The Diocese of Peoria’s Sacre-Coeur Retreat Center is a $27 million facility designed to revitalize the local Catholic community and serve as a center for worship and reflection. To ensure the center’s long-term functionality and sustainability, the project incorporated energy-efficient building materials, including advanced roofing systems.

BILCO played a vital role in the project by supplying thermally broken roof hatches with high-performance insulation that minimizes heat transfer and prevents condensation. These hatches, along with LadderUP® safety posts and safety railings, ensure both energy efficiency and worker safety when accessing the rooftop. The thermally broken design of the hatches aligns with the retreat’s goals of reducing energy costs, while the safety posts address the need for secure rooftop access, especially in areas prone to severe weather.