Cimarron Hills
roofing services.

Many homes built in the 1970s and 1980s are now 40-50 years old. While the structures are generally sound — the dimensional lumber used in that era was often higher quality than modern engineered alternatives — we inspect decking, trusses, fascia, and ventilation during every tear-off. Decking replacement is more common in Cimarron Hills than in newer developments because the original plywood or OSB has been exposed to decades of moisture cycling, heat, and the stress of multiple re-roofs. We frequently find areas of soft or delaminated decking that are invisible until the old shingles come off.

Yes. Without an HOA architectural review board, you have complete freedom in choosing roofing materials, colors, and profiles — there is no committee approval process, no waiting period, and no restrictions on what products you can use. This can save 2-4 weeks compared to HOA-governed communities. You still need an El Paso County building permit, which we pull as part of every project. The practical benefit is that you can choose the best product for your home's specific needs without compromise.

Cimarron Hills shares essentially the same eastern storm exposure as the northeast corridor — flat terrain with no natural buffer against approaching storms. It sits at approximately the same elevation (6,200 feet) and catches the same storm systems that hit Stetson Hills and the Powers corridor. The June and August 2018 storms alone caused over $340 million in combined insured losses across the eastern metro, and Cimarron Hills was directly in the path of both events. Impact-resistant Class 4 shingles are a sound investment here, and they may qualify for insurance premium discounts that offset the higher upfront cost.

We always recommend a full tear-off to bare decking, and on Cimarron Hills homes this is especially important. Many homes in this area have had two or three overlay cycles — each one adding weight, trapping moisture, and masking damage to the decking underneath. A proper tear-off lets us inspect and replace damaged decking, upgrade underlayment to modern synthetic products, improve ventilation, and ensure the new roof starts on a solid foundation. El Paso County code requires tear-off when two or more layers are present, and we follow this practice regardless.

Yes. Cimarron Hills is within our core service zone, just 10 minutes from our base. We understand the common construction types — the 1970s-1980s ranch homes and split-levels that make up the majority of the housing stock — and the typical issues we encounter: multiple overlay layers, outdated ventilation, aging decking, and the accumulated effects of decades of hail exposure at altitude. We approach Cimarron Hills projects with the thoroughness that older homes require.

Request a professional roof inspection before closing. Many Cimarron Hills homes have changed hands multiple times — particularly those near Peterson SFB where military PCS rotations create frequent turnover — and roofs sometimes go uninspected between owners. A roof that looks acceptable from the ground may have significant hidden issues: degraded underlayment, soft decking, worn sealant strips, or prior storm damage that was cosmetically patched rather than properly repaired. A free inspection from us before you buy can identify these issues and give you negotiating leverage or realistic budgeting for a near-term replacement.

Indirectly, yes. The base creates a community with higher-than-average housing turnover due to military PCS rotations, which means homes change hands every 2-4 years and roofs can go uninspected between owners. Military families are generally familiar with insurance claims processes, which helps when storm damage occurs. We work with many military families in the area and can accommodate PCS timelines when sellers need roof work completed quickly before a move.