Severe Weather Awareness Week: How To Stay Safe In The Storm

Severe weather season is almost here, and this week is dedicated to raising awareness about severe weather to keep safe come spring.  It's absolutely critical to pay attention to potential severe weather events. The best thing you can do to keep your family safe is have a way to get severe weather warnings when they are issued.

Severe thunderstorms can develop quickly and tornadoes can form within 20 to 45 minutes."So if you're not paying attention to the weather you're going to completely miss the warnings and it's going to affect you before you even know it's out there," said Dr. Steve Lyons of the National Weather Service Office in San Angelo.Lyons thinks that with today's technology the easiest way to get warnings is with your cell phone."It's a device that goes wherever you go 24 hours a day and that is probably the single most valuable tool," said Lyons.Simply search for NWS warning alerts online and you can sign up for one of many alert system that texts you free of charge.

Having a NOAA weather radio in your home is another great way to be notified in emergencies.Here in the Big Country, there are three major severe weather threats: hail, flooding and tornadoes."From the property loss standpoint hail is a big threat," said Lyons.Hail storms can stretch for up to four miles and devastate neighborhoods.Flooding from torrential rain can also be extremely dangerous.

So remember to never drive into water you don't know the depth of.And of course there's the threat everyone talks about."The tornado threat," said Lyons. "It's always real. Particularly in spring, peaking generally in April, May, and early June."In the event of a tornado warning seek shelter underground, or in the innermost, windowless room of your home immediately.

Austin 360 Roofing LLC Wins New Contract in San Antonio

Austin 360 Roofing LLC has continued to expand and grow in the San Antonio Market over the past few months.  Last week our company signed a new contract to replace a roof at an Executive Medical Center.  We are going to replace their current EPDM roofing membrane with a 80 mil TPO membrane manufactured from Versico Roof Systems.  Austin 360 Roofing LLC is a certified roofing contractors for Versico Roofing Systems.  White VersiWeld membrane features an initial ENERGY STAR® solar reflectance of .87and emissivity of .95.

This is a great win for Austin 360 Roofing LLC as we competed against other very well know roofing companies in Austin and San Antonio.  Due to our professional team, relationships and experience Austin 360 Roofing LLC was chosen.  

About the Medical Center:
This medical office building is located in the heart of the South Texas Medical Center in San Antonio Texas.  A third floor skybridge connects to the Methodist Hospital. The property offers covered physician parking and free surface parking for patients.  It is 6 stories high and offers over 90,000 square feet of leased space. 

Austin 360 Roofing & Lakeway Resort

Crane showed up first thing in the morning to assist with the removal of 5000 square feet of metal.  Our crew of 8 was able to get all metal removed off the building by Noon.  New metal, decking and ISO were delivered by 1:00 PM and loaded on the roof.  Lakeway Resort and Spa offers guests world-class service and amenities on the shores of Lake Travis.  It was extremely important that we worked efficient as we didn't want to disturb normal business operations.  Because we were able to remove all metal and load all material in one day the process was virtually painless for the customer.  It was a great day and the Austin 360 Roofing team did a great job coordinating the entire process.

Wind Damage in Lakeway

Strong winds can cause major damage to roofs and unfortunately Lakeway Spa & Resort was hit very hard.  A 5000 Square foot section of their roof was completely blown off.  They immediately called Austin 360 Roofing to inspect the damage.  After the inspection and roof replacement proposal we signed a contract to immediately begin working on securing and replacing their roof.   It's a great win for Austin 360 Roofing LLC as we have been working with Lakeway Spa & Resort for many months on other roofing issues. 

The National Weather Service reported a wind gust of 50 mph in Fredericksburg and 70 mph in Pflugerville. By 10 a.m., people were beginning to see colder-than-expected temperatures in Pflugerville; one viewer saw the rain beginning to freeze on surfaces and saw the water in a dog dish partially frozen.

Why does my roof leak?

A common question for any roofing contractor from commercial property managers or homeowners is "why is my roof leaking"?  Of course this question can't be answered until the roof is fully inspected by a professional.  Most just assume there is an issue with the shingles when in reality the leak can be traced to poor workmanship and almost always a flashing issue. Flashings are transitional roofing materials that connect the asphalt shingles to something that’s poking through a roof or immediately adjacent to a roof.  For example, you’ll discover flashings at chimneys, plumbing vent pipes, ventilation fans, dormers, roof vents, valleys, etc.

Most roofing contractors will perform a free inspection.  Just make sure they are from a reputable company and the inspector has years of experience.  

Austin 360 Roofing’s New Preventative Maintenance Program Averts Costly and Unforeseen Roofing Problems

(AUSTIN, TX – January 27,2011) Austin 360 Roofing LLC has launched a Preventative Maintenance Program, supported by its proprietary RAMTRACKER software, to monitor and preserve roofs. This new program helps customers perform long term cost benefit analyses that protects the capital investment of their roofing systems by extending roof life.   

“Our new RAMTRACKER roof asset management software lets us generate reports on roof conditions and forecast future repairs so that our customers can avoid potentially expensive problems,” said Bryan Wiest, Owner and Founder of Austin 360 Roofing.  “We use standard benchmarks to track the serviceable life of a roof. Based on these benchmarks we conduct necessary repairs that prevent premature failure, and help our customers manage their budgets.”

Another satisfied customer

My Project Manager just repaired a tile roof that was roofed very poorly by another roofing contractor.  Customer just sent the following statement.

Your Project Manager did an excellent job.    He is very thorough and very informative.

Thank you,

Jerry Peterson

Austin 360 Roofing Earns Certification with Farmers First Choice Program

Austin 360 Roofing Earns Certification with Farmers First Choice Program

Central Texas Roofing Company Now Supported by First Choice Program Iron Clad Warranty™

(AUSTIN, TX – January 24, 2011) Austin 360 Roofing LLC has achieved status as a certified roofing contractor with the First Choice Repair Program. Austin 360 Roofing customers are now backed by the industry leading First Choice Iron Clad Warranty.

As a First Choice Repair Roofing Contractor, the central Texas-based company meets the highest standards for repairing wind or hail related roof, siding and gutter damage.

“Joining the First Choice Program required adherence to rigorous credentials and training standards,” said Bryan Wiest, Founder and Owner of Austin 360 Roofing. “First Choice has a national reputation for accepting only highly qualified roofing contractors that can consistently deliver superior craftsmanship and customer service. With this certification our customers can be assured that they will receive an exceptional repair experience.”

First Choice Repair is endorsed by major insurance companies as a standard solution for performing timely repairs of roofs damaged by strong winds or hail. The program consists of a nationwide network of expert roofing contractors assigned by First Choice to fulfill individual claims.

As a First Choice Repair contractor, Austin 360 Roofing will conduct the entire process of its customers’ roofing claims - including assessment, estimate and repairs. Austin 360 Roofing will also coordinate with its customers’ insurance companies to ensure that insurance claims are accurate and comprehensive.

Once the repairs are complete, Austin 360 Roofing customers will be eligible for the First Choice Iron Clad Warranty. This is the strongest warranty in the industry, guaranteed for five years, rather than the standard three years warranty offered by most roofers.

For more Information on the First Choice Repair Program see www.firstchoicerepair.com.

About Austin 360 Roofing LLC
Austin 360 Roofing, founded in 2008, is a full-service Texas roofing company specializing in commercial structures – including office buildings, apartment complexes and industrial parks - as well as residential houses. The company provides expert craftsmanship on flat roofs, metal roofs, asphalt shingles and tile roofs, and also offers green roofing solutions that help increase energy efficiency. Additionally, Austin 360 Roofing is an insurance claim specialist that manages all aspects of insurance assessments and negotiations for roof repair due to hail, rain, lightning, wind and fire damage. The company is locally owned and operated in Austin, TX, but serves the entire Central Texas region, as well as the Dallas and Houston areas. For more information see www.austin360roofing.com.

Austin 360 Roofing & San Antonio Livestock & Rodeo

Austin 360 Roofing LLC has partnered with the San Antonio Livestock & Rodeo by becoming a 500 Club Member.  The 500 Club supports the Junior Livestock Auction.    The money these kids receive promotes their continued involvement in agriculture and helps them pay for their college education.  http://www.sarodeo.com/

To date, the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo educational commitment exceeds $105 million with $8.5 million committed in 2010 in the form of scholarships, grants, endowments, auctions, a calf scramble program and show premiums paid to youth.

The success of the event, positive impact on the community, world class rodeo action and entertainment and ability to provide financial support to Texas youth is the result of many hours of hard work by committed SALE volunteers. 

SALE has a rich tradition and history of stewardship to the community, agriculture industry and youth of Texas. With a clear vision of the future, a successful past and continual dedication from over 5,000 volunteers, SALE will continue to provide wholesome family entertainment and be a pillar of strength and support to the youth of Texas. 

Austin 360 Roofing is the leading and most trusted roofing company in Texas. We specialize in homes, apartment buildings, office buildings and industrial parks. We offer expert craftsmanship in asphalt shingles, tile roofs, metal roofs, and green roofing solutions. We have knowledgeable project managers on staff who can act as your advocate in filing storm, fire, or wind related claims.  www.austin360roofing.com