Instead of tar or asphalt, an eco-roof has a thin layer of soil and plants, says Greg Haines of Portland, Ore., who has been installing eco-roofs for several years. With a traditional roofing system, ...

A roof recover retrofit involves installing a new, durable metal roof over an existing roof in a way that is structurally sound, non-disruptive, and cost-effective. This system enhances the roof’s ...

An eco-roof can keep up to 50 percent of the rainfall that lands on it from ever touching the ground. Eco-roofs also absorb carbon dioxide, give off oxygen and reduce the burden on local ...

The green-fingered outdoor enthusiasts of the UK have been urged to get outside and turn their roof green this summer. According to the experts, green roofs help tackle the effects of climate change - ...

Can you avoid tearing off your old asphalt shingle roof by putting a steel roof over it? Maybe. Most codes now allow no more than two layers of roofing before requiring a complete tear-off. So, if ...

This region in Switzerland is renowned for its wondrous historic sights, recorded events, and gorgeous scenery. With the world’s transition to advanced renewable technology, preserving the old while ...