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A green roof can only be installed on roof tops, balconies or patios that are well drained and have sufficient sunlight. The BuildScape green roof system consists of dual layer waterproofing followed by a one inch drainage layer comprising of weatherproof HDPE plastic trays. A synthetic fibre geo-textile filter fabric is laid over the drainage trays to ensure growing medium stays intact even during heavy storms. Our propitiatory light weight, water retaining and mineral rich growing medium is added to the depth of 4-6 inches. This is followed by planting suitable grass, herbs or sedums. Irrigation can be semi-automatic sprinkler or hand watering.

The scope of work involved in installing the BuildScape - Green roof systems are:

1. Understanding the client requirements and checking the project site for drainage and structural strength.
2. A site clean up will be performed and water repellent liquid will be sprayed to penetrate the surface. Then a liquid based waterproofing layer will be applied.
3. After 48 hours drainage trays and geo-textile will be installed. 
4. The growth medium will be added on top of the geo-textile filter to the required height.
5. The selected green roof plants will be planted either using pre-grown mats or through direct planting.
6. If specified, a sprinkler irrigation system will be installed.
7. Every green roof comes with a five year warranty and roofs above 200 Sq/Ft will come with one year free maintenance contract.

Contact us if you wish to view the BuildScape installation at our demo facility and also check the quality of components used in our systems.