Zoltan and I are investigating the option of a green roof for our new home. We saw an article in the March issue of Sunset Magazine and think that it would be an awesome addition to our green remodel.We know that this project, if it is even possible, will cost us 3 to 4 times the price of a conventional roof but that the life expectancy will be between 40 and 50 years if installed correctly, which we think will offset the initial added investment.
The first person who we contacted was Greg Hains from Eco Roof. He is a facilitator/consultant who specializes in feasibility studies and material research. Greg instructed us that we would need to get blue prints to the house as our first step. Our second step would be to have the blue prints and the property checked out by a structural engineer. These steps need to be taken in order to see if the structure is strong enough to support the 15 pounds per square foot that a green roof requires. These 15 pounds are made up of the combined weight of sod, plants and water absorption.
We don’t have the blue prints for the house available to us, so have left a message with the City of Portland Bureau of Development services are waiting to hear back.
Greg Hains is available for site visits for a $50 fee.
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