< Go Back 5 Reasons You Should Install A Green Roof Posted: Aug 21, 2018Choosing the correct roof style for your property is crucially important. With the right material you can create anything. We�ve pulled together a list of the benefits of green roofs, showing you exactly why you should consider this roof type. At Westmorland Flat Roofing Ltd we help install green roofs across our local area.
What Are Green Roofs? Usually this roofing style includes vegetation that either partially or completely covers the roof area. Waterproofing is always used and typically consists of a single ply membrane. Once this has been laid, we also add a fleece protection layer over this along with a drainage board and growing medium.
We install Sedum, Wildflower and Biodiverse roofs. All of our materials come from Sky Garden and you can learn more about these here .
Helps To Manage Building Temperature Finding a way of successfully managing the temperature of your building is key. Regardless of whether you use this for domestic or commercial purposes, a green roof can prevent dramatic changes in heat.
The layers of green surfacing reduce costs associated with air conditioning and can help to provide an extra layer of insulation.
Improves Overall Roof Lifespan As long as it is professionally installed, a roof of this form can greatly improve the lifespan of your home�s roofing. It is estimated that a green roof can improve lifespan by around 2 to 3 times.
The benefits of this material is being felt around the world. Most recently, councillors in Vancouver have been calling for mandatory green roofs to be used in all new building projects.
Controlling Storm Water Run Off In the North West we experience a large amount of heavy rainfall. We are no strangers to storms and our buildings are often left exposed to excessive amounts of water. A green roof can help to control the run off of storm water.
These roofs absorb excess water, allowing it to safely drain and reducing build up. Stress on the drainage systems are reduced as water can enter at a steady pace.
Adding a Visual Element Ensuring that your home or business has an edge can make all the difference. Choosing this roof type can give you endless aesthetic options, from adding a unique twist to creating a rooftop garden.
Using this material to create a new visual element can improve your wellbeing and bring your location to life.
Makes You Environmentally Friendly There has been a sudden rise in the use of this rooftop and the fact that it is an environmentally friendly option may have something to do with this. Alongside reducing the �Urban Heat Island� effect, the roofs work to improve the health of those around them.
Using greener roofing options in densely populated areas can reduce the number of harmful dust particles in the air. Additional plants in any environment work to remove toxins and harmful elements, regulating temperatures and improving life.
Furthermore, these spaces provide an area for a range of wildlife. This can include:
Butterflies Bees Bugs Insects Birds
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