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Western Edge Exteriors
Fort Collins roofing and exterior contractor
Serving Northern Colorado, Colorado

Fort Collins' Trusted Exterior Experts

Northern Colorado homes face everything from hail to heavy wind off the foothills. We bring Front Range expertise to Fort Collins — roofing, siding, gutters, painting, and full-exterior projects.

Why Fort Collins Trusts Western Edge

Fort Collins and the northern Front Range get hammered by spring and summer hail — the foothills trigger pop-up storms that can drop golf-ball hail on specific neighborhoods while skipping others. We know how to document that hyper-local damage for insurance adjusters and how to fight for the code-upgrade coverage Northern Colorado's older homes often need.

Fort Collins averages 4-6 hail days per year — most damaging storms hit between May and August

~170,000 residents, 4th largest city in Colorado

Foothills terrain means storms can be extremely localized — one neighborhood can be totaled while the next is untouched

Strong local contractor licensing requirements through City of Fort Collins Building Services

Recent Hail in Northern Colorado

Real storm data from public NWS reports. Click any marker to see details.

Real Storm Data

July 2023 — Fort Collins / Larimer County Hail

A major hail event impacted Fort Collins and Larimer County in July 2023, with reports of hail up to baseball-sized (~3 inches). The storm drove more than $10 million in roof repair claims countywide and a ~42% spike in Larimer County hail insurance claims, per the Insurance Information Institute. Loveland and surrounding communities saw similar impacts.

8 hail reports plotted Date: July 1, 2023 Largest: 2.75"
Hail Size: Penny–Nickel Quarter Half Dollar Golf Ball Tennis Ball+
View all 8 hail reports as a list →
Largest Reports:
Fort Collins (central) 2.75" (Baseball)
Fort Collins (west) 2.25" (Golf ball)
Fort Collins (east — Bucking Horse) 1.75" (Golf ball)
Loveland (central) 1.75" (Golf ball)
Between Fort Collins and Loveland 1.50" (Walnut)
All Reports:
Fort Collins (central) 2.75" — Baseball
Fort Collins (east — Bucking Horse) 1.75" — Golf ball
Fort Collins (west) 2.25" — Golf ball
Loveland (central) 1.75" — Golf ball
Between Fort Collins and Loveland 1.50" — Walnut
Wellington 1.25" — Half dollar
Timnath 1.50" — Walnut
Windsor 1.25" — Half dollar

Sources: Fort Collins Hail Damage FAQ — City of Fort Collins · Insurance Information Institute — Claim spike data · NWS Boulder/Denver Storm Reports

Fort Collins FAQ

Questions from Fort Collins Homeowners

Real, location-specific answers — permits, insurance, hail history, and the Colorado laws that matter.

Do you service all of Fort Collins?
Yes — Western Edge Exteriors serves every neighborhood in Fort Collins and the surrounding Northern Colorado area, including Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Timnath, Wellington, and more. We typically have same-week inspection availability, and our crews are experienced with Fort Collins-specific permit and inspection workflows.
Who pulls the roofing permit in Fort Collins?
In Fort Collins, residential roofing permits go through Fort Collins Building Services (970-416-2220). Permit fees are typically $150–$400. We pull the permit as part of the job — you don't have to handle that paperwork yourself. The current code adopted is 2021 IRC / 2021 IBC.
What's the hail damage history in Fort Collins?
Fort Collins has been impacted by multiple significant hail events in recent years, including July 2023 — Fort Collins / Larimer County Hail. The Front Range sees damaging hail regularly, and even one storm can reduce a roof's lifespan dramatically. We offer free post-storm inspections — the only reliable way to confirm whether your roof was affected.
Does my homeowners insurance cover hail damage in Fort Collins?
Most Colorado homeowners policies cover hail damage to your roof under your dwelling coverage, regardless of where you live in Fort Collins or Larimer County. You're responsible for your deductible; insurance covers the rest up to policy limits. Your policy type (ACV vs RCV) and roof age affect what you actually collect. We help document damage and work directly with your adjuster throughout the claim.
How much does a roof replacement cost in Fort Collins?
Most residential roof replacements in Fort Collins run between $12,000 and $35,000+ depending on roof size, pitch, material, and how much decking repair is needed. Permit fees in Fort Collins typically run $150–$400 and are included in most estimates. We give a free written estimate at the inspection — no pressure, no obligation.
Is it legal for a roofer to waive my deductible in Fort Collins?
No. Under Colorado Senate Bill 12-038 (SB38), it's illegal anywhere in Colorado — including Fort Collins — for a roofing contractor to pay, waive, rebate, or credit your insurance deductible. If a contractor offers this, the contract is unenforceable and both parties can face penalties. It's one of the clearest red flags for a storm chaser. Legitimate roofers won't ever propose it.

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Serving All of Northern Colorado

Western Edge Exteriors is proud to serve Fort Collins and the surrounding communities.

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