Essential Green Roof Construction : The Complete Step-by-Step Guide

By:

Doyle, Leslie

Publication details: Canada : New Society Publishers, 2022Description: 155ISBN:

9780865719156

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

635.9671 DOY

Summary: Essential Green Roof Construction is a comprehensive, in-depth guide to building simple green roofs for houses and small buildings. Packed with detailed photos, illustrations, case studies, and code compliance advice, it offers clear step-by-step instructions necessary to create your own living roof on a new build or as a retrofit. Coverage includes: The benefits of a green roof The basics of planning and design Assessing site conditions such as aspect, slope, and loads Navigating building codes and working with building officials Material options, including professional grade and economical or local alternatives Planting suggestions for different roof climates and conditions, including food production When to call on professionals to ensure safety and integrity Step-by-step guidance for safe roof installation and detailing Annual green roof maintenance. Where common sense meets beauty -- a green roof is a system of layers that work together to support plant life, insulate homes, and make the world a greener place. Essential Green Roof Construction will give you the knowledge and confidence to install your own green roof.

List(s) this item appears in: New Arrivals August 2025 -Engineering

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Essential Green Roof Construction is a comprehensive, in-depth guide to building simple green roofs for houses and small buildings.

Packed with detailed photos, illustrations, case studies, and code compliance advice, it offers clear step-by-step instructions necessary to create your own living roof on a new build or as a retrofit. Coverage includes:

The benefits of a green roof
The basics of planning and design
Assessing site conditions such as aspect, slope, and loads
Navigating building codes and working with building officials
Material options, including professional grade and economical or local alternatives
Planting suggestions for different roof climates and conditions, including food production
When to call on professionals to ensure safety and integrity
Step-by-step guidance for safe roof installation and detailing
Annual green roof maintenance.
Where common sense meets beauty -- a green roof is a system of layers that work together to support plant life, insulate homes, and make the world a greener place.

Essential Green Roof Construction will give you the knowledge and confidence to install your own green roof.

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