Introduction

Apex Green Roofs, Inc. is a full service green roof design, construction and maintenance company based in Somerville, MA. We have been installing green roofs in New England and Mid Atlantic regions for the past 5 years. Our experience with green roofs has given us the knowledge necessary to ensure a quality product and client satisfaction.

Apex Green Roofs has found many examples of green roof systems that have not been properly maintained. We have a vested interest in the industry and want to see all vegetated roofs at their best. It is true that green roofs require little maintenance, but that does not mean NO maintenance. Putting people on the roof that are familiar with green roof plants and systems will ensure your vegetative roof is looking its best and functioning properly at all times.

Scope of Services

Apex Green Roofs does the following at each maintenance visit:

Inspect Drains and Drainage Layer – Each green roof has a unique drainage system that requires a knowledgeable eye to make sure that water isn’t pooling and that it is properly draining through internal drains or scuppers.

Document Success of Green Roof – Each green roof has unique ecosystems and micro-climates where certain plants thrive and others may struggle. Apex Green Roofs, Inc. will document, with a trained eye, the plant health and will supplement appropriate plantings in troubled areas with cuttings or plugs. After every maintenance visit, we will keep the client updated on any problems that we may come across and will offer recommendations for how to resolve them. Additionally, we photo document our work and will extend the images to the client for their benefit.

Physical Maintenance – Before a green roof has completely grown in, the plants you purchased can experience competition from invasive species and weeds. We methodically remove all unwanted species and encourage the desirable ones with additional cuttings or plugs. We apply fertilizer and pre-emergent as needed and generally cater to plant/site specific needs.

Apex Green Roofs, Inc. feels strongly that maintenance visits are critical to the success of a thriving green roof. With each visit you can expect a report on how well your green roof is functioning and pictures to document its progress.

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