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Golden Roofing & Exterior Contractor

Golden sits at the foot of the foothills — historic homes meet Colorado's harshest weather exposure. We handle roofing, painting, siding, gutters, and full exterior restoration with the wind + UV expertise foothills homes demand.

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Exterior services in Golden

Full-service exterior solutions for Golden homeowners and businesses.

Roofing in Golden

Roof replacement, repair, and storm damage documentation.

Painting in Golden

Interior and exterior painting with thorough prep and clean application.

Gutters in Golden

Seamless gutter installation, repair, and gutter guard systems.

Windows in Golden

Window replacement and new installations with careful fitting and sealing.

Decking in Golden

Custom deck building, replacement, and composite upgrades.

Fences in Golden

Fence installation, repair, staining, and restoration.

Siding in Golden

Siding repair and replacement for Colorado homes.

What Golden homes are up against

Golden sits at the base of North and South Table Mountain, with chinook wind events and hail exposure unlike anywhere else in the metro. The May 30, 2024 storm produced 1.0" hail in Golden; more important is the nearly constant wind load on roofs here. High-wind nailing patterns, heavier ice-and-water shield coverage, and metal flashing details matter more in Golden than in flatter metro communities.

Golden had 1.0" hail on May 30, 2024, but wind damage is often a bigger threat than hail here

~21,000 residents — one of Colorado's most historic communities (home to the Coors brewery and Colorado School of Mines)

Chinook wind events regularly exceed 80-100 mph at the foot of the foothills

We use enhanced high-wind nailing patterns on all Golden installs — the code minimum is often not enough here

Recent Hail in Denver Metro

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

Real Storm Data

May 30, 2024 — Denver Metro Hail Storm

A massive hail storm struck the Denver metro on May 30, 2024, producing hail up to tennis-ball size across the southeast metro. 42+ storm reports were filed in the Denver area, causing widespread roof and vehicle damage.

30 hail reports plotted•Date: May 30, 2024•Largest: 2.75"
Hail Size:Penny–NickelQuarterHalf DollarGolf BallTennis Ball+
View all 30 hail reports as a list →
Largest Reports:
Aurora (southeast)2.75" (Baseball)
Aurora (central)2.50" (Tennis ball)
Saddle Rock (Aurora)2.50" (Tennis ball)
Aurora (E-470 corridor)2.50" (Tennis ball)
Centennial2.25" (Golf ball)
All Reports:
Downtown Denver1.50" — Walnut
Aurora (central)2.50" — Tennis ball
Aurora (southeast)2.75" — Baseball
Centennial2.25" — Golf ball
Greenwood Village2.00" — Golf ball
Englewood1.75" — Golf ball
Littleton1.75" — Golf ball
Cherry Hills1.50" — Walnut
Lakewood1.25" — Half dollar
Arvada1.00" — Quarter
Westminster1.00" — Quarter
Thornton1.25" — Half dollar
Northglenn1.00" — Quarter
Saddle Rock (Aurora)2.50" — Tennis ball
Parker2.25" — Golf ball
Castle Pines2.00" — Golf ball
Highlands Ranch1.75" — Golf ball
Lone Tree2.00" — Golf ball
Morrison area1.25" — Half dollar
Golden1.00" — Quarter
Glendale1.50" — Walnut
Cherry Creek (Denver)2.00" — Golf ball
Park Hill (Denver)1.75" — Golf ball
Stapleton/Central Park1.75" — Golf ball
Aurora (E-470 corridor)2.50" — Tennis ball
Aurora (Tower Rd)2.25" — Golf ball
Watkins area2.00" — Golf ball
SE of Aurora1.75" — Golf ball
NE Aurora1.50" — Walnut
Hampden Heights1.75" — Golf ball

Sources:NOAA Storm Events Database · NWS Boulder/Denver

Golden FAQ

Questions from Golden Homeowners

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

Do you service all of Golden?
Yes — Western Edge Exteriors serves every neighborhood in Golden and the surrounding Denver Metro area, including Golden, Lakewood, Arvada, Evergreen, Morrison, and more. We typically have same-week inspection availability, and our crews are experienced with Golden-specific permit and inspection workflows.
Who pulls the roofing permit in Golden?
In Golden, residential roofing permits go through City of Golden Building Division (303-384-8170). Permit fees are typically $150–$390. 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 Golden?
Golden has been impacted by multiple significant hail events in recent years, including May 30, 2024 — Denver Metro Hail Storm. 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 Golden?
Most Colorado homeowners policies cover hail damage to your roof under your dwelling coverage, regardless of where you live in Golden or Jefferson 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 Golden?
Most residential roof replacements in Golden run between $12,000 and $35,000+ depending on roof size, pitch, material, and how much decking repair is needed. Permit fees in Golden typically run $150–$390 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 Golden?
No. Under Colorado Senate Bill 12-038 (SB38), it's illegal anywhere in Colorado — including Golden — 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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