Boulder County, Colorado
Roofing Contractor in Erie, CO
Erie spans Boulder and Weld counties along the I-25 / Highway 7 corridor.
Red Hawk Roofing is licensed and insured, and serves Erie. Erie has 5 documented hail days within 10 miles of city center between 2021 and 2026 — 5 confirmed by NWS storm-spotter reports on the ground, the largest 2.25-inch hail measured on May 30, 2024 (16 reports), where NOAA radar indicated 3.5 inches — 1.25 inches above the measured size. Radar figures are NOAA SWDI estimates (MEHS), not measurements; ground figures are NWS Local Storm Reports.
About Erie
Erie sits on the Boulder-Weld county line about 25 miles north of Denver and 15 miles east of Boulder, with a population of about 30,038. The town has grown rapidly over the past 15 years, with master-planned subdivisions like Vista Ridge, Colliers Hill, Compass, Westerly, Erie Village, and Flatiron Meadows accounting for most of the residential stock. Highway access runs through SH-7 (Arapahoe Road) east-west and I-25 about 5 miles to the east. The St. Vrain Valley School District serves the Boulder County portion of Erie; the Weld County RE-1J district covers the Weld County side.
At about 5,026 feet of elevation Erie sits in the transitional zone shared by Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, and Broomfield — exposed to plains-track storms but partially protected by the Boulder foothills to the west. Hail frequency is meaningfully lower than Aurora or Greeley but still well above the national average; Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for the same Colorado insurance discounts. Wind exposure is high, particularly during downslope events, and the December 2021 Marshall Fire crossing nearby Superior and Louisville was a wake-up call about WUI fire risk along the Boulder-county foothills line.
Most Erie roofs are laminated asphalt shingle on homes built in the past 20 years, with relatively little cedar shake inventory. Erie HOAs in Vista Ridge, Colliers Hill, Compass, and Flatiron Meadows generally require architectural review packets for any roof replacement, with submission timelines of 7 to 21 days. The Town of Erie Building Department issues permits for tear-offs inside town limits; Boulder County and Weld County handle the unincorporated land respectively. Code is consistent with surrounding municipalities — ice-and-water shield, synthetic underlayment, drip edge.
Red Hawk Roofing covers Erie from the Fort Collins satellite at (970) 676-6129 (about 30 miles north) and the Denver-area HQ at (720) 771-8921 (about 25 miles south). Drive times typically run 30 to 45 minutes. Common Erie roofing decisions include choosing Class 4 IR shingles for the insurance discount, wind-rated installation for the open NW-metro exposure, and proper ridge venting for the rapid afternoon attic-temperature buildup typical at altitude in summer.
Recent Verified Hail Events Near Erie
NOAA-VerifiedErie has 5 documented hail days within 10 miles of city center between 2021 and 2026 — 5 confirmed by NWS storm-spotter reports on the ground, the largest 2.25-inch hail measured on May 30, 2024 (16 reports), where NOAA radar indicated 3.5 inches — 1.25 inches above the measured size. Radar figures are NOAA SWDI estimates (MEHS), not measurements; ground figures are NWS Local Storm Reports.
Sourced from the NOAA Storm Events Database and NWS Local Storm Reports. Reports within 10 miles of Erie center, 2021–present, ≥1.0 inch hail.
- 2.25"measuredMay 30, 2024Measured by NWS storm spotters — 16 ground reports · NOAA radar indicated 3.5" (+1.25" vs measured)Source: LSR+SWDI
- 2"measuredMay 9, 2023Measured by NWS storm spotters — 13 ground reports · NOAA radar indicated 3.75" (+1.75" vs measured)Source: LSR+SWDI
- 1.5"measuredOctober 1, 2022Measured by NWS storm spotters — 4 ground reports · NOAA radar indicated 2" (+0.5" vs measured)Source: LSR+SWDI
- 1.25"measuredAugust 3, 2023Measured by NWS storm spotters — 1 ground report · NOAA radar indicated 1" (−0.25" vs measured)Source: LSR+SWDI
- 1.25"measuredAugust 19, 2021Measured by NWS storm spotters — 3 ground reports · NOAA radar indicated 1" (−0.25" vs measured)Source: LSR+SWDI
If your roof was exposed to one of these events, you may still be eligible to file a claim — call (720) 771-8921.
Neighborhoods & Subdivisions in Erie
Red Hawk crews regularly work the following Erie subdivisions.
- Vista Ridge
- Colliers Hill
- Compass
- Westerly
- Erie Village
- Flatiron Meadows
- Morgan Hill
- Erie Highlands
- Canyon Creek
- Erie Commons
Roofing Services in Erie
All Red Hawk services are available in Erie.
Why Erie Homeowners Choose Red Hawk
- • Local crew with deep Front Range experience
- • Free, no-obligation inspections
- • Insurance claim documentation and adjuster representation
- • Manufacturer-certified installation
Other Services Near Erie
Roof Replacement
Full tear-off and replacement with manufacturer-certified installation.
Learn moreRoof Repair
Targeted repairs for leaks, missing shingles, flashing, and storm damage.
Learn moreRoof Inspection
Free, no-pressure roof inspection with photo documentation and a written report.
Learn moreHail Damage Roof Repair
Colorado is in the heart of Hail Alley. We document and restore hail-damaged roofs with insurance experience.
Learn moreStorm Damage Roof Repair
Wind, hail, and severe weather damage — emergency response and full restoration.
Learn moreInsurance Claim Assistance
We handle the paperwork, the photos, and the adjuster meeting — so you don't have to.
Learn moreCommercial Roofing
TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen, and metal commercial roofing for Colorado businesses.
Learn moreMetal Roofing
Standing seam, stone-coated steel, and Class 4 impact-resistant metal systems.
Learn moreHail History in Erie
Erie has 5 documented hail days within 10 miles of city center between 2021 and 2026 — 5 confirmed by NWS storm-spotter reports on the ground, the largest 2.25-inch hail measured on May 30, 2024 (16 reports), where NOAA radar indicated 3.5 inches — 1.25 inches above the measured size. Radar figures are NOAA SWDI estimates (MEHS), not measurements; ground figures are NWS Local Storm Reports.
May 30
2024
2.25"
Measured
16 reports
radar 3.50" (+1.25")
LSR+SWDI
Aug 3
2023
1.25"
Measured
1 report
radar 1.00" (-0.25")
LSR+SWDI
May 9
2023
2.00"
Measured
13 reports
radar 3.75" (+1.75")
LSR+SWDI
Oct 1
2022
1.50"
Measured
4 reports
radar 2.00" (+0.50")
LSR+SWDI
Aug 19
2021
1.25"
Measured
3 reports
radar 1.00" (-0.25")
LSR+SWDI
Measured figures are NWS Local Storm Reports — human-observed, ground-confirmed hail. Radar-indicated figures are NOAA SWDI estimates (MEHS, a radar algorithm calibrated to a high-end bound) — not measurements, and they can run high versus paired ground reports. Events within ~10 miles of Erie center, 2021–present, ≥1.0 inch.
Verified Credentials
Why Erie Trusts Red Hawk
TAMKO Platinum
GAF Certified Commercial
Licensed & Insured
5-Year Workmanship Warranty
BBB A+ Rating
NRCA Member
BuildZoom Score: 111
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Frequently Asked Questions About Roofing in Erie
Local answers about cost, permits, HOA approval, hail history, and response times for Erie, CO homeowners.
The Town of Erie issues all building permits within town limits, regardless of which county the property sits in — handled through Erie's Building department at 645 Holbrook St. The Boulder/Weld county split only matters for unincorporated land outside town. Red Hawk identifies the right authority on every estimate and pulls all permits. Erie permits typically run $90–$200 with 5–10 business day review.
Erie roof replacements typically run $15,000 to $25,000, with most Vista Ridge, Colliers Hill, and Compass homes landing $15,000–$25,000 for Class 4 impact-resistant installs. Westerly and Flatiron Meadows custom homes with steep pitches run higher. Red Hawk provides free written estimates with photo documentation. Insurance-funded replacements after hail typically cost only the deductible.
Yes — Erie's location at the eastern edge of Boulder County and into Weld puts it directly in the supercell hail track. The ground record shows 5 documented hail days within 10 miles of town between 2021 and 2026, all confirmed by NWS storm spotters, the largest a 2.25-inch measurement on May 30, 2024 (16 ground reports). Roofs older than 10 years almost certainly carry cumulative impact bruising.
Yes — Red Hawk regularly works the Vista Ridge, Colliers Hill, Compass, Westerly, and Flatiron Meadows HOAs. Each requires architectural review packets that we prepare with manufacturer spec sheets, color samples, and shingle photos. Most Erie HOAs approve within 7–14 days for like-for-like color matches. Some require Class 4 shingles by covenant, which actually saves money via insurance discounts.
Red Hawk dispatches to Erie in 35–50 minutes from the south metro for emergency leak response, with same-day tarping during business hours. Free inspections book within 24–48 hours and produce photo-documented reports. After major hail events the queue fills quickly, so booking immediately gets you ahead of the wave.
Most Erie HOAs allow architectural asphalt shingles in earth-tone color palettes (weathered wood, hickory, charcoal), with a growing number requiring Class 4 impact-resistant shingles by covenant. Vista Ridge and Colliers Hill HOAs maintain approved color lists. Standing-seam metal is rarely approved for primary roofs but often allowed for accent porches. Red Hawk submits HOA architectural packets as part of every project.
Manufacturers We InstallMaterials We Install in Erie
From premium asphalt to standing-seam metal and synthetic slate — we install products from every major roofing manufacturer, plus James Hardie siding.
