Front Range Storm Specialists
The Front Range sits squarely in what meteorologists call hail alley. Supercell thunderstorms roll off the foothills between April and September, dropping ice the size of golf balls onto rooftops with shocking force. Add in straight-line winds and occasional tornadic activity, and you’ve got a recipe for serious roof damage that can happen in minutes.
ATS Exteriors has spent the past 7 years putting Broomfield and Westminster homes back together after these events, drawing on more than 15 years of roofing experience. We’re Owens Corning Preferred contractors with deep familiarity navigating insurance claims after major weather hits the area. From homes near Flatiron Crossing to those along Sheridan Parkway, we’ve handled the aftermath of nearly every significant storm to roll through.
Rebecca and Jeff Stakes personally walk every storm assessment, because how the damage gets documented can make or break your insurance claim. Out-of-state storm chasers tend to flood the area after big events, do quick patch jobs, and vanish before warranty issues come up. We’re rooted right here, with our office just 500 feet from the Westminster line.
Inspecting for Hail Damage
After a serious storm, we move quickly, typically getting onto roofs within a day or two. Hail damage in this region is particularly tricky because the high altitude means hailstones travel faster and strike harder than they would at sea level. From the driveway, your roof might look fine. Up close, you’ll see fractured shingles, granules knocked clear off, and asphalt mat exposed where it shouldn’t be.
A thorough inspection covers the whole roof system, not just the spots that look damaged at first glance. We’re looking for compressed bruise marks from impacts, fully cracked shingles where stones punched through, torn or dented vents and flashing, and the kind of collateral damage to gutters and downspouts that establishes hail size. Every finding gets documented with detailed photos organized into a report that gives your insurance adjuster exactly what they need.
Not every hail event justifies a claim. If your roof is relatively new and the damage is mostly cosmetic, filing might not be in your interest. We’ll tell you that honestly. On the flip side, if impacts have spread across multiple slopes and your roof is closing in on the end of its lifespan, an insurance-funded replacement is often a smart move.
Timing matters too. Most policies allow up to a year to file hail claims, but the longer you wait, the more weathering can muddy the evidence.
Hail Damage Roof Repair in Broomfield
Hail damage roof repair in Broomfield ranges from replacing sections of damaged shingles to complete roof replacement depending on impact severity and your roof’s age. Colorado hail is uniquely destructive because high altitude means hailstones fall faster and hit harder than at sea level. What looks like minor denting from the ground often reveals fractured shingles and compromised adhesive when we get up close.
Repair makes sense when damage is isolated to specific slopes, your roof is relatively new with years of useful life remaining, impact bruises are minor without shingle fractures, and insurance won’t cover replacement costs. We’ll replace damaged sections, match shingles as closely as possible, and make sure repairs integrate properly with existing material. The challenge is color matching on roofs over 5-7 years old because UV fades shingles and manufacturers update product lines.
Wind Damage and Repair
Wind-driven gusts hitting 60 to 80+ mph operate on a different level than typical Chinook winds. They peel back ridge caps, lift shingles entirely off the deck, and rip drip edge off the perimeter. Hail and wind also tend to team up: hail loosens adhesive bonds, and the wind that follows finishes the job. Common damage includes missing shingles, lifted pieces that no longer seal properly, exposed nail lines, and torn flashing around vents and chimneys.
Emergency Tarping
When a storm leaves your roof open to the weather, waiting until morning isn’t an option. We keep a 24/7 emergency line answered by an actual person, and for serious situations we typically respond within 2 to 4 hours. Tarping stabilizes things until permanent work can be scheduled.
Insurance Claim Assistance
Colorado has one of the toughest claim environments in the country. Carriers know Front Range hail produces expensive losses, and they’ve gotten skilled at finding reasons to reduce payouts. Solid documentation and an experienced advocate make a meaningful difference.
When you hire us for the repair work, we provide claim support at no extra charge. That includes the initial post-storm inspection, comprehensive photo documentation, meeting your adjuster on site to walk through findings together, line-by-line review of the adjuster’s estimate, and writing supplements when the original scope misses something. We’ve also helped reopen denied claims when the original denial was based on incomplete information.
Free Storm Damage Inspection
Free storm damage inspection in Broomfield helps you understand whether recent storms damaged your roof enough to warrant insurance claims. Don’t guess about storm damage. Professional inspection takes 30-45 minutes and provides definitive answers about whether you have compensable damage. We climb on your roof, inspect all elevations, document any storm damage, and give honest assessments about claim viability.
We inspect after any severe weather event including hail storms with reports of golf ball or larger hail, straight-line winds exceeding 50 mph, tornadic activity within 20 miles of Broomfield, and any storm that damaged neighbors’ roofs or properties. If your neighbors are getting new roofs after a storm, you probably have damage too. Homes in the same neighborhood typically take similar impacts. Don’t assume your roof escaped damage just because leaks haven’t appeared yet, hail damage often doesn’t leak immediately but causes premature failures within 2-5 years.
Why ATS Exteriors
Storm work calls for a contractor who understands the regional weather, knows how to navigate the claim process, and will actually be here when the warranty needs to mean something. We’re permanently rooted in this community, with no plans to chase storms elsewhere. Rebecca and Jeff are personally involved with every storm project, so the documentation sent to your insurance company comes from people who know what adjusters actually need to see.
Storm Damage Roof Repair (FAQs)
How can I tell if my roof was damaged by hail?
Look for dented gutters, damaged AC units, torn window screens, and granules piled at the bottom of your downspouts. If hail damaged other things on your property, it almost certainly hit your roof too. Most actual roof damage, though, requires a trained eye on the roof itself. We’ll come out and give you a clear picture of what’s there.
Will my insurance pay for storm damage repair?
Most homeowner policies cover sudden storm damage from hail and wind. Wear-and-tear or maintenance issues generally aren’t covered. We work directly with your carrier and adjuster to make sure legitimate damage is documented and accounted for in the settlement.
Will insurance cover storm damage to my roof?
Most policies allow up to one year from the date of loss, though this can vary. Earlier documentation almost always strengthens your case.
Can you help if my claim was already denied?
Often, yes. Denials sometimes stem from inadequate initial documentation. We’ve reopened plenty of claims by providing the evidence that should have been gathered the first time around.
How quickly can permanent repairs start after a storm?
Once a claim is approved and materials are ordered, scheduling depends on storm volume and weather windows. After major events the whole region floods with claims, so the sooner you start the process, the sooner your project gets on the calendar.
Should I get inspected even if I don't see a leak?
Yes. Hail damage often doesn’t cause immediate leaks but leads to premature failures a few years down the road. Catching damage early means filing while your claim is still valid.
Storm Damage? Let's Take a Look
If a recent storm has you worried about what’s happening on your roof, don’t wait for leaks to confirm the bad news. Reach out to ATS Exteriors for a free, no-pressure inspection and a clear picture of where things stand.
