Louisville, Ky.-based Metal Sales Manufacturing Corp. supplied 5,000 square feet of 24-gauge Magna- Loc standing seam roof panels in Antique Patina for a 3,000-square-foot, net zero home, Farrar Green Home and Sustainable Farm, Escondido, Calif. The project is one of San Diego County’s first LEED Platinum homes and is Energy Star qualified.
Drew Hubbell, owner of Hubbell & Hubbell Architects, San Diego, says metal roofs’ longevity, reflectivity and energy-efficient qualities made it an ideal choice for a sustainable home. “The cool metal roof reflects heat, reducing cooling needs and allowed for easy installation of the photovoltaic panels without penetrating the roof,” he says. “The standing seam roof also fit the architectural style of the home with an antique patina finish. The simple lines of the roof fit in with the modern design of the home and complement the home’s exterior.”
Rhonda and Nigel Farrar, owners, say they chose the metal roof for its sustainability and life expectancy. “Compared to other non-metal roofing materials, a metal roof is more durable and lighter, resulting in structural savings when building,” Rhonda Farrar says. “Metal roofing also makes our home safer in the event of an earthquake or fire. Due to the reflectivity and energy efficiency of the metal, the roof contributes to a comfortable, energy-efficient living space.”
The metal roof reduced the amount of energy needed to cool the home. The steel panels are 100-percent recyclable and contain a high percentage of recycled material. These factors contributed to the LEED Platinum certification.
The general contractor was Gaitaud Construction, San Diego, and the roofing contractor was Victor Contracting & Roofing Inc., Escondido.
Metal Sales Manufacturing Corp., www.metalsales.us.com
