At Pioneer Roofing we have always been conscious about the environment and how we can help. We were one of the first contractors in the State to use low fuming asphalt. In addition, we were the first roofing contractor in Wisconsin to be certified in the energy conscious program known as SpecRight design, which is sponsored by the National Roofing Contractors Association. Over the past twenty years we have installed some of the largest and most complicated Green Roofs in the state. Recently, we have expanded our expertise in this area by launching “PioneerGreen.” This program is designed to capitalize on our expertise in roofing systems to serve the needs of customers looking for environmentally friendly roofing systems.

What are Greenroofs?

Greenroofing may involve different applications. It can be a roofing membrane that reflects the Sun’s radioactive heat. This will help alleviate the “Urban Heat Island Effect”. It also can be a watertight roofing membrane with a lightweight soil medium and plant material on top of it. In addition to the helping with the “Urban Heat Island Effect”, this application can help mitigate storm sewer runoff.

Some of the environmental benefits of Greenroofs

• Greenroofs decrease the “Urban Heat Island Effect” and lower energy costs by as much as 20%.
• Greenroofs reduce dust, smog and pollution levels.
• Greenroofs help with storm water retention. They reduce storm sewer runoff by 50 – 90%. They also reduce the peak flow period by as much as 4 hours, minimizing the impact on our sewer systems.
• Greenroofs can reduce noise levels by improving sound insulation.

Some of the direct economic benefits of Greenroofs

• Greenroofs increase the life expectancy of your roof.
• Greenroofs can be additional usable space, never utilized before.
• Greenroofs create a therapeutic and peaceful environment for employees & clients. It can improve productivity and workplace satisfaction. Those benefits go right to the bottom line.

If you are interested in learning more about Greenroofs, we encourage you to contact us. Because of the complexity of these systems we are happy to help you with your Greenroof from the design phase through the maintenance of your project. This is more fully explained in our comprehensive “PioneerGreen” Warranty and Service Package. Please contact to learn more about the benefits that Greenroofs can have on your organization.