Taming an Out of Control Biosolar Roof
We are often called out to address installation issues with people’s green roofs and we are sometimes asked to reign in a mismanaged green roof. But sometimes even knowing that remedial action is required cannot prepare us for what we find on arriving on site.
And that was definitely the case last week when we responded to a request for help with a biosolar roof maintenance issue. Left to grow unchecked nature had definitely left its stamp on this installation. Whilst we are delighted to see a green roof thriving so well this is an example of why maintaining your roof, especially a BioSolar installation, is so vital.
Everyone loves the idea of a BioSolar roof, but the reality is that these systems need ongoing care to deliver the benefits they were designed for. Over irrigation, uncontrolled vegetation and a lack of aftercare are a recipe for problems. A hedge of buddleia reaching heights of 8 feet, towering over the solar panels (and forcing themselves between them in some cases – see below) is not going to give you a good return on your investment.
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