiate it out when the night chills the air. Insulation also helps to retain the heat of the day in your home as the outside temperature cools.
The immediate impact on your lighting and heating bills might be small, but over the 20-25 year life of your panels, the savings will add up to significant energy savings. Insulated patio roofing saves you enough money to pay for their replacement when needed.
Add value to your home
Insulation is a simple addition to any house, and it instantly increases the value of properties. Insulated roof panels add more square metres around your home that are protected from the weather and offer more living space and entertainment areas for homeowners.
According to real estate research, renters cite that usable outdoor space is one of the top 10 features they look for when searching for a rental property. The other is effective heating and cooling. Temperature control is something that can be lacking with many rentals and has sparked a movement for healthy homes for renters.
Insulated patio roofing is one simple way to solve this problem and make your home more appealing to the rental market.
Are Environmentally Friendly
When you add up all the benefits already discussed, it’s obvious that an insulated patio roof is the right environmental choice for your home. Not only does it save energy by reducing the need to cool or heat your home, but it also saves in materials with all the roofing, insulation and ceiling in one easy-to-install unit.
Insulated roof panels: a final word
Is it any wonder that insulated roof panels are becoming increasingly popular as a cost-effective and resilient option for outdoor roofing in Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast? Our environment is perfect for that outdoor workspace, children’s play area, entertainment or just a space for quiet contemplation. Insulated panels are as flexible and reliable as you need them to be for any use.
