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Denver sits in a cold semi-arid climate (Köppen: BSk) with high elevation. That combo is nasty. UV exposure is stronger at altitude. Hailstorms are frequent and violent. Snow loads hit fast. Freeze–thaw cycles break seals. Wind uplift is common during winter storms. Asphalt here ages early. Hail speeds it up even more.
Advertised: 25 years
Denver reality: 10–15 years
Advertised: 30–40
Reality: 15–22
Actual: 20–30
Worth it in hail country.
Actual: 40–60
Hail dents it but rarely punctures it.
1 square = 100 sq ft
| Roofing Type | Cost per Square | 2,000 sq ft Roof |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Tab Asphalt | $550–$850 | $11,000–$17,000 |
| Architectural Asphalt | $750–$1,050 | $15,000–$21,000 |
| Impact-Resistant Shingles | $900–$1,300 | $18,000–$26,000 |
| Metal Roofing | $1,300–$2,000 | $26,000–$40,000 |
Cheap bids in Denver = no ice-and-water shield or low-end shingles.
Colorado doesn’t have a statewide roofing license, BUT…
Denver requires contractor licensing for roofing.
You also need:
Permit for roof replacement
Proper ice-and-water protection
Proof of impact-resistant materials if required by insurance
Run from anyone avoiding permits.
High winds lift poorly nailed shingles
Snow melt finds mistakes fast
Hail exposes weak spots
Insurance will deny DIY installs
Altitude sun cooks cheap underlayment
DIY works in dry climates. Not here.
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