Questions to Ask Your Roofer After a Hailstorm (and What to Watch For)

Roofer showing a Brighton, Colorado homeowner photos of hail damage on their roof after a storm

If you live along Colorado’s Front Range, you know the sound: that sudden drumroll on the roof that sends everyone to the window. Now the storm has passed, the ice in the driveway is melting, and you have a roofer coming out, or one has already been up there. What happens next matters, and knowing […]

How to Avoid Roofing Scams in Colorado: What FOX21 Featured Us Saying

Watchdog Roofing featured on FOX21 News warning about Colorado roofing scams

Quick Answer The biggest threat after a Colorado hailstorm often isn’t the storm — it’s the roofing scams that follow. Watch for high-pressure “sign today” tactics, out-of-state plates, and “we’ll cover your deductible” offers (which are illegal in Colorado). Before signing anything, verify the contractor’s Colorado license, real local address, and insurance. Acting reasonably quickly […]

5 Mistakes Homeowners Make After a Storm (And How to Avoid Them)

Colorado home after a hailstorm with debris in the yard

Quick Answer The costliest storm-damage mistakes happen in the first few days: climbing on the roof yourself, signing with the first storm chaser, waiting too long to get inspected, not documenting damage before repairs, and accepting an estimate without question. Stay off the roof, get a professional photo-documented inspection, and don’t sign under pressure. We […]

How to Spot Hail Damage on Your Roof (A Colorado Homeowner’s Guide)

AI-generated image of a close-up shingle with visible hail dents and granule loss, ideally with a Colorado sky in background.

Quick Answer Hail damage often hides in plain sight — the worst damage frequently isn’t visible from the ground. Look for bruised or dented shingles, granule loss (check gutters and downspouts), cracked or missing shingles, and dents on vents, flashing, and gutters. Because even subtle damage shortens roof life and can affect a claim, a […]

What to Do After a Hailstorm in Colorado: A Homeowner’s First 48 Hours

Large hailstones on a Colorado lawn after a summer thunderstorm.

Quick Answer After a Colorado hailstorm, the first 48 hours matter. Check for interior leaks, photograph any visible damage and note the storm date, and schedule a professional roof inspection — but don’t sign with the first crew that knocks. Most hail damage isn’t obvious from the ground, so professional, photo-documented findings are what protect […]

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