Green Living Roof Systems

Roofing• Guanacaste & Nicoya Peninsula

Extensive and intensive green roofs with root barriers, drainage mats, engineered growing media, and native plant species.

Engineering Specifications & Guarantee

Built & Certified for Extreme Pacific Exposure

Precision-engineered to exceed ASTM, CFIA, and Costa Rican seismic codes, withstanding Guanacaste salt air, intense UV exposure, and hurricane-velocity winds.

US Standard Assurance

US-Standard 100% Accountability Guarantee

Covers root barrier integrity, drainage mat performance, and waterproofing layer.

Verified Coastal Protection Tier
🛡️15-Year Root Barrier & Membrane Warranty
✓ASTM & CFIA Code Compliant
Specs & Warranty Schedule→
Growing Media
Lightweight Expanded Clay & Compost Mix (2"-8")
Drainage Mat
Dimple HDPE Drainage & Root Barrier Sheet
Waterproofing
Root-Resistant Modified Bitumen Base Layer
Plant Weight
15-30 lbs/sq.ft. Saturated Weight

Core Capabilities & Features

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Reduces stormwater runoff by absorbing 60-80% of rainfall
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Lowers indoor temperature by 3-5°C naturally
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Extends roof membrane life by protecting from UV and thermal cycling
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Creates biodiversity habitat in urban environments

Execution Process

01

Structural Load Check

Verifying roof structural capacity for saturated media.

02

Root Barrier Install

Laying waterproofing membrane with root-stop layer.

03

Drainage & Media

Installing dimple mat and filling with lightweight media.

04

Planting

Installing drought-tolerant native groundcover species.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my existing concrete roof support a green roof?

Most concrete roofs require structural review. Extensive green roofs using 2" media typically add only 15 lbs/sq.ft., within most slab capacities.

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