Hail Damage Found on a 7-Year-Old Highlands Ranch Roof

Seven years isn't old for a roof. But in Colorado, it doesn't take long for hail to do real damage - damage that's easy to miss unless you know what to look for. That's exactly what our inspection turned up on this Highlands Ranch home. The shingles looked fine from the street. Up close, the story was different.

When we do a roof inspection, we mark every impact point with chalk so nothing gets missed. That documentation matters - both for understanding the full scope of the damage and for working through the insurance process. Hail hits tend to cluster, but they also show up in spots you wouldn't expect. A thorough, section-by-section inspection is the only way to get the full picture.

For the replacement, we went with GAF Timberline shingles backed by the 50-year Golden Pledge warranty. That's one of the strongest warranties in the roofing industry - it covers both materials and labor, and it's only available through certified installers. It's a combination that's hard to beat when you want protection that actually lasts.

The reality is, a lot of homeowners don't think about their roof until there's a leak. But by then, water has usually already worked its way into places it shouldn't be. Getting ahead of it with a proper inspection - especially after any significant storm - is what keeps a small problem from becoming a much bigger one.

If your home has been through hail and you haven't had a close look at the roof since, it's worth getting someone up there. Storm wear isn't always obvious, but the consequences of ignoring it are.