Think Your Roof Was Hit by Hail? We’ll Help You Find Out.
Colorado Pro Roofing provides hail damage roof inspections, storm damage assessments, roof repairs, and roof replacement services for homeowners in Colorado Springs, Colorado. After a hailstorm, damage is not always obvious from the ground. Our goal is to help you understand what happened, what condition the roof is in, and whether the right next step is monitoring, repair, or replacement.
Not Every Hailstorm Means You Need a New Roof
Hail damage depends on several factors, including hail size, wind direction, roofing material, roof age, previous wear, and where the storm impacted the home. A professional inspection can help separate normal wear from storm-related damage.
How Do You Know If Hail Damaged Your Roof?
A professional roof inspection is the most reliable way to determine whether a Colorado Springs hailstorm caused meaningful roof damage. Hail damage may include bruised or fractured shingles, granule displacement, damaged roof vents and flashing, dented gutters or downspouts, and other storm-impact indicators. The inspection should determine whether the damage is isolated, widespread, repairable, or significant enough to justify roof replacement.
What Should You Do After Hail Hits Your Home?
You do not need to climb onto your roof to look for damage. Start with a few safe observations from the ground, then schedule an inspection if the storm was significant or you see signs of damage.
- Look for dents in gutters, downspouts, vents, flashing, or other exposed metal.
- Check the ground around downspouts for an unusual amount of shingle granules.
- Look for shingles that appear lifted, missing, cracked, or displaced.
- Check ceilings and attic areas for new water stains or signs of moisture.
- Take photos of visible storm damage around the property when it is safe to do so.
- Avoid walking on the roof yourself, especially after rain, hail, or high winds.
Hail Damage Can Exist Without an Immediate Leak
A roof does not have to be leaking to have storm damage. Hail can damage the protective surface of asphalt shingles, loosen granules, bruise the mat, crack roofing materials, or dent metal components without causing water to enter the home right away.
That is why an inspection after a significant storm can be valuable even when everything inside the home still appears dry.
A Hail Inspection Looks at More Than Just the Shingles
Storm damage can show up differently across the roof and exterior. We look at the roofing system as a whole and document conditions that may help explain the extent and direction of the storm impact.
Shingles & Roof Surface
We look for impact marks, bruising, granule displacement, cracking, lifted or missing shingles, and other visible changes to the roof surface.
Roof Metals & Accessories
We inspect vents, flashing, pipe jacks, drip edge, valleys, rain caps, and other roof components that may show evidence of hail or wind impact.
Gutters & Exterior Clues
Gutters, downspouts, siding, window screens, and other exterior surfaces can provide additional information about storm direction and severity.
A Straightforward Hail Damage Inspection Process
The goal is to give you useful information about the roof—not pressure you into a replacement. We inspect the property, explain the findings, and discuss the practical options based on what we see.
Schedule
Tell us when the storm occurred and what you have noticed around the property.
Inspect
We evaluate the roof surface, roof accessories, visible exterior indicators, and areas of concern.
Review
We explain what was found, answer your questions, and identify any areas that need attention.
Choose the Next Step
If work is needed, we discuss whether repair or replacement makes the most sense for the condition of the roof.
When Can Hail Damage Be Repaired—and When Is Replacement More Appropriate?
Hail damage does not automatically mean a roof needs to be replaced. The correct recommendation depends on the extent of the damage, the condition and age of the roofing system, and whether a repair can restore the affected area properly.
Hail Damage May Be Repairable When:
- Damage is limited to a small, isolated area.
- The surrounding shingles are still in serviceable condition.
- Replacement shingles or compatible materials are available.
- The repair can be completed without causing unnecessary damage to nearby shingles.
- The roof does not show widespread storm-related functional damage.
Roof Replacement May Be More Appropriate When:
- Hail impacts are widespread across multiple roof slopes.
- Shingles show significant bruising, fractures, granule displacement, or other functional damage.
- The roof is older or already has substantial wear.
- Matching materials are unavailable or repairs cannot be completed reliably.
- Isolated repairs would not adequately restore the roofing system.
Not Sure Which Applies to Your Roof?
That is exactly what the inspection is for. We evaluate the actual roof condition first, then explain whether no immediate work, a targeted repair, or full replacement is the most reasonable next step.
Schedule a hail damage inspection →Why Colorado Springs Homeowners Choose Colorado Pro Roofing
When you are trying to decide what a hailstorm did to your roof, experience and clear documentation matter. Colorado Pro Roofing is a locally owned Colorado Springs roofing company serving homeowners since 2016.
Local Since 2016
Colorado Pro Roofing is locally owned and based in Colorado Springs, with hands-on experience in Front Range hail, wind, and storm restoration.
BBB A+ Rating
Our company maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, giving homeowners another independent trust signal when choosing a roofing contractor.
GAF Certified Plus
Colorado Pro Roofing has achieved GAF Certified Plus status, reflecting manufacturer-recognized contractor qualifications and installation standards.
Workmanship Coverage
Roof replacement projects include Colorado Pro Roofing workmanship coverage, with an extended workmanship option available on qualifying projects.
Do You Need to File an Insurance Claim Before Calling a Roofer?
No. Many homeowners prefer to have the roof inspected first so they have a better understanding of the condition before deciding whether to contact their insurance carrier.
If storm damage is found, Colorado Pro Roofing can document the visible roofing conditions, provide photographs when appropriate, explain the repair or replacement scope, and answer roofing-related questions about the project. Your insurance carrier determines whether a loss is covered and what benefits apply under your policy.
Helpful Information to Have Available
- Approximate date of the hail or windstorm
- Any photos or videos taken during or after the storm
- Locations where you noticed leaks, stains, or exterior damage
- Approximate roof age, if known
- Any previous roof repairs or insurance-related roof work
We Document What We Find on the Roof
A useful hail inspection should show more than a verbal opinion. When conditions warrant it, inspection findings can include photographs of damaged shingles, dented roof vents or flashing, gutter and downspout impacts, and other visible storm indicators. This helps you understand why a repair, replacement, or no immediate work is being recommended.
Shingle Impacts
Close-up photos can help document bruising, granule displacement, fractures, and other visible changes to asphalt shingles.
Collateral Damage
Dents to vents, flashing, rain caps, gutters, and downspouts can provide additional evidence about hail size, storm direction, and severity.
Overall Roof Condition
Wide-angle roof photos help place individual damage points in context and show whether impacts appear isolated or spread across multiple roof slopes.
Have Your Roof Checked After a Colorado Springs Hailstorm
If your neighborhood was hit by hail, you noticed exterior damage, or you simply want to know whether your roof was affected, send us your information and we will follow up about an inspection.
Request a Hail Damage Roof Inspection
Tell us a little about the property and what you noticed after the storm.
Colorado Springs Hail Damage Roofing FAQs
Can my roof have hail damage even if it is not leaking?
Yes. Hail can damage shingles and roof components without causing an immediate interior leak. Some storm damage affects the protective surface or structure of the roofing material before water intrusion becomes noticeable.
How soon should I have my roof inspected after a hailstorm?
If your area experienced significant hail or you see signs of exterior damage, it is reasonable to schedule an inspection soon after the storm. You do not need to climb onto the roof yourself to check it.
Do I need to file an insurance claim before scheduling an inspection?
No. You can have the roof inspected first. The inspection can help you better understand the roof's condition before you decide whether to contact your insurance carrier.
Does hail damage always require a full roof replacement?
No. Some roofs have limited damage that can be repaired, while other roofs have widespread impacts that make replacement the better option. The recommendation should be based on the actual condition of the roof.
What parts of the property do you inspect for hail damage?
We evaluate the roof surface and visible roofing components such as vents, flashing, pipe jacks, valleys, and other accessories. Gutters, downspouts, and other exterior surfaces may also provide useful storm-impact clues.
Can Colorado Pro Roofing help if an insurance claim is involved?
We can document visible roofing conditions, provide roofing-related scope information, and explain the work that may be needed. Your insurance carrier makes coverage and policy benefit decisions.
Can hail shorten the life of asphalt shingles?
Yes. When hail damages the protective surface of a shingle, displaces granules, fractures the mat, or creates other functional damage, the affected shingles may have less ability to protect the roof over time.
Can a roof be damaged even when I cannot see anything from the ground?
Yes. Many forms of hail damage are difficult to identify from ground level. Roof-surface impacts, bruising, granule displacement, and damage to vents or flashing may require a closer professional inspection.
Is cosmetic hail damage the same as functional roof damage?
No. Cosmetic damage changes appearance, while functional damage affects the roofing material's ability to perform as intended. A professional inspection should evaluate the type, location, and extent of the damage before recommending repairs or replacement.
Not Sure What the Hailstorm Did to Your Roof?
You do not have to guess. Schedule a professional roof inspection and get a clearer picture of the condition of your roof and what—if anything—needs to be done next.