What You Need To Know About Green Roofing - Gram Roofing

1. Our mission is to establish long-term
relationships with quality oriented
customers by exceeding their expectations
What You Need To Know
About Green Roofing
John Chomel • Choosing a Roofing Contractor
Lead Estimator • Roofing Types
210-694-7815 • LEED Credits
Cramroofing.com • What are the Benefits
• Is It Affordable?
• Helpful Websites - Organizations

2. What You Should Expect From
Your Roofing Contractor
• Extensive Track Record and Testimonials
• Experience with all Roofing Applications
• Technologically Savvy and Current on New Products
• Multi-Million $ Bonding and Insurance Capability
• Custom On-Site Sheet Metal Fabrication
• Green Roofing Expertise and Experience
• Emergency Response Team – Disaster Experience
• Warranty Capabilities – No Dollar Limit
• Master Contractor – Are They Certified to Install Live Roofs
• Professional Fleet of Vehicles & Equipment
• Experience Working in High Security Environment
• Solid Safety Record

3. Green Roof Features
• Displaces Heat
• Materials Can Be Recycled
• Reduces Roof Replacement Costs
• Reduces Roof Material Requirements
• Reduces Energy Costs
• Reduces Heat Island Effect
• Contributes to LEED Credits

4. You May Be Greener
Than You Think
Many of the Old Standards are Green
Clay Tile
Standing Seam Metal Roofing
Applied Reflective Coatings
TPO Thermoplastic Polyolefin Membrane
Older Products are Greener
Than Ever Before
Recycled Content in Butt Shingles
Built-up Roofing can Be Highly Reflective

5. Energy Star Roofs & Coatings
Energy Star Cap Sheets
• Energy Star is sponsored by the U.S. EPA
• City Energy Codes are Adopting Energy Star Products
• Greater than 70% Reflectivity Required By Code
• Reflectivity is Derived from Ceramic Granules
• 10-20% Minimum Energy Savings
• Significantly Reduces Roof Temperatures up to 85 degrees
Energy Star Coatings
• Can Be applied over most Serviceable Roofs
• Can Be Sprayed, Rolled or Brush Applied
• Increases Reflectivity of Existing Roofs
• Less Expensive Solution that a Re-roof
• Up to 85% Reflectivity
• Reflective Metal Tiles – Color is most important
• Bright White reflective is most effective
• Extended roof life provides significant savings
• UV-blockers in coating extend roof life up to 15 years

6. Photovoltaic Roofing
A Photovoltaic System uses solar cells to
convert light into electricity. It consists of
multiple components, including cells,
mechanical and electrical connections and
mountings and a means of regulating and/or
modifying the electrical output. These
systems can power the building they cover
and often are able to put electricity back into
the grid.
The technology is in constant evolution, with
new self-adhered versions recently entering
the market.

7. Live Roof – Living Plant Materials
Grasses
•4” growing medium
• Native/low-tech plants
Intensive
• The sky is the limit $$$
• Self Sustaining
• Trees, plant variety
• Deeper growing medium
• 40 psf when wet
• Modular/Tray Systems Becoming Popular

8. Live Roof – Living Plant Materials
Sustainable Aspects of a Live Roof
(up to 17 LEED Credits Could Be Awarded)
• Sustainable Sites: 6.1 (storm water runoff)
• Sustainable Sites: 7.2 (Reduces Heat Island Effect)
• Water Efficient Landscaping 1.1 (No Irrigation)
• Energy and Atmosphere – up to 8 credits
• Materials and Recycled Content 4.1 – 1-2 credits
• Regional material Content 5.1 - 1-2 credits
• Innovation in Design – 1-2 credits

9. Live Roof – Living Plant Materials
Additional Benefits
• Creates Usable Recreational Space
• Reduces Noise by 3 db to 8 db
• Provides Urban Green Space
• Improves Air Quality
• Enhances Storm Water Management
• Moderates Air Conditioning Demand

10. Helpful Websites and Organizations
Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC)
Energy Star Labeling for Roofing Products
U.S. Green Building Council
“Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design”
Version 2009 (Version 3)
• www.greenroofs.org
• www.greenroofing.com
• www.greenroofplants.com
• www.greengridroofs.com
Contact Us for All Your Roofing Needs:
210-694-7815 or bizdev@cramroofing.com
Website: www.cramroofing.com