Golf ball-sized hail detected near Evans, CO on June 20, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Evans monitoring area. Actual impact can vary by neighborhood, so nearby homes should use this as a signal to check roofs, gutters, siding, and vehicles.
Damage assessment
The radar-confirmed strike landed approximately 8 miles north of downtown Evans — one report was logged across Weld County that day. At 2.25 inches, architectural asphalt shingles are at high risk of functional damage: granule loss, cracked tabs, and exposed mat are all likely, not just cosmetic bruising. Roofs older than 10–15 years are more vulnerable because aged shingles have less elasticity and lower impact resistance. Weld County's largest recorded event reached 2.75 inches on June 17, 2025, which is the county benchmark for severe functional loss — this event is one step below that threshold but still well into territory where a professional inspection is warranted.
On a home valued at $326,300 with a 2% deductible, the threshold to clear is roughly $6,526 out of pocket. Typical repair cost for a 2,000 square foot roof in this area runs $6,584, with the range spanning $5,387 to $7,781 depending on slope, accessibility, and material cost at time of repair. Get a professional inspection before making any insurance decisions.
At these numbers, the typical repair cost exceeds a standard 2% deductible. Contact your insurer — damage at this level is likely worth filing before you pay out of pocket.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Evans inspection
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Historical context
With 56 hail events of 1 inch or greater recorded in Weld County over the past decade, this event ranks 6th by magnitude — a measurable position in a well-documented record. The county's largest event was 2.75 inches on June 17, 2025. June historically accounts for 16 of those events, making it the peak month and placing this storm squarely within the most active window for the area.
Storm system
Half-dollar-sized hail (1.25 inches) was reported the same day near Laramie, Wyoming, suggesting a broader storm system moving through the region rather than an isolated cell.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs of 1–2 weeks in the Evans market, which is relatively short compared to post-major-storm conditions in larger metro areas. Storm chaser risk is rated low for this market, with most contractors serving Evans from Colorado's larger metro areas. Colorado does not issue a state roofing license, but Senate Bill 38 (C.R.S. §§ 6-22-101 to 6-22-105) requires a written contract on all residential jobs over $1,000 that includes specific consumer protections. Before signing anything, confirm the contractor carries current general liability and workers' compensation insurance and has a verifiable local business address.
Permits & building code
At 2.25 inches, full replacement is a realistic outcome on older roofs — repair may suffice on newer ones, but that determination requires an in-person inspection. Permits in Evans are contractor-pulled, inspection is required, and permit costs typically run $100–$250. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Colorado insurers.
- 1Document roof, gutters, downspouts, siding, and any skylights with dated photos before conditions change.
- 2Schedule a professional roof inspection with a licensed, insured contractor — get the findings in writing.
- 3Contact your insurer to report potential damage and ask about your policy's inspection and claim process.
- 4Verify any contractor's general liability and workers' compensation coverage before allowing them on the roof.
- 5Keep all inspection reports, estimates, and correspondence in one file in case the claim process extends over multiple months.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Evans inspection
Hail data for this event is sourced from NOAA NEXRAD radar (SWDI) and is radar-confirmed, with a full NWS write-up pending.