If we at J&J Northwoods Construction Inc. had a dollar for every time we heard one of the following mistruths or general inaccuracies about green roofs, then it is likely that we would be in a position to quit our jobs and retire to the Caribbean. The reality is that the innovative and environmentally-friendly nature of green roofs mean that some people feel that they are too good to be true but the reality is that many of the ‘facts’ about green roofs are anything but. Three of the biggest misconceptions that exist when it comes to green roofing systems include.
The fact of the matter is that the irrigation and watering needs of your green roof are completely dependent on the type of rood that you opt for. While, it is true that certain homeowners choose a green roof that requires sedum or other types of vegetation that is costly to irrigate, this is not obligatory. Other homeowners can create idyllic green roofs with brush, tress or other vegetation that needs far less maintenance or costs.
