Storm event · Douglas County, Colorado
Hail damage in Franktown, CO on Jul 4, 2019
On Jul 4, 2019, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Franktown, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Franktown has 9 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 48/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 4, 2019 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 2019 | 1.25" | Franktown, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Franktown on Jul 4, 2019).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jul 4, 2019, up to 1.25") for your address, which is the evidence adjusters look for. A confirmed 1"+ hail event on your roof, paired with an inspection, is what turns a claim into an approval.
Common questions
Did it hail in Franktown, CO on Jul 4, 2019?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Franktown on Jul 4, 2019. It's one of 9 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Franktown on Jul 4, 2019 measured 1.25". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; sizes near 1.25" can still cause damage worth documenting.
Can I still file a claim for the Jul 4, 2019 storm?
Often yes. Most Colorado policies allow hail claims for a window after the storm (commonly up to a year), subject to your policy. A claim is far stronger when you document the exact date (Jul 4, 2019) and hail size (1.25") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Colorado?
Most Colorado homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Jul 4, 2019 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Franktown, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.