Austin Roofing Contractors

About Austin Roofing

As the third-fastest growing city in the USA from 2000 to 2006, Austin has seen its share of there have new roofs appearing on their horizon. The hot and humid climate, with occasional ice storms, means Austin homeowners have to keep a close eye on their roofs to ensure that they are not damaged by weather. Roofing contractors play an important role in home maintenance because they can inspect and maintain roofs which will avoid more costly repairs in the future.

Typical Climate in the State Capital

Mild winters and hot summers make Austin a favorite place to live for many people who enjoy the usually sunny skies all year round. Its humid subtropical climate provides summer averages in the mid to high 90s with little rain. Winter temperatures average highs of 60s and 70s with lows in the 40s. Generally, Austin experiences only 24 days a year when temperatures dip below freezing. An important roofing consideration in this variable climate is the use of materials that reflect the heat of the sun. Roofing contractors can work with homeowners in the selection of such materials that may translate into lower energy costs in home heating and cooling.

Roofer Licensing in Austin

The Texas Residential Construction Commission licenses roofers and related trades in the city of Austin. The Commission provides registration information for builders, remodelers, inspectors, warranty companies, and arbitrators. Copies of laws and regulations governing residential construction and news releases are stored at the commission headquarters. Consumers are invited to seek help from the Commission in doing research and resolving issues.

Unusual Roofs in Austin

The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, with its modern cupola, is dedicated to telling the "Story of Texas" and was named after a former Texas Lieutenant Governor who championed its creation. It is located near the state capital building and contains three floors of interactive exhibits, a special effects theater, and an IMAX Theatre.

A historical edifice with interesting rooflines is the Driskill Hotel built in 1886 in a Romanesque style using red bricks along with limestone features. Its rotunda, situated at the center of the hotel, extends from the first to the fourth floor and is capped by a domed skylight. The Driskill Hotel remains in operation today as the oldest such establishment. The luxury inn was built at a cost of $400,000 and featured corner bedrooms with bathroom included -- an anomaly for the region at that time.

General Information about Austin

Named after the father of Texas, Stephen F. Austin, the city was established in the 1830s on the banks of the Colorado River. With over one and a half million residents, it is now the fourth largest city in Texas and has become known as a center of innovation in technology and the arts.

The city has three nicknames: "Live Music Capital of the World" to reflect the "creative economy" that brings millions of dollars annually for the city; "The ATX" for the first letter of Austin and TX for Texas; and "City of the Violet Crown" which may have been in honor of an O. Henry short story.