A metal roof is a good choice for a Security-Widefield home if you plan to stay long enough to benefit from its long life, want a roof that sheds snow and stands up to wind, and are comfortable paying more up front than for shingles. For hail resistance, choose a product tested to UL 2218 Class 4. If you expect to sell in a few years, an impact-rated architectural shingle is often the better value.
Why metal fits here
- Hail. Hail is a regular part of summer in El Paso County. Metal with a Class 4 impact rating resists punctures; cosmetic dents are still possible, so read the warranty and your policy on cosmetic damage. See Class 4 shingle comparisons for what the rating means.
- Wind. Panels and stone-coated steel lock or fasten together, so there are fewer loose edges to lift.
- Snow. Metal sheds snow, which reduces the weight that sits on the roof and the ice that builds at the eaves. Plan snow guards where sliding snow would land on people or lower roofs.
- Sun. Ask for the finish warranty on color and chalking; the sun is strong along the Front Range.
Which kind of metal
| System | Look | Good fit for |
|---|---|---|
| Standing seam | Clean vertical ribs, concealed fasteners | Ranch and modern homes, low-slope sections |
| Stone-coated steel | Shake, tile or shingle profile with a granule coating | Homeowners who want metal performance with a traditional look |
| Metal shingles | Individual interlocking pieces | Steeper roofs, HOA areas that prefer a shingle look |
Our Colorado Springs metal roofing page covers each system, and the metal roof cost guide explains what moves the price.
What PPRBD will check
Security-Widefield is in El Paso County, so the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department issues the permit and inspects the roof:
- A permit for any repair or replacement over 100 square feet, pulled by a licensed contractor.
- Plank decking with gaps of 1/4 inch or less, or new sheathing over it.
- No materials stocked on the driveway or roof before the permit is issued.
- Direct-to-deck metal shingles skip the mid-roof inspection; the final is still required.
- If you have solar, a Detach and Reset permit before the panels come off.
The City of Colorado Springs requires a Class A roof covering on homes inside city limits; ask your contractor what applies at your address, and ask for the fire rating of the specific metal system.
When shingles make more sense
- You plan to sell within a few years.
- The budget is fixed at the insurance settlement and the upgrade does not fit.
- The roof has many small facets, valleys and penetrations that drive metal labor up.
Choosing the installer
Metal is less forgiving of installation mistakes than shingles. Ask how many metal roofs the crew has installed nearby and who supervises. Read why a local contractor matters in Colorado Springs and how to evaluate a local roofing company. If the work will run into late fall, see repairing your roof before winter.
Integrity Roofing and Painting is veteran-owned and family-run since 1990, an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred contractor with 650+ Google reviews, at 115 N Union Blvd in Colorado Springs. Call (719) 488-2800 or book a free roof inspection; we reach out the same business day. Financing is available.
Sources: Pikes Peak Regional Building Department, Reroofing Guidelines (rev. 03/05/2024), Hail and Disaster Information and Licensing FAQ (jurisdiction). The cost range is from our own cost guide and is a planning figure, not a quote.
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