Roof Inspection in Denver, CO

A Red Hawk inspection covers all field shingles, ridge and hip caps, valleys, flashings (chimney, sidewall, step, kick-out), pipe boots, vents, skylights, gutters, and downspouts. We photo-document every defect, measure hail strike density per slope, check attic ventilation, and produce a written report in adjuster-ready format. We also note any code-mandated upgrades that would apply if replacement is needed. The whole inspection is free, with no obligation, and takes 45–75 minutes for most Front Range homes.

A standard residential roof inspection takes 45 to 75 minutes from arrival to handoff. The on-roof portion is 20–30 minutes, attic check 10–15 minutes, and report compilation 15–20 minutes. Larger or steeper homes, multi-story commercial, or post-storm hail mapping can extend to 2 hours. The written report with photos is typically delivered within 24 hours by email. Same-day verbal summary is provided before we leave so you know the verdict immediately.

Colorado homeowners should schedule a professional roof inspection annually, plus an extra inspection within 30 days of any major hail or wind event. Annual inspections catch wear before it becomes a leak and preserve manufacturer warranty eligibility — most warranties require documented maintenance. Pre-listing inspections are also smart before selling. Red Hawk's inspections are free year-round in our Front Range service area; spring (after hail season) and fall (before winter) are the highest-value times.

Denver issues roofing permits through Community Planning & Development at 201 W Colfax Ave (or online via E-Permits). Most reroof permits issue same-day or within 48 hours for standard residential. Permit fees run $90–$300 depending on project valuation. Designated historic districts (parts of Capitol Hill, Highlands, Park Hill) require Landmark Preservation Commission review that adds 4–8 weeks. Red Hawk pulls all permits and handles the post-install inspection.

Denver asphalt roof replacements typically run $15,000 to $25,000. RiNo and LoHi modern flat-roof TPO/EPDM runs separately at $7–$12 per sq ft. Red Hawk provides free line-item estimates.

Yes — Denver takes the same plains-track supercells that hit Aurora and Centennial. The ground record shows 5 documented hail days within 10 miles of the city center between 2021 and 2026, all confirmed by NWS storm spotters, the largest a 2.75-inch measurement on May 30, 2024 (42 ground reports). Older brick homes in Park Hill and Capitol Hill often have unrecognized cumulative hail damage on multi-decade roofs. Red Hawk pulls NOAA records for every estimate to timestamp damage.