Construction Today - Vol 21 Issue 6 | Page 26

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Material benefits

Roofing and insulation considerations for rapidly growing commercial facilities
By Jamie Gentoso

As construction starts continue to rise for data centers and cold storage facilities , along with multi-family housing starts projected to increase in 2025 , construction professionals must leverage tailored roofing and insulation solutions to enhance energy efficiency , durability , and long-term cost savings .

Economic and technological trends are driving rapid growth in three key sectors of new construction . The construction of data centers is increasing to meet growing digital demands , even as office space construction stagnates . Cold storage facilities are also in high demand , spurred by the rise in online grocery delivery and the need for secure medical storage . Meanwhile , multi-family housing units will likely become more popular as interest rates remain high for prospective homeowners .
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