If you want to make your commercial building more eco-friendly, energy-efficient, and attractive, consider installing a commercial green roofing system. A commercial green roofing system is a roof that supports plant life and provides various benefits for your building and the environment.
A commercial green roofing system is an extension of the existing roof that involves, at a minimum, high-quality waterproofing, a root-repellent system, a drainage system, a filter cloth, a lightweight growing medium, and plants. Depending on the type and depth of the system, the plants can range from mosses and sedums to grasses and flowers to shrubs and trees.
Commercial green roofing can be installed in parks, gardens, farms, or research centers on flat or low-slope roofs. They can also be designed to accommodate different aesthetic preferences, functional needs, and budget constraints.
Some of the benefits of commercial green roofing systems are:
- They reduce stormwater runoff and improve water quality by filtering pollutants and sediments.
- They lower the urban heat island effect and moderate the temperature of the roof and the building.
- They increase the energy efficiency of the building by providing insulation and reducing cooling and heating costs.
- They extend the roof’s lifespan by protecting it from UV rays, weathering, and thermal stress.
- They enhance the biodiversity and habitat of the urban area by attracting birds, insects, and other wildlife.
- They improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen.
- They create recreational and educational opportunities for the building occupants and visitors.
- They increase the property value and marketability of the building by adding beauty and functionality.
If you want commercial green roofing for your building, then contact Showalter Roofing Services today. They have been a roofing contractor serving the community with honesty, integrity, and quality workmanship since 1979.
