Ping pong-sized hail detected near Evans, CO on July 10, 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-indicated strike point fell approximately 19 miles southeast of downtown Evans, and Weld County logged one hail report countywide that day. At 1.5 inches, architectural asphalt shingles — the dominant material in Evans — are at the threshold where functional damage becomes likely: granule loss, cracked tabs, and bruising that accelerates water infiltration. Shingles already past the 15-year mark are most vulnerable; newer roofs may show cosmetic damage that doesn't immediately compromise the system. The county's largest recorded event reached 2.75 inches in June 2025, which is well above what hit on July 10.
On a home at the Evans median value of $326,300, a 2% deductible works out to roughly $6,526. Typical repair cost for a 2,000 square foot roof runs $6,691, with the range spanning $5,474 to $7,908 depending on slope, access, and material costs. 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 hail events of 1 inch or greater recorded in the Evans area over the past decade, this event ranks 19th by magnitude — solidly mid-tier. The county's largest event on record was 2.75 inches on June 17, 2025, a threshold associated with functional loss across all shingle types. July historically produces 14 events per year in this county, putting it above average and second only to June's 16-event peak.
Storm system
The July 10 system was not isolated to Evans — same-day radar returns showed hail near Laramie and Albany in Wyoming and near Denver and El Paso County in Colorado, suggesting a broad convective pattern tracking across the Front Range corridor.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows a current backlog of 1–2 weeks, which is manageable. The storm chaser risk for Evans is assessed as low, though the intake data notes that most post-storm capacity arrives from contractors based in larger Colorado metros. 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 residential jobs over $1,000 with specific consumer protections built in — demand it before work begins. Verify general liability coverage, workers' compensation, and a verifiable local business address before signing anything.
Permits & building code
At 1.5 inches, outcomes split between repair and full replacement depending on shingle age and pre-existing condition — a licensed inspector's assessment drives that call. Evans requires a contractor-pulled permit ($100–$250) and a post-work inspection, so confirm your contractor handles both before the job starts. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Colorado insurers.
- 1Photograph your roof and any visible damage from ground level — date-stamp every image.
- 2Schedule a professional roof inspection with a licensed, insured contractor before authorizing any work.
- 3Contact your insurer to report potential damage and ask about your policy's claim process and documentation requirements.
- 4Request written proof of general liability and workers' compensation from any contractor before signing a contract.
- 5Keep all estimates, contracts, and correspondence in a single folder — you'll need the paper trail if a dispute arises.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Evans inspection
Hail magnitude and location are based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data via SWDI; a full NWS ground-truth write-up is pending.