Austin 360 Roofing Now Offers Thermal Imaging Leak Detection Services for Accurate and Efficient Roof Repairs

Detecting Hidden Leaks and Moisture Can Pinpoint Repair Requirements and Avert Major Renovations for Flat Roof and Steep Roof Applications

(AUSTIN, TX – February xx, 2010) Austin 360 Roofing today announced that they have invested in thermal imaging cameras to detect roof leaks and flashing issues that would otherwise remain concealed. By using this non-invasive infrared technology, the company can isolate precise points of moisture penetration so that repairs can be conducted quickly and economically to only the damaged areas.

Although this technology is useful for all roofing applications, commercial buildings with flat roofs are most likely to benefit from Austin 360 Roofing’s thermal imaging services. Water often accumulates into pools on flat roofs, eventually causing leaks that might not be visible until after serious damage has been caused from corrosion or rotting. Rather than installing a new roof or spending time and money “guessing” where the leak originated, thermal imaging can accurately locate the water leak entry points and address those specific areas on the first visit.

“In many cases, leak origination points can be very elusive, even to the most trained and experienced roofing professional,” said Eric Trybala, President of Austin 360 Roofing. “Most of our customers are commercial and multi-family property managers who oversee hundreds of thousands of square feet of real estate. This technology will save them a tremendous amount of time and money related to the management of their properties. Our focus is in providing the most cost-effective roofing solutions for our customers and this technology is a key component in our ability to do so.”

About Thermal Imaging Leak Detection
Thermal imaging devices generate high-resolution graphics that illustrate variances in the surface temperatures across the area scanned. All building materials have unique thermal signatures. When moisture – an efficient conductor of heat energy – is present, the thermal signatures change. This change in the thermal image indicates the precise boundaries of the affected areas, which can rarely be detected visually.

“At Austin 360 Roofing we pride ourselves on being a professional, reliable provider of roofing services, and thermal imaging leak detection is an integral aspect of the value we offer,” Trybala said. “Damage caused by water leaks can be a slowly accumulating problem that, in many cases, can’t be discovered through routine inspection. However, with our thermal imaging equipment and training we can accurately monitor and diagnose the condition of a flat roof. If any problems are identified, we can recommend a solution to the property owner or manager that usually involves existing warranties or insurance claims, rather than major structural renovation.”

For more details on Austin 360 Roofing’s thermal imaging leak detection services, contact the company for a brochure.