Common Roofing Issues and Code Requirements in Frederick, CO

Autor: Dan Stout | 17 de enero de 2025

Located about 20 miles north of Denver, the town of Frederick, CO offers a balance of small-town living and bustling community. And with a population base that's increased almost 800% in the past 20 years, it also offers roofers abundant opportunities for installations and maintenance or repairs.

If you're tackling roofing issues in Frederick, you'll likely be familiar with the most common choices in roof materials, but you may not be aware of the local requirements. Here, we'll dive into the highlights of both the craft and the code of roofing in Frederick, to help you best serve your customers.

Roofing Issues in Frederick, CO

Although Frederick doesn't typically face extreme temperatures, it is regularly confronted with heavy rainfall, high winds and hail. The viral hailstorm of May 2024 even brought hailstones the size of DVDs.

With all these potential hazards, quality materials combined with a skilled installation are essential to avoid serious issues such as moisture, leaks and flashing failure.

Some roofing issues can be spotted from the street, including:

• Ice dams
• Curled or lifted shingles
• Animal activity

Of course, there's no substitute for actually getting on a roof and looking around, especially when it comes to identifying issues that need a closer look, such as:

• Hail damage
• Soft/spongy areas

Lastly, you'll need to speak to the homeowners to learn about harder-to-see issues including:

• Interior leaks
• Water stains

Handling Roof Repairs in Frederick, CO

Roofing maintenance and repairs in Frederick are similar to those in nearby areas. Non-emergency repairs are best done outside the winter months, when the roof is more visible and can be accessed without the risk of slipping on snow-covered slopes.

Note that in Frederick, if the repair would involve more than 100 square feet of roof, you'll need to perform a complete re-roof instead. This is a particularly important distinction for roofers accustomed to Denver's guideline of the smaller of 10% or two squares.

Code Requirements in Frederick, CO

In the town of Frederick, all contractors are required to hold a license, and all roof replacements require a permit.

As of January 2024, a mid-roof inspection is required for all roofing installations and re-roofs. For the mid-roof inspection, all existing shingles, underlayment and drip edge need to be fully removed, and all new underlayment and ice and water shields need to be in place. Always wait until your mid-roof inspection has passed before you lay down a single shingle. If there are any shingles installed before the mid-roof inspection, it will result in an automatic failure, and all new shingles will need to be removed prior to the re-inspection. (Also, it's the contractor's responsibility to have a ladder on site for the inspector's use.)

Material requirements in Frederick include:

Ice and water barrier shall be installed on all roofs.

115 mph, 3-second gust roofing materials covered by manufacturer's warranty. (This differs from requirements in Denver, which encompasses three separate zones.)

Drip edge is required on both gutter and rake edges.

To ensure you have the most up-to-date information before you start your project, check the Frederick building department's website. It's easy to hop online and make sure you're following the appropriate procedure.

Stay Up to Date

Want to keep up on the latest changes in code and requirements, and make sure you have the right roofing materials for your project? Reach out to your local Beacon roofing supplier to get expert guidance on any question. You'll find the right materials and a wealth of knowledge about the specific needs of Frederick and the surrounding areas in Weld County.