Golf ball-sized hail hit downtown Denver at 1:07 PM today. The storm tracked southwest to northeast through the heart of the city. Your roof took direct hits. Here is what to do in the next 48 hours.
Call (720) 702-1572 for a Free Post-Storm InspectionAt approximately 1:07 PM on Monday, June 1, 2026, a severe thunderstorm dropped 1 to 2 inch hailstones across downtown Denver. The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for multiple parts of the metro area in the early afternoon. The storm brought hail ranging from quarter-sized to golf ball-sized, strong winds, and heavy rain. Denver International Airport issued a ground stop affecting departing and arriving flights. Flash flood warnings followed for parts of the city.
The storm tracked southwest to northeast, cutting directly through the core of downtown Denver. Hail piled up on streets, stripped leaves from trees, and created slushy road conditions. Drivers pulled over to wait out the worst of the impact. The most intense hail lasted approximately 10 minutes, but the damage to roofs, vehicles, gutters, and siding across the storm path is significant.
If you live or own property in the affected zone, your roof absorbed golf ball-sized hailstones at terminal velocity. At Denver's altitude of 5,280 feet, thinner air means hailstones maintain higher speed during their fall. The impact force on your roof is greater here than at sea level. Here is which neighborhoods were hit, how hard, and what you need to do right now.
Your Roof Took Hail Today. Get It Inspected This Week.
Mighty Dog Roofing is scheduling free post-storm inspections across downtown Denver right now. We get on your roof, document every impact point with dated photos, and provide a written report for your insurance claim. Do not wait for a leak. Do not wait for a door-knocker.
Call (720) 702-1572 NowWhich Neighborhoods Were Hit and How Hard
Based on the storm track, radar data, and ground reports, here is the impact breakdown by neighborhood. The storm moved from southwest to northeast. Neighborhoods in the center of the track absorbed the largest hailstones and the longest duration of impact.
Five Points, Lower Highland, Central Business District, Clement, Uptown
These neighborhoods sat in the direct center of the storm track. They absorbed the largest hailstones (1.5 to 2 inches) for the longest duration. Roofs in Five Points along Welton Street, Lawrence Street, and the Curtis Park area took sustained hits. Lower Highland (LoHi) properties along 32nd Avenue and Tejon Street were in the path. The Central Business District from 16th Street Mall through Larimer Square absorbed heavy hail. Uptown along 17th Avenue and Humboldt Street saw some of the first reported hail at 1:07 PM. Expect significant granule loss, cracked shingles, dented gutters, damaged HVAC units, and potential underlayment exposure on south-facing and west-facing roof slopes.
Sloan's Lake, West Colfax, Auraria, Capitol Hill, La Alma-Lincoln Park
These neighborhoods were on the southern and western edges of the storm track. They absorbed 1 to 1.5 inch hailstones for a shorter duration. Sloan's Lake properties along Stuart Street and Sheridan Boulevard took moderate hits. West Colfax along the Colfax corridor absorbed hail as the storm tracked through. Auraria near the campus area was in the path. Capitol Hill along Broadway and the areas between Colfax and 6th Avenue saw moderate hail. La Alma-Lincoln Park took edge-of-track impact. Expect granule loss, bruised shingles, dented gutters, and damaged window screens. Bruised shingles are invisible from the ground but fail over 6 to 18 months.
Quality Hill, Sun Valley, Villa Park, Sandown, East to Aurora
These neighborhoods were on the outer edges of the storm path. They absorbed smaller hailstones (quarter-sized to 1 inch) for shorter bursts. Damage is lighter but not absent. Smaller hailstones still strip granules and bruise asphalt shingles. At Denver's altitude, even 1-inch hail impacts with enough force to compromise sealant strips and loosen granules. Properties in these areas should check for dented gutters, granules in downspouts, and cracked window screens as initial indicators.
A 2-inch hailstone falls at approximately 44 mph. At Denver's altitude, thinner air provides less drag, so hailstones reach your roof at higher velocity than the same stone at sea level. The impact force on your shingles, gutters, and flashing is greater here than in lower-elevation cities. Do not assume your roof is fine because it "looked okay from the ground." Most hail damage is invisible from ground level.
What to Do in the Next 48 Hours
Document Damage From the Ground Today
Walk the perimeter of your property right now. Photograph everything with timestamps. Check your gutters and downspouts for granule buildup (dark, sandy material). Check your AC condenser for dents. Check window screens on the west-facing and south-facing sides for tears and punctures. Check for shingles, ridge cap pieces, or roofing debris on the ground. Check metal patio furniture, mailboxes, and vehicles for dent patterns. Every dented surface on your property tells you the size and force of hail that hit your roof.
Do Not Climb on Your Roof
Your roof is wet. It has loose granules and debris on the surface. Damaged shingles shift underfoot. Do not go up there. Photograph from the ground and from upper-story windows. Use binoculars to check for visible damage to ridge vents, pipe boots, and flashing. Leave the roof-level inspection to a licensed professional.
Check Inside for Leaks
Walk through upper-floor rooms. Check ceilings and walls for water stains, damp spots, peeling paint, or active drips. Check your attic if it is safely accessible. Look for daylight showing through, wet insulation, or water on the attic floor. If water is actively entering your home, place buckets under drips and move belongings away from the affected area. Call (720) 702-1572 for emergency service.
Schedule a Professional Inspection This Week
Call a licensed Denver roofing contractor for a professional inspection within one to two weeks of today's storm. Early inspection gives the clearest evidence before weathering masks impact patterns. Your contractor gets on the roof, press-tests for bruising, documents every impact point with dated photos, and provides a written report your insurance company accepts. Mighty Dog Roofing of Downtown Denver carries a Specialty Class D Roof Covering/Waterproofing license. We are scheduling post-storm inspections across the affected zone right now.
File Your Insurance Claim With Documentation in Hand
Do not file your claim before your contractor inspects. Filing without professional documentation allows the adjuster to write the initial scope without your input. Have your contractor inspect first, document the damage, and then file with that report in hand. Your contractor should attend the adjuster's visit to identify damage the adjuster might miss. Most Colorado policies require filing within 12 to 24 months of the storm event. The Colorado Division of Insurance provides resources for homeowners navigating weather-related claims.
Do Not Sign Anything From a Door-Knocker
Out-of-state storm chasers will flood downtown Denver neighborhoods within 48 to 72 hours of today's storm. They knock on doors, claim to see damage, and pressure you to sign a contract on the spot. Do not sign. Do not let them on your roof unsupervised. Waiving your insurance deductible is illegal in Colorado under C.R.S. 6-22-105. The Colorado Roofing Association identifies unsolicited post-storm solicitation as the primary warning sign for storm chaser activity. Work with a licensed, local Denver contractor.
We Are Scheduling Post-Storm Inspections Right Now
Mighty Dog Roofing is on the ground in downtown Denver. We are booking free inspections this week for homeowners and building owners in Five Points, LoHi, Capitol Hill, Uptown, Sloan's Lake, and the Central Business District. Every inspection includes dated photos and a written report.
Call (720) 702-1572Commercial Building Owners in the Storm Path
The June 1 storm tracked directly through Denver's Central Business District. Office buildings, retail spaces, restaurants, and mixed-use properties along the 16th Street Mall, Larimer Square, and the LoDo/Lower Highland corridor absorbed heavy hail. Commercial flat and low-slope roofs face specific risks from today's storm.
Check Drains Immediately
Heavy hail strips leaves and debris from trees. That debris washes onto your commercial roof and clogs drain strainers. A clogged drain on a 15,000 square foot roof during the next thunderstorm leads to ponding, structural stress, and potential interior flooding. Clear your drains now. Denver's afternoon thunderstorms arrive fast. Another storm this week is not unusual during June.
Inspect HVAC Curb Flashings
Hailstones dent rooftop equipment and stress the flashings around HVAC curbs. A dented condenser unit shifts on its platform and compresses the membrane beneath it. Check every rooftop unit for dents and displacement. Check all four sides of every curb flashing for pulling or separation.
Document for Your Commercial Insurance Claim
Commercial policies often use percentage-based deductibles for wind and hail, typically 1 to 5 percent of your building's Coverage A value. On a commercial building insured for $2 million, a 2 percent hail deductible is $40,000 out of pocket. Get a professional inspection before filing. Have your contractor attend the adjuster's visit. File supplements for missed items. Supplements increase commercial claim payouts by 15 to 30 percent on average.
What to Expect This Week in Denver
Storm Chasers Will Arrive Within 48 to 72 Hours
By Wednesday or Thursday, out-of-state trucks with out-of-state plates will be canvassing every affected neighborhood. They knock on doors. They offer free inspections. They pressure you to sign. Do not engage. Take their card if offered and research them later. Verify Denver licensing with Community Planning and Development. If they do not have a Denver Specialty Class D license, they are not authorized to pull permits in this city.
Contractor Schedules Will Fill Fast
After every major Denver hail event, local contractor schedules fill within days. Inspection wait times stretch from one week to one month or more. Calling today puts you at the front of the line. Calling next month puts you behind thousands of other homeowners who acted first.
Another Storm This Week Is Possible
June is Denver's most active month for severe weather. The National Weather Service forecasts the Front Range throughout storm season. Today's storm is the beginning of peak hail season, not the end. If your roof is already damaged from today's storm, the next hail event hits a weakened surface. The damage compounds. Get inspected before the next storm adds to the problem.
Most Colorado homeowner policies require filing a hail damage claim within 12 to 24 months of the storm event. Bruised shingles from today's storm fail 6 to 18 months from now. If you wait for a leak, your filing window shrinks. Get inspected this week. Document the damage while it is fresh. File your claim from a position of strength, not from the position of a homeowner with a ceiling leak and a closing deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions About the June 1 Denver Hail Storm
Your Roof Took Hail Today. Get It Inspected Before the Next Storm.
Mighty Dog Roofing of Downtown Denver is scheduling free post-storm inspections across every affected neighborhood. Five Points, LoHi, Capitol Hill, Uptown, Sloan's Lake, CBD, West Colfax, Auraria. We get on your roof, document the damage, and give you a written report. Call now before the schedule fills.
Call (720) 702-1572 NowMighty Dog Roofing of Downtown Denver provides post-storm inspections, emergency repairs, and insurance claim support across the Denver metro area. Learn more about our Denver roofing services or call (720) 702-1572 to schedule your free post-storm inspection today.
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