FAQs
What is a green roof?
A green roof is a layered roof assembly that supports vegetation for aesthetic or usable purposes. ZinCo systems include numerous protection, drainage and filter layers, engineered growing medium, and carefully selected plants to create a long-lasting, high-performance vegetated roof.
What are the benefits of including a green roof?
Green roofs improve building insulation, reduce stormwater runoff, extend roof membrane lifespan, improve air quality, mitigate urban heat, and provide year-round environmental and economic benefits. They also enhance spaces through aesthetics or by creating usable surfaces for people to enjoy.
Do green roofs work in Canadian winters?
Yes. ZinCo systems are engineered for freeze-thaw cycles, snow loads, and extreme temperature fluctuations. In fact, snow can enhance insulation performance and protect vegetation during winter months.
What maintenance is required?
Depending on the type of system, we suggest 1-4 maintenance visits per year. This normally includes a basic system inspection, weeding, and replating at necessary. More intensive systems require more maintenance than simple extensive green roofs.
Can green roofs be installed on existing buildings?
Yes. Many retrofit projects are possible after a structural assessment. ZinCo regularly supports retrofits across commercial, institutional, and residential buildings
Can green roofs be integrated with solar?
How much to green roofs cost?
What plants are used on green roofs?
Costs vary by system type, depth, access, and project size. While initial costs are higher than conventional roofing, green roofs offer strong long-term ROI through energy savings, extended membrane life, and increased asset value.
What plants are used on green roofs?
What plants are used on green roofs?
Most extensive systems use drought-tolerant sedum species, selected to survive Canadian climates. Intensive systems can a variety of support grasses, perennials, shrubs, and even trees.
Absolutely. ZinCo’s green roof and solar solutions combine vegetation with photovoltaic systems, improving panel efficiency, extending roof lifespan, and maximizing rooftop performance.
Absolutely. ZinCo’s green roof and solar solutions combine vegetation with photovoltaic systems, improving panel efficiency, extending roof lifespan, and maximizing rooftop performance.
Absolutely. ZinCo’s green roof and solar solutions combine vegetation with photovoltaic systems, improving panel efficiency, extending roof lifespan, and maximizing rooftop performance.