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

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5H 47min
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Self-help & Personal development

Simple green roof design and installation for the do-it-yourself builder 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.

© 2022 New Society Publishers (Audiobook): 9781897408636
© 2021 New Society Publishers (Ebook): 9781771423069

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Audiobook: April 27, 2022
Ebook: November 9, 2021

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