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Johnstown roofing and exterior contractor
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Johnstown Roofing & Exterior Contractor

Johnstown sits between Loveland and Greeley on the NoCo growth corridor — catching storm cells from both directions. We handle roofing, painting, siding, gutters, and insurance restoration across Johnstown, Milliken, and the surrounding communities.

What Johnstown homes are up against

Johnstown sits in the storm track between Loveland and Greeley — impacted by the July 2023 regional hail event that produced $10M+ in claims in Larimer County. Johnstown's rapid growth corridor (particularly along I-25 near Thompson Parkway) means mostly new-build roofs with relatively young install dates, but even young roofs get totaled by Palmer-Divide-intensity hail.

Johnstown was in the regional storm track for the July 2023 Fort Collins / Larimer County hail event

~18,000 residents in a rapidly-growing Larimer/Weld boundary community

Fast growth along I-25 and Thompson Parkway — mostly new-build roofs

Larimer County permits for west Johnstown; Weld County for east; Town of Johnstown inspection

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–NickelQuarterHalf DollarGolf BallTennis 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 Loveland1.50" (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 Loveland1.50" — Walnut
Wellington1.25" — Half dollar
Timnath1.50" — Walnut
Windsor1.25" — Half dollar

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

Johnstown FAQ

Questions from Johnstown Homeowners

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

Do you service all of Johnstown?
Yes — Western Edge Exteriors serves every neighborhood in Johnstown and the surrounding Northern Colorado area, including Johnstown, Milliken, Loveland, Windsor, Berthoud, and more. We typically have same-week inspection availability, and our crews are experienced with Johnstown-specific permit and inspection workflows.
Who pulls the roofing permit in Johnstown?
In Johnstown, residential roofing permits go through Town of Johnstown Building Division (970-587-4664). Permit fees are typically $140–$380. 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 Johnstown?
Johnstown 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 Johnstown?
Most Colorado homeowners policies cover hail damage to your roof under your dwelling coverage, regardless of where you live in Johnstown or Larimer / Weld 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 Johnstown?
Most residential roof replacements in Johnstown run between $12,000 and $35,000+ depending on roof size, pitch, material, and how much decking repair is needed. Permit fees in Johnstown typically run $140–$380 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 Johnstown?
No. Under Colorado Senate Bill 12-038 (SB38), it's illegal anywhere in Colorado — including Johnstown — 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 Johnstown and the surrounding communities.

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