Sod Roof Detail

Once the perimeter of the roof was covered with sod we covered the rest of the roof.

Sod roof detail.

This type of roof has been used for centuries and remains one of the simpler techniques to top a house in an energy efficient manner. A sod roof has become a popular choice as more people attempt to go green. However sod roof covering is also found on steeper slopes. Thanks to the water retention of sod it actually helps to significantly lessen run off produced from rain.

Sod roofs are largely free for the labor the materials are easily found in most back yards sod is one of the most fireproof materials going and it makes excellent insulation for all but the most. It is also aesthetically appealing. Until the late 19th century it was the most common roof on rural log houses in norway and large parts of the rest of scandinavia. A sod roof or turf roof is a traditional scandinavian type of green roof covered with sod on top of several layers of birch bark on gently sloping wooden roof boards.

Sod roof edge termination details our photo of a modern sod roof above left shows the use of copper underlayment and edge flashing to hold the soil in place on this relatively low slope roof. While a sod roof offers a number of incredible benefits. This roof lowers the structure s inside temperature.