Steep Slope Green System Brochure (RESGN255) · we are among the most significant supporters of green building programs and the LEED® Rating System. Find our profile at usgbc.org.

Steep Slope Green System Brochure (RESGN255)

Updated: 6/16

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Quality You Can Trust...From North America’s Largest Roofing Manufacturer!™

Helping To Improve Our Environment

For more information about GAF’s commitment to green manufacturing processes and our full line of energy-saving products, visit “Green Roof Central” at gaf.com/green

© 2016 GAF 6/16 #666

Printed with 100% renewable energy and soy-based ink on 100% recycled paper

GAF Shingles are the

• Many GAF Shingles are made with post-industrial and post-consumerrecycled content. Check the GAF Green Building Playbook at gaf.com/greenor gaf.ecoscorecard.com for the most up-to-date information.

• CREST For Homes is a free, quick tool for evaluating the cost-effectivenessof two energy-efficiency measures: cool roofing and added insulation.No registration required; just enter your zip code at coolhomes.gaf.com.

• Please help us support the shingle recycling industry by asking for your oldroof to be recycled. Find a recycler at www.shinglerecycling.org.

• To find a professional roofing contractor trained in both roofing andsustainability, do a zip code search on gaf.com and look for the CertifiedGreen Roofer™ Designation.

• GAF is a Platinum member of the U.S. Green Building Council. This meanswe are among the most significant supporters of green building programsand the LEED® Rating System. Find our profile at usgbc.org.

Your roof system can help to...• Conserve scarce natural

resources• Maximize the use of

recycled materials• Reduce home energy use

Roofing Choices That Help Save Energy And Reduce Waste

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Now more than ever, it’s easy to save energy and reducewaste when making your roofing choices. Consider these components for your new roofing system:

Solar-Powered VentsSolar-powered attic vents are designed to remove damaging heat and moisture — and help reduce your energy costs. Our Master Flow® Green Machine™ line even includes the world’s first solar- powered ridge vent!

Attic VentilationTo be energy efficient, your attic needs exhaust ventilation...• When used with proper intake

ventilation, Cobra® vents allowexcess heat and moisture toescape from your attic

• In summer, they can helpreduce the load on your ACby moving hot air out of yourattic before it builds up andcauses damage

• Also helps to reduce mois-ture content in your attic tohelp prevent roof decay

• Cobra® roll vent is evenmade of 100% recycledfiber — 20% pre-consumerrecycled content and 80%post-consumer recycledcontent

Asphalt Roofing System• When you think about

energy saving, don’tjust think windows andinsulation: your roof cansave you energy

• It’s critical that your roofsystem breathes — mean-ing that it exhales staleinternal air and preventsthe moisture build-up that,left uncontrolled, canincrease your energycosts and reduce roof life

• An asphalt shingle roofingsystem, with its long servicelife, recycled content, readi-ness for solar panels, lowrequirement for ongoingmaintenance, and recy-clability, can be your great-est asset in going green

Roof Deck Protection Your roof deck protection is critical...• Provides exceptional protec-

tion against wind-driven rain(that can soak your insulationand reduce its energyefficiency)

• Unlike most other brands,GAF Deck-Armor™ RoofDeck Protection allows yourroof system to “breathe,”helping to prolong the life ofyour roof deck

• GAF Tiger Paw™ Roof DeckProtection even “wicks” (andreleases) water that can accu-mulate inside your attic

• GAF Shingle-Mate® RoofDeck Protection contains60% post-consumerrecycled content

“ Buying a new roof? Take steps to save energy and reduce waste with GAF.”

Did You Know?

• The GAF Shinglemanufacturingprocess generatesminimal scrap waste(and we work torecycle even that)

• Used asphalt shinglescan be recycled.In fact, accordingto the NationalAsphalt PavingAssociation, asphaltis America’s mostrecycled material!

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Reflective ShinglesTimberline® Cool Series Shingles are our most envi-ronmentally friendly shingles. They are specially designed to reflect sunlight and help reduce unwanted attic heat build-up...• Helps keeps your

home cooler in the summer• Can save you an average

of 7–15% on your totalcooling costs, accordingto the Cool RoofRating Council*

• Some utility companiesmay provide incentivesfor using Timberline®

Cool Series Shingles(check rebates availableat coolhomes.gaf.com)

(U.S. only)

* Savings depend on various factors including, but not limited to, climate zone, utility rates, location, and HVAC equipment efficiency.

ThermaCal® Roof Insulation• Perfect for cathedral

ceilings, glue lam, postand beam structures, andconditioned attic spaces

• Helps reduce heat driveinto the living / condi-tioned spaces

• Exhausts excess moisturebefore it can condense inthe deck or the roofingsystem (ventilatedversion only)

• Designed for use onsteep-slope roof decks(contact GAF for furtherdetails)