Landmark Exteriors, Inc. Selected by Dow Solar as an Exclusive Dow Powerhouse Authorized Dealer

NORWALK, CT, December 09, 2012 (Press-News.org) Landmark Exteriors, Inc., a Norwalk-based roofing, siding and gutter design and installation company founded in 1996, has been selected as the exclusive Connecticut-based authorized dealer and installer of Dow POWERHOUSE Solar Shingles, an award-winning residential roofing system that protects like a standard shingle, but also has embedded solar cells to power the home.

In an announcement yesterday by Dow Solar, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company, Landmark Exteriors was named an exclusive POWERHOUSE Authorized Dealer. In comparison to other solar roofing systems on the market, POWERHOUSE Solar Shingles are designed to look like traditional roofing shingles, and can be installed seamlessly into a new or existing roof.

"Our clients invest in exquisite roofing design solutions that increase the value of their homes over time," said J. Scott Teed, founder of Landmark Exteriors. "By offering this innovative Solar Shingle system, our clients will realize an immediate return on investment, without sacrificing the aesthetics they have come to expect from Landmark Exteriors."

"We are excited to be working with Landmark Exteriors," said Dan Petzolt, Dow Solar Commercial Director. "Landmark's reputation for quality and craftsmanship was an important factor in choosing them as an authorized POWERHOUSE dealer."

"We are impressed with the technology behind the system," added Teed, "especially the web-based monitoring system that provides real-time performance data to the homeowner."

In addition to working with homeowners, architects and builders in Connecticut, Landmark Exteriors also serves Westchester County, the north shore of Long Island and the Hamptons. If you are interested in learning more about Landmark Exteriors and their partnership with Dow Solar and DOW POWERHOUSE, please contact Scott Teed at 203.838.3838.

About Landmark Exteriors, Inc.
Landmark Exteriors, a premiere roofing, siding and gutter design and installation company based in Norwalk, Connecticut was founded by J. Scott Teed in 1996. With more than 45 years of combined industry experience and an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, Landmark Exteriors has been servicing clients through Connecticut, Westchester County, the north shore of Long Island and the Hamptons for over 16 years. Landmark Exteriors specializes in creating unique cedar, slate, tile, copper and shingle roofing and siding, as well as custom gutter and downspout system solutions. The company also provides design and consultation services for homeowners, architects and builders.

About DOW POWERHOUSE
The DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle is a first-of-its kind solar roofing product, developed to combine the benefits of solar technology with the durability and performance of traditional roofing materials. It is designed to install, look and function in a way that has never been done before. POWERHOUSE is reinventing the roof with a new generation of homeowners looking for a smart, renewable way to power their homes without compromising the home's aesthetics. Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) products from Dow Solar are one of the many innovations from Dow establishing the Company on the forefront of alternative energy solutions and expanding Dow's commitment to using chemistry to solve the world's energy challenges. The DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle was recently honored as a recipient of a 2012 Breakthrough Award by POPULAR MECHANICS, and a 2012 Gold Edison Award for Best New Product. In 2009 it was named as one of the Best Inventions by Time Magazine. More information about DOW POWERHOUSE can be found at http://www.DOWPOWERHOUSE.com.