They know how to complete the proper and safe installation of the roofing membrane, the critical component of a green roof system.
They are experienced with local building code requirements that pertain to these systems.
They know how to organize the roofing job site, properly load materials on the roof to avoid collapse, and keep building occupants, passerby, and workers free of risk from falling or blowing materials.
They employ highly trained, skilled roofers who are proficient in the application of all roofing systems and have the requisite safety training to install these systems safely, especially in view of the high risk hazards of falls from roof edges or through skylights.
Transporting materials and equipment across the rooftop and installing the growth medium can damage the roof system. Once the green medium is on, finding a leak can be expensive. The professional roofing contractor understands these issues and ensures that proper material handling methods are employed to prevent damaged.
They are trained for safety on the roof. Falls are one of the primary causes of death and injury during work on roof tops. Workers who lack the safety training and experience employing best safety practices and who lack knowledge of OSHA requirements not only put themselves in danger but the building owner at risk.
Roofers are insured for workers' compensation at a rate appropriate for high risk work on rooftops.
All vegetative roofs start with a basic waterproofing system laid over the roof surface. These underlying roofing systems and methods are already in regular use by roofers and waterproofers throughout the United States and have been for more than a century. These systems include but are not limited to polyvinyl chloride (PVC), thermal polyolefin (TPO), EPDM rubber,