Roof Gardens New Mexico

Most green roofs in New Mexico are multi-layered, built-in-place systems for flat roofs that are several thousand square feet in size. These systems are rarely used on homes because they are extremely expensive, heavy, and hinder roof repair.

Local Companies

A+ Roofing Solutions, Inc.
505 759 2974
317 A State Rd 503, Santa Fe, NM 87506
Santa Fe, NM
Salcido's Roofing Co
(505) 474-7701
Santa Fe, NM
Rizek Inc
(505) 897-8107
607 Osuna Rd NE
Albuquerque, NM
Hatchell Bros. Construction & Remodel Co. Inc.
(505) 881-7708
2729 Girard Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM
Bdm Electric Inc
(505) 244-0928
PO Box 7538
Albuquerque, NM
Pecos Valley Electric
(505) 622-2501
Roswell, NM
Cactus Rose Enterprises
(505) 271-7607
Albuquerque, NM
Handyman Carpenters & Propane Maint
(505) 426-8320
PO Box 1572
Las Vegas, NM
A Circle G Construction
(505) 866-0806
6 Tres Hijos Rd
Los Lunas, NM
Les Eddy & Sons General Contractors Inc
(505) 344-9489
176 Vineyard Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM

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Source: CUSTOM HOME Magazine
Publication date: January 1, 2007

By Stephani L. Miller

Commercial projects in the U.S. increasingly incorporate green roofs, and now interest from home builders and owners is growing as well. High-end homeowners who are environmentally committed are especially aware of green roofs, according to Melissa Muroff, COO of Roofscapes Inc.

Between 2004 and 2005, total green roof square footage grew 80 percent in the U.S., according to Green Roofs for Healthy Cities' recent Green Roof Industry Survey. The reasons are simple and varied. In commercial and residential applications, green roofs control storm water, replace green spaces, improve air quality, extend the life of roof surfaces, and greatly reduce solar heat gain, which reduces cooling costs.

Most green roofs are multi-layered, built-in-place systems for flat roofs that are several thousand square feet in size. These systems are rarely used on homes because they are extremely expensive, heavy, and hinder roof repair.

But some green roofs are designed for simpler installation. These modular systems come in several formats and sizes and utilize a portable framework of woven or molded plastic or metal containers for the growth media and plants. The modules are easier and faster to install than commercial systems and most come pre-planted. Stabilizing components make them usable on steep-slope roofs, and the modules can be easily removed for roof repair, says Sandra McCullough.

Click here to read full article from Architect Magazine

Featured Local Company

A+ Roofing Solutions, Inc.

505 759 2974
317 A State Rd 503, Santa Fe, NM 87506
Santa Fe, NM
http://aplusroofingsolutions.com


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