Golf ball-sized hail detected near Evans, CO on July 2, 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 11 miles west of downtown Evans, with one hail report logged across Weld County that day. At 2.5 inches, architectural asphalt shingles face probable functional damage — not just surface bruising. That means granule loss, cracked mat, and compromised weather resistance, not cosmetic denting that adjusters can argue away. Roofs older than 10–12 years are most vulnerable; newer installations with thicker mat construction may show less penetration but should still be inspected. The largest recorded event in this county reached 2.75 inches on June 17, 2025 — slightly larger than today's storm, but today's magnitude is well above any threshold that separates cosmetic from functional loss on standard shingles.
On a $326,300 home with a 2% deductible, you're looking at a $6,526 out-of-pocket baseline before insurance pays anything. Typical repair cost for a 2,000 square foot roof in this area runs $6,691, with the range landing between $5,474 and $7,908 depending on pitch, accessibility, and material pricing at the time of work. 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
Evans repair cost reference
Historical context
Among 56 documented hail events of 1 inch or larger in the Evans area over the past decade, this event ranks fifth by magnitude — a top-10 placement in a record large enough to carry weight. The county's largest recorded event was 2.75 inches on June 17, 2025. July historically produces 14 events per decade in this county, above the monthly average and second only to June's 16.
Storm system
Larimer County recorded 0.75-inch marble-sized hail the same day, suggesting a broader convective system moved through the Front Range corridor. The Evans strike was the more severe of the two.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs running 1–2 weeks, and storm chaser activity in Evans is assessed as low — most post-storm contractors here come in from Denver and other larger Colorado metros rather than opportunistic out-of-state crews. Colorado Senate Bill 38 (C.R.S. §§ 6-22-101 to 6-22-105) does not require a state roofing license, but it does require a written contract on any residential job over $1,000 with specific consumer protections built in. Before signing anything, confirm the contractor carries current general liability and workers' comp insurance and has a verifiable local business address.
Permits & building code
At 2.5 inches, full replacement is more likely than repair once an adjuster documents functional damage across a roof plane. In Evans, the contractor pulls the permit — expect a permit cost between $100 and $250, and a required inspection before the job is closed out. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Colorado insurers.
- 1Photograph your roof, gutters, downspouts, and any exterior surfaces — document everything before cleanup begins.
- 2Schedule a professional roof inspection with a licensed, insured contractor who has a verifiable local address.
- 3Contact your insurer to report potential damage and ask about your policy's claim process — repair costs at this hail size can clear a standard 2% deductible.
- 4Vet any contractor before signing: request proof of general liability insurance, workers' comp coverage, and a written contract as required under Colorado SB 38.
- 5Keep all receipts, inspection reports, and contractor communications in one file — you will need this paper trail if your claim is disputed.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Evans inspection
Hail size and location are based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data via SWDI; a full NWS written report is pending.