Falcon, CO · El Paso County
Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement in Falcon
The short answer
Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement in Falcon, CO: Complete tear-off and replacement with the whole scope written before you sign, including what happens if the decking underneath is bad.
- What it costs
- Priced per square with pitch, layers, decking condition and complexity as the variables. On an insurance claim your out-of-pocket is generally the deductible plus any upgrades you choose.
- What is included
- Complete tear-off to the deck, all layers; Decking inspection with a written per-sheet price agreed in advance; Ice and water shield at eaves, valleys and penetrations; Synthetic underlayment, new flashing, boots and ventilation; Class 4 impact-resistant options and what they do to your premium; Permit pulled, inspections scheduled and met.
- Where we work
- Falcon and the surrounding El Paso County, including Meridian Ranch, Woodmen Hills, Latigo Trails.
- Getting a quote
- Free and no obligation. Call (719) 963-7440 or request a quote online.
The two things that separate roof replacement quotes are almost never the shingle. They are whether the old roof comes fully off, and what happens when the decking underneath turns out to be rotten. A quote that does not address decking replacement in writing is a quote that will grow after the tear-off, and by then you have no leverage.
What this means in Falcon specifically
Hail exposure here
Open plains east of the Springs with no terrain to break storms. Falcon and Meridian Ranch take direct hail with regularity, and because the housing stock went up largely in one wave through the 2000s and 2010s, whole neighborhoods reach hail-damaged condition at the same time. Insurance claim activity here is heavy and adjusters know the area well.
What the roofs are like here
Builder-grade architectural asphalt across large 2000s and 2010s subdivisions, mostly simple gable and hip forms on generous footprints. Simple geometry keeps replacement cost per square reasonable, but the uniform build age means the whole area is entering replacement together.
Snow load and ice damming
Snow tends to blow rather than accumulate. Drifting against parapets, valleys and north-facing slopes causes uneven load and localised ice damming, while adjacent exposed sections stay bare.
Wind exposure
The most wind-exposed part of our service area. No windbreak in any direction, and sustained wind is the dominant force on these roofs. Shingle uplift at rakes and ridges is routine, and roofs here age visibly faster on the windward side.
Falcon sits at approximately 6,900 feet.
What is included
- Complete tear-off to the deck, all layers
- Decking inspection with a written per-sheet price agreed in advance
- Ice and water shield at eaves, valleys and penetrations
- Synthetic underlayment, new flashing, boots and ventilation
- Class 4 impact-resistant options and what they do to your premium
- Permit pulled, inspections scheduled and met
How we do it
- 1
Measure and write the scope
Squares, pitch, layers, penetrations, ventilation and flashing, all written down. You approve a document, not a number.
- 2
Tear off completely
Every layer to the deck. Roofing over an existing layer is cheaper and hides exactly what you need to see.
- 3
Inspect and replace decking
Soft or delaminated sheets replaced at the per-sheet price agreed before we started. You see the bad decking before it is covered.
- 4
Underlayment and flashing
Ice and water shield past the wall line at eaves, in valleys and around penetrations. New step and counter flashing rather than reusing the old.
- 5
Install, ventilate, inspect
Shingles to manufacturer specification, balanced intake and exhaust ventilation, then municipal inspection before final payment.
What it costs
Priced per square with pitch, layers, decking condition and complexity as the variables. On an insurance claim your out-of-pocket is generally the deductible plus any upgrades you choose.
We quote Falcon properties before starting, and the number you hear is the number you pay. If something on site changes the scope, you hear about it before we do the work rather than on the invoice.
Neighborhoods we serve in Falcon
Meridian Ranch, Woodmen Hills, Latigo Trails, and everywhere else in Falcon.
Shingle Replacement questions from Falcon
What are Class 4 shingles and are they worth it?
Class 4 is the top impact-resistance rating under UL 2218, tested against steel balls dropped to simulate hail. In a hail-prone region most carriers offer a premium discount for them, which is the real question: ask your agent what the discount is and how many years it takes to repay the upgrade. In this region it is frequently worth it, but the math depends on your carrier.
Do I need to replace the decking?
Only where it has failed, and you cannot know until the old roof is off. What matters is that the per-sheet price is agreed in writing beforehand. A contractor who leaves that number open has every incentive to find problems.
How long does it take?
Most residential roofs are one to two days for the roofing itself. Complex rooflines, steep pitch, or significant decking replacement extend it. Weather is the main variable in this climate.
Should I go over the existing roof to save money?
No. It hides decking condition, adds weight, shortens the life of the new shingles by trapping heat, and makes the next replacement more expensive. Code limits layers anyway. The saving is small and it is borrowed from your future.
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Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement in Falcon
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