Baseball-sized hail detected near Pueblo, CO on September 9, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Pueblo 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 17 miles west of downtown Pueblo, with one hail report logged countywide that day. At 2.75 inches, hail this size causes functional damage to standard architectural asphalt shingles — not just cosmetic bruising. Granule loss, cracked tabs, and compromised waterproofing are all on the table, particularly on roofs older than 10 years. The county's largest recorded event reached 3 inches on July 13, 2023, so this storm is broadly comparable in force.
On a $230,900 home with a 2% deductible, the out-of-pocket threshold is roughly $4,618 before insurance contributes. Typical repair cost for a 2,000 square foot roof runs $6,497, with a range of $5,316 to $7,679 depending on damage extent and materials. 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 Pueblo inspection
Pueblo repair cost reference
Historical context
Among 86 recorded hail events of 1 inch or greater in Pueblo County over the past 10 years, this event ranks 6th by magnitude. The largest on record is a 3-inch event from July 13, 2023. September is historically quiet here — no events at or above 1 inch in September over the past decade — making this storm an outlier.
Storm system
This was not an isolated cell. Fremont County recorded 2.5-inch golf ball-sized hail the same day, suggesting a broader storm system moved through the region.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs running 2 to 4 weeks in the Pueblo market. The intake assessment rates storm chaser risk as moderate, consistent with what the city sees after any notable regional event — out-of-area crews move in when local capacity is stretched. Colorado does not license roofers at the state level, but Colorado 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. Before signing anything, confirm the contractor carries current general liability and workers' comp, has a verifiable local address, and understand that under C.R.S. § 6-22-105, any contractor who offers to cover your deductible is breaking the law — and so are you if you accept.
Permits & building code
At 2.75 inches, full roof replacement is a realistic outcome for older asphalt shingle roofs rather than spot repair. The contractor pulls the permit in Pueblo, permit costs typically run $150 to $350, and an inspection is required before the work is considered closed. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Colorado insurers.
- 1Photograph the roof, gutters, downspouts, and any exterior damage from ground level before anything is disturbed.
- 2Schedule a professional roof inspection with a licensed, locally-established contractor — get the findings in writing.
- 3Contact your insurer to report potential damage and ask about your policy's claim process and any applicable deadlines.
- 4Before signing any contract, verify the contractor's general liability and workers' comp certificates and confirm a local business address.
- 5Keep all receipts, estimates, and written communications in one file — you will need them if a claim or dispute arises.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Pueblo inspection
Hail size and location are based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data via SWDI; a full NWS written confirmation is pending.