LEED ROOFING
LEED CERTIFIED GREEN ROOF EXPERTS IN THE MONTREAL AREA
AN IMPORTANT CONTRIBUTION TO THE ENVIRONMENT
Are you planning a new construction or major renovation? Take this opportunity to make your building sustainable by opting for a green roof, an ecological and aesthetic solution in Montreal. With our 60 years of experience in the field, Couvreurs de l’Est is more than qualified to build a roof that adheres to the requirements of LEED certification.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us today or to entrust us with your construction projects.
WHAT IS A GREEN ROOF?
A green roof is a flat roof covered with vegetation and carefully designed to accommodate a garden, vegetable patch, or other plantings. The process of building a green roof involves several stages and is a rigorous undertaking. During the project, our roofers begin by installing an EPDM membrane on your low-slope roof, a water retention layer, a drainage system, a suitable substrate, and the vegetation layer. There are two main types :
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Extensive green roof: Lightweight, shallow, with hardy plants. This type of roof requires little maintenance.
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Intensive green roof: Deeper, able to accommodate full-fledged gardens, trees, vegetable patches, or even relaxation areas. The roof requires more maintenance.
WHY CHOOSE A GREEN ROOF FOR YOUR BUILDING?
A green roof represents a promising solution and a beneficial investment for residential or commercial building owners. Here are some benefits of a green roof:
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Green roofs act as a natural barrier against heat in summer and cold in winter.
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Vegetation absorbs a large portion of precipitation, reducing flooding risks.
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The membrane is protected from UV rays and temperature fluctuations.
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A green roof adds visual value to your building while promoting biodiversity.
GREEN OR VEGETATED ROOF AND LEED CERTIFICATION: A SUSTAINABLE AND AESTHETIC SOLUTION
LEED certification is an accreditation awarded to buildings that demonstrate superior energy efficiency and meet certain pre-established criteria. Green roofs contribute to LEED certification by improving energy efficiency, reducing the use of natural resources and the environmental footprint. Green roofs thus allow for points to be accumulated in several categories according to LEED standards.
THE ADVANTAGES OF LEED CERTIFICATION
Energy savings;
Promotes human and environmental health;
Reduced consumption of water and natural resources;
Incitatifs et subventions disponibles ;
Increased value of a LEED certified property.