Storm Smart Industries - The leader in hurricane protection » Southwest Florida

Zoomers to open soon!!!

wkittle — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:30:33 +0000

The Smart Companies is proud to be providing Hurricane Protection to Zoomer of Fort Myers. Zoomers was an unfortunate victim of the construction crash and was never completed. Now, a Fort Myers Beach businessman has purchased the property and plans to have the park opened by early 2012. They have already hired a project manager, Alan Fluke, a Raleigh N.C. based amusement park consultant, to oversee the completion of the park. Fluke stated that $4 million has been budgeted to complete the park.

Brian Rist, President of The Smart Companies said “It was a shame to see someone’s dream fail due to the construction crash a few years back and we wish him the very best in the future. We are also excited to see this project come to completion after so many years. We are proud to be a part of this project and look forward to the opening next year. The completion of Zoomers is more than just another tourist attraction, the completion also means additional jobs for locals, a boost to the local economy and a place for families to spent time together.”

The Smart Companies will be providing Hurricane Protection for the entire complex. Manufacturing of the shutters will begin in December and the installation will begin in early January.

Hurricane Irene – Category 1

kdugas — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:48:31 +0000

LOCATION…19.2N 67.5W

ABOUT 105 MI…170 KM WNW OF SAN JUAN PUERTO RICO
ABOUT 70 MI…115 KM NE OF PUNTA CANA DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS…80 MPH…130 KM/H

The government of the Bahamas has issued a hurricane warning for the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Southeastern Bahamas.

Summary of watches and warnings in effect…A hurricane warning is in effect for…* North coast of the Dominican Republic from the Haiti border Eastward to Cabo Engano * Southeastern Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands

A hurricane watch is in effect for… * North coast of Haiti from le mole St. Nicholas eastward to the Dominican Republic border * central Bahamas

A tropical storm warning is in effect for…* Puerto Rico…Vieques and Culebra * South Coast of the Dominican Republic from South of Cabo Engano Westward to the Haiti Border * all of Haiti

Discussion and 48-Hour Outlook
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At 1100 am…The Center of Hurricane Irene was located near Latitude 19.2 North…Longitude 67.5 West. Irene is moving toward the West-Northwest near 13 Mph…20 Km/H…and this motion is expected to continue during the next 24 To 48 hours. On This Track the Core of Irene should be passing just to the North of Hispaniola later today and early Tuesday and reach the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Southeastern Bahamas late Tuesday.

Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 80 Mph…130 Km/H…with higher gusts. Irene is a Category One Hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale. Strengthening is forecast during the next few days.

Hurricane Force Winds Extend Outward Up To 30 Miles…45 Km…from the center…and Tropical Storm Force Winds extend outward up To 185 miles…295 Km to the Northeast of the center.

Minimum Central Pressure Estimated From A Reconnaissance Plane Was 988 Mb…29.18 Inches.
Source: NWS – NOAA

Mosquitoes swarming? Consider our Bug Screens!

kharper — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 18:16:43 +0000

It’s that time of year again when the recent rains are creating natural breeding grounds for those pesky insects. Mosquitoes can make life miserable for everyone. Many recreational and work activities have been ruined by the constant annoyance and irritation caused by their bites. Also, some species can transmit serious diseases.

There are many products available to help keep the biting pests from sinking their stingers into your flesh, however one method acts as a physical barrier to the insects without containing any harmful chemicals or toxic substances—the pioneering Textilene SuperScreen.

This innovative, extruded vinyl-coated polyester core yarn screen offers more than just “good enough” screen protection. It provides insect and pest protection, privacy, safety and debris control. SuperScreen offers the homeowner extended durability and protection by incorporating superior tear resistance and tensile strength, as well as trouble-free enjoyment with lasting aesthetic appeal and low maintenance. We are delighted to offer this new product to our clients in various applications and sizes to accommodate many window and door openings.

Call us today for a complimentary, no-obligation consultation to find out if this advanced product is best for you and your home in the battle against these pest!

Tropical Storm Calvin forms

kharper — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 19:42:09 +0000

While a system in the southwestern Atlantic will likely only ever be a rainmaker, waters south of Mexico in the eastern Pacific have produced Tropical Storm Calvin.

A broad area of tropical moisture will continue to pulse at times the next few days as it drifts in a northerly path towards Florida. According to Tropical Weather and Hurricane Expert Dan Kottlowski, “There is no low-level circulation, and while surface pressures are falling, they are not crashing.”

Read more about this weather development here.

*Source – AccuWeather.com

Hurricane season is here ~ Are you prepared?

kharper — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:57:53 +0000

History teaches that a lack of hurricane awareness and preparation are common threads among all major hurricane disasters. By knowing your vulnerability and what actions you should take, you can reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster.
Hurricane hazards come in many forms, including storm surge, high winds, tornadoes, and flooding. This means it is important for your family to have a plan that includes all of these hazards. Download the Tropical Cyclone Preparedness Guide for more information. But remember, this is only a guide. The first and most important thing anyone should do when facing a hurricane threat is to use common sense. Get the facts now…before the storm!

We’ve been in the hurricane-protection business for a long time, so we know what works best to protect homes and businesses in Southwest Florida. Smart Companies’ experts have the experience and top-notch skills to make your property safe and sound with technologically advanced certified protection. It starts with a quick call or e-mail to schedule a free, no-obligation storm-protection evaluation to determine which products will work best for your Florida home or business. Call us today at 239-278-9092 or Toll Free at 888-962-7283.

* Source - NOAA

Smart Companies opens West Palm Beach office!

kharper — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:44:37 +0000

We are excited to announce the opening of our east coast office in West Palm Beach Florida!

The newest division of the Smart Companies is located at 2257 Vista Parkway, Suite 21, West Palm Beach, FL 33411. This office is part of the Vista Business Park and just off of Jog Road.

Although we are currently in the process of installing samples of all of our products, our team is ready to answer any questions and of course available to talk to you about the many hurricane protection, energy & solar options and home technology products we offer, along with assisting with service and warranty calls. Please call Dan Reames, our Regional Manager at 561-578-4751 for more details.

“Closing the shutters is as easy as pie!”

kharper — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 14:12:44 +0000

I am so pleased with the installation of your shutters that I am nominating my home as the coolest job!
When the shutters on the lanai are opened, they are barely detectable. They fold back out of the way and do not obstruct our view or our normal foot traffic on the lanai. Closing the shutters is as easy as pie! My wife can close them so easy… it is like closing a slider!
The Storm Catcher screens on the front of the house blend in with architecture and do not detract from curb view of our home, and they are very simple to remove and store when not needed!
The installers worked diligently through the inclement weather to complete the installation in time for the hurricane season!
Thank you for a very professional job!

Rolf A., ~ Punta Gorda, FL

“You did a GREAT job…as always…”

kharper — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 19:30:23 +0000

I had no doubt I would love my new Storm Catcher rolling screen. You did a GREAT job, as always, which is why I have referred your company to 8 of my neighbors so far!

Louis K., ~ Lakewood Ranch Country Club, Bradenton, FL

Now Hiring!!

kharper — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:30:32 +0000

Are you the best there is? Then why not work for the best there is?

Storm Smart, a division of the Smart Companies, is currently seeking to expand our quality team by hiring experienced window and hurricane protection installers.

If you own your own truck and tools, are customer service oriented, have a great work ethic and a clean record, then we would like to hear from you! Please email your skill sets and resumes to careers@stormsmart.com or visit our Corporate office located at 6182 Idlewild St., Fort Myers, FL 33996 Monday – Friday 8am-4pm. For more details, call 239-938-1000.

The Smart Companies takes prided in our employees and is an equal opportunity and drug free workplace.

Are YOU ready to go to work?

“Above and Beyond the call of duty”!

kharper — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:54:57 +0000

My husband and I recently purchased the “Storm Catcher” roll down hurricane screens for our home. David and his son Travis did a wonderful job and David went “Above and Beyond the call of duty”! We have an arched bay window in the front of our home. We were concerned that with the installation of the roll downs we would lose the integrity of the arches on our window. We were extremely concerned about that. We did not want the cap that housed the roll down to interfere with the arches. Well, attached are pictures of the beautiful job David did installing our screens on this bay window! He eliminated the big bulky cap, and installed the roll down right into the soffit…with very little disturbance to the arches! He worked very hard doing this. They were a great team! They spent long days here and left the areas they were working on spotless every day. We feel the job David did with our window should certainly be nominated as probably one of the Coolest jobs ever!

Jim & Pat K., Port Charlotte, FL