Since Denver’s Initiative 300 passed, Developers in Denver of new commercial construction projects over 25,000 square feet or residential over four stories need to install a green roof. It can be hard to navigate through the regulations, permitting, modular tray (pre-grown green roof kit), or landscape architect, type of green roof, vegetation and materials. Your building can be completed on time, within budget and with a leak-free, structurally sound green roof by working with Sow Green.

Going green can be challenging, especially when looking to increase your profits. You are provided with the ROI, net present value and payback period to make an informed decision on the best option.

Audit of new construction plans or retrofit with defined scope of drawings, costs, timeline and long term savings
Provide options of green roof (extensive, semi-intensive, intensive) and advise best modular trays and/or hiring of competitive local contractors
Complete permits to ensure building is able to start on time
Coordinate the bidding process and analyze bids for competitive quality and pricing
Discuss potential for your team to install green roof or refer the best landscape architect, project manager, installation team, construction workers and structural engineers. We are happy to bring in our own team to ensure quality or provide specifications for your team.
Use Critical Path Method for pre-design to completion
Determine any construction defects, cost and plan to fix in conjunction with green roof
Create and ensure safety plan for installation and maintenance
Coordinate and plan pre-construction training between all trades
ROI calculator of long term cost savings and benefits based on three different roof design types includes energy efficiency, occupant turnover, maintenance and roof longevity
Ensure irrigation, waterproofing, and structural weight of green roof design fits with structure of building
Develop plant list based on competitive pricing and local conditions and local climates and micro climates

Work directly with General Contractors, subcontractors and facilitate communication
Determine and purchase materials based on microclimates, location and design
Perform quality assurance that all components are tested and functional
Comply with local, state and federal regulations
Ensure the project is completed and closed out within your deadlines and budget

Market your project on our social media channels and media outlets
Ensure valid warranties on installation techniques and materials
Conduct and establish post occupancy evaluation including owner training, scheduling of routine inspections, monitors and sensors and a lifetime maintenance plan