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Your blueprint for green building construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing

Roofing

Green roofing includes a combination of materials that when properly assembled can insulate the house from hot and cold temperature extremes and control the flow of air and moisture. Builders should use roofing materials best suited for their climate conditions. This section discusses the implementation, benefits, and challenges of  using wood trusses, aluminum or galvanized metal roofs, shingles, radiant roof barriers, and rainwater catchment systems.

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  • Exterior Wall Systems
  • Floor Framing and Subfloors
  • Insulation
  • Roofing

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