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Western Edge Exteriors
Lakewood roofing and exterior contractor
Serving Denver Metro, Colorado

Lakewood's Trusted Exterior Experts

From Green Mountain to Belmar, Lakewood homeowners need exterior work that holds up to Front Range weather. Roofing, painting, gutters, siding, and insurance restoration — all from one local team.

Why Lakewood Trusts Western Edge

Lakewood sits just west of Denver at the foot of the foothills, catching hail, wind, and the occasional chinook downdraft. The May 30, 2024 storm produced 1.25" hail across Lakewood — enough to damage shingles citywide. Lakewood's housing stock skews older than most of the metro, so roofs nearing end-of-life get hit hardest.

Lakewood had 1.25" hail across the city on May 30, 2024 — quarter-sized hail damages most asphalt shingles

5th largest city in Colorado with ~158,000 residents

Home stock is older than most of Denver metro — median ~50 years — meaning many roofs are at or past 15-20 year replacement cycles

Close to the foothills: chinook wind events and UV exposure are harder on west-metro homes than most of Denver

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–Nickel Quarter Half Dollar Golf Ball Tennis 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)
Centennial 2.25" (Golf ball)
All Reports:
Downtown Denver 1.50" — Walnut
Aurora (central) 2.50" — Tennis ball
Aurora (southeast) 2.75" — Baseball
Centennial 2.25" — Golf ball
Greenwood Village 2.00" — Golf ball
Englewood 1.75" — Golf ball
Littleton 1.75" — Golf ball
Cherry Hills 1.50" — Walnut
Lakewood 1.25" — Half dollar
Arvada 1.00" — Quarter
Westminster 1.00" — Quarter
Thornton 1.25" — Half dollar
Northglenn 1.00" — Quarter
Saddle Rock (Aurora) 2.50" — Tennis ball
Parker 2.25" — Golf ball
Castle Pines 2.00" — Golf ball
Highlands Ranch 1.75" — Golf ball
Lone Tree 2.00" — Golf ball
Morrison area 1.25" — Half dollar
Golden 1.00" — Quarter
Glendale 1.50" — Walnut
Cherry Creek (Denver) 2.00" — Golf ball
Park Hill (Denver) 1.75" — Golf ball
Stapleton/Central Park 1.75" — Golf ball
Aurora (E-470 corridor) 2.50" — Tennis ball
Aurora (Tower Rd) 2.25" — Golf ball
Watkins area 2.00" — Golf ball
SE of Aurora 1.75" — Golf ball
NE Aurora 1.50" — Walnut
Hampden Heights 1.75" — Golf ball

Sources: NOAA Storm Events Database · NWS Boulder/Denver

Lakewood FAQ

Questions from Lakewood Homeowners

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

Do you service all of Lakewood?
Yes — Western Edge Exteriors serves every neighborhood in Lakewood and the surrounding Denver Metro area, including Lakewood, Denver, Golden, Wheat Ridge, Edgewater, and more. We typically have same-week inspection availability, and our crews are experienced with Lakewood-specific permit and inspection workflows.
Who pulls the roofing permit in Lakewood?
In Lakewood, residential roofing permits go through Lakewood Community Resources / Building Division (303-987-7500). Permit fees are typically $130–$360. 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 Lakewood?
Lakewood 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 Lakewood?
Most Colorado homeowners policies cover hail damage to your roof under your dwelling coverage, regardless of where you live in Lakewood 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 Lakewood?
Most residential roof replacements in Lakewood run between $12,000 and $35,000+ depending on roof size, pitch, material, and how much decking repair is needed. Permit fees in Lakewood typically run $130–$360 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 Lakewood?
No. Under Colorado Senate Bill 12-038 (SB38), it's illegal anywhere in Colorado — including Lakewood — 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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