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Proteus Waterproofing specialises in designing and delivering high-performance green roof solutions for architects, specifiers, and contractors. Our green roof systems provide sustainable, durable and environmentally friendly solutions for both flat roofs and pitched roofs that are fully compliant with UK building and fire regulations.
Why choose Proteus for Green Roofs?
We provide comprehensive green roof design and installation support, ensuring your project is technically correct. Our roof systems are designed to enhance thermal performance, support biodiversity, and promote long-term sustainability.
Our services include:
- Bespoke green roof system design tailored to project requirements.
- Expert consultation on substrate, drainage, and vegetation selection.
- Compliance with UK roof building standards and fire regulations.
- Collaboration with architects and contractors to ensure smooth installation.
- Supply of advanced waterproof membranes to enhance roof system longevity.
Expert Technical Support at Every Stage
At Proteus Waterproofing, we offer continuous technical support throughout every stage of your green roof project. From choosing the right roof system to ensuring a waterproof and structurally sound installation, our team provides tailored guidance for architects and specifiers.
Compliance and Safety Assurance
We ensure that every green roof system meets all current UK building and fire safety regulations. Our roof systems comply with standards set by the Green Roof Organisation (GRO), offering assurance that your project prioritises both safety and sustainability.
Environmental benefits
Green roof systems provide numerous environmental advantages, making them a popular choice for sustainable architecture. Our green roofs contribute to better air quality, support biodiversity, and help mitigate the urban heat island effect.
Improved air quality
Green roofs help reduce pollution by filtering air pollutants and releasing oxygen, creating cleaner air. The integration of sedum and other vegetation further improves air quality, fostering a healthier urban environment.
Stormwater management and drainage
One significant advantage of green roof systems is their ability to manage stormwater effectively. The substrate and vegetation help absorb excess rainwater, reducing runoff and lowering the risk of flooding.
Habitat creation
Our green roof solutions support urban wildlife by providing a habitat for birds, bees, and insects - green roofs provide valuable habitats for a variety of urban wildlife.
Energy Efficiency
Green roof systems enhance a building’s thermal performance by offering natural insulation, reducing heat loss in winter and maintaining a cool interior in summer. This helps lower reliance on artificial heating and cooling, resulting in significant energy savings.
- Extensive green roofs: Lightweight and easy to install, offering effective insulation
- Intensive green roofs: Deeper substrate layers allow for greater biodiversity and plant variety.
- Both types create an additional barrier against temperature fluctuations, improving energy efficiency.
By choosing a Proteus green roof system, you contribute to sustainable building practices while reducing energy consumption.
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Pro-Living®
Proteus Waterproofing offers a range of green, brown and blue roofs. Pro-Living® roofs can provide ecological benefits, offering an effective and practical use of space.
FAQs
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What is a green roof?
A green roof is a roof that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium. Green roofs can be installed on new or existing buildings, and they offer a wide range of benefits, including:
- Green roofs can help to insulate buildings, reducing the need for heating and cooling
- Green roofs help to filter pollutants from the air
- Green roofs absorb rainwater, reducing stormwater runoff and flooding
- Green roofs provide habitat for birds, insects, and other wildlife
- Green roofs help to protect roofs from the elements
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Are green roofs good for the environment?
Yes, green roofs contribute positively to the environment. They help to improve air quality, reduce stormwater runoff and increase biodiversity.
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Can a green roof be installed on my existing building?
Yes, a green roof can be installed on most existing buildings. However, it is important to have your roof inspected by a qualified professional to ensure that it can support the weight of a green roof.
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How much maintenance does a green roof require?
Extensive green roofs typically require low maintenance, typically only needing to be watered and inspected once or twice a year. Intensive green roofs require more maintenance, similar to a traditional garden.
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What are the benefits of having a green roof?
• The benefits to a green roof are:
• They can help to insulate buildings, reducing the need for heating and cooling.
• They help to filter pollutants from the air
• Green roofs absorb rainwater, reducing stormwater runoff and flooding. This can help to protect property and infrastructure from damage
• They provide habitat for birds, insects, and other wildlife
• Green roofs aid in shielding roofs from the elements
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What are the different types of green roofs?
There are two main types of green roofs: extensive and intensive.
Extensive green roofs consist of a shallow layer of growing medium and drought-tolerant plants.
Intensive green roofs are heavier and can support a wider variety of plants, including trees and shrubs.
