Tag: Hailstorms

Hail Proof Roof & Shingles in Douglas County

Oh Hail No

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The Problem

We’re certain you’re tired of hearing about hail, as it’s talked about ad nauseam. Gosh, we’re sick of it, too! But it’s important to remember that it’s an undeniable part of life in Colorado. So what can be done about it? Do we hope and pray it won’t be too bad this year? Do we force a smile and pretend those hail divots on our roof and gutters don’t exist? How about we acquiesce and replace our roofs every other year. (The answer to all these rhetorical questions is a resounding NO)

The Solution

You know the sure things in life. In Colorado, it’s death, taxes, and hail. While we can’t help you with death and taxes, we’ve got you covered on the hail part.

 

  • Celtic offers every client an upgrade to a class-4 hail rated shingle … for free.

 

  • Celtic works for you, and will be on-site when the insurance adjuster is looking at your roof to make sure the siding, gutters, windows, fences and even your mailbox are examined. As we’ve been around for over two decades, we have wonderful business relationships with insurance companies, and we love working with adjusters. Our goal is to make sure ALL damage is inspected, and ALL damage is repaired or replaced.

 

  • Celtic is a local, family-owned business, and as such, we understand the importance of protecting your home and family. Whether it’s rain, sleet, snow, hail, high winds, or excessive sunshine, we know the climate and we know how to protect against it. Our expertise in all types of roofing allows us to not only assess damage, but we can also formulate a plan to ensure the highest protection of your property. We absolutely love our clients, but we don’t want to be seeing you again for a very, very long time (no offense, of course).

Why Does Colorado Get So Much Hail?

You’ve likely heard of “tornado alley,” which is a loosely defined area in the central United States where tornados are very common, but did you know there is a “hail alley” as well? This area overlaps much of what is traditionally considered tornado alley along with states like Minnesota, Missouri, and Colorado. So, what makes these states like Colorado so hail-prone? It mainly has to do with elevation. Hail forms in the cold air above us, so at higher elevations, it doesn’t have as far to fall and potentially melt before making impact with the ground. Colorado has the highest average elevation of any state, meaning we are much closer to the freezing level in the atmosphere, making hail even more likely.

How Hail Can Damage Your Roof

Depending on its size, a piece of hail can make impact traveling anywhere from nine to 40 miles per hour. Obviously, the larger the hailstone and the faster it’s traveling, the more damage it can do to your roof. Hailstones can bruise, crack, and tear away at roofing shingles which not only threatens the structural integrity of your roof but can also lead to water damage.

Common Signs of Hail Damage

It’s often hard to identify signs of hail damage to your roof. This is not only because it can be challenging to safely get up to your roof and check, but the signs can look insignificant or be too small to notice. Thankfully, there are a few tell-tale signs of hail damage that anyone should be able to spot. These include:

  • Shingles, tiles, or granules on the ground.
  • Leaking or clogged gutters.
  • Shingles that have been cracked or broken.
  • Shingles that are peeling off.
  • Missing shingles.
  • Water damage or leakage inside of your home.
  • Damage to your home’s exterior and windows.

What To Do Next

Give us a call. We promise we don’t bite! The Celtic Clan will head over to your home or business and do a free inspection of your property. Once we assess the situation, we’ll send you a full rundown of your options. You can rest assured that we will make the process simple, easy, and maybe even a little fun (we have a wonderful Team!). 720.270.1300

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Springtime is the best time for a roof checkup

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Spring in Colorado has officially arrived … longer days and warmer temperatures help thaw out the great outdoors as well as our homes. This is the perfect time to have your roof inspected to evaluate any work needed in order to prepare for summer hail storms and thunderstorms. We highly recommend taking advantage of this window of opportunity between winter and spring, and get a free roof evaluation from the Castle Rock Expert Roofing Team to avoid costly repairs stemming from neglect. Certain roof issues are hard to find during wintertime as snow and ice can cover problems up. Rising temperatures help us find problem areas and repair them promptly before more damage can be done.

 

It’s not too late for us to inspect your roof for hail damage from storms that took place last year! Let us take a look to see if there is any damage, and help walk you through the insurance process to get you the best roof possible. Whether you need a metal roof, shingle roof, tile roof, or hail-resistant F-Wave roof, the Castle Rock Expert Roofing Team has the expertise to help protect your home and family, from the outside in. 

 

Call today to schedule a socially-distant roof inspection! 720.270.1300

 

*As an essential business for life, health and safety, we take the CDC recommendations seriously and offer a touch-free, technology–based inspection report.*

What to Know About Hailstorms in Colorado

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Every region has its unique weather patterns and conditions, but some are worse on your home than others, like hail. Some certain regions of the United States such as the Mountain West tend to get pounded with hail, and Mountain West states like Colorado are often some of the worst victims.

If you’re moving to Colorado, you need to be aware of the ever-present threat that is hail. So, what do you need to know about hailstorms in the Centennial State?

What You Need to Know About Hailstorms in Colorado

There is a Season, But Hail Can Come Anytime

Early spring through late summer are the most susceptible timeframes for hailstorms in Colorado, but they aren’t the only time storms can come. Severe and damaging hailstorms have been known to pop up in early winter and even in late fall. Always be prepared for hail if you live in Colorado no matter the time of year.

Know What You Should Look For

How do you know how bad a hailstorm was? Look at the leftover hail. Size is a crucial factor when it comes to hail, but it’s not the most crucial factor, density is. You can tell the density of hail from its color, the denser the hail is, the clearer it will appear, and the more damage it will do. White hail tends to explode on impact like a snowball while clear hail is a nasty ice ball. If the hail is colored clear like ice and large, look out.

Consider Fighting Back Against Hail

The good news is that you can fight back against hail and take preventative measures. This includes impact-resistant shingles, impact-resistant siding, and even impact-resistant windows. Not only will these impact-resistant materials keep your home from being damaged, but they could also score you insurance premium discounts in hail-prone Colorado.

Colorado is a paradise to most, but that paradise comes with a disclaimer known as hail. Hail can come anytime in the state so if you want to fight back against the dreaded falling ice, consider upgrading components of your home such as your roof and windows. Being prepared will save your home from nasty Colorado hail, and could even get you insurance premium discounts.