Service area · Lakemont
Lakemont on Loveland's west side is really two neighborhoods sharing a name: established homes from the 1970s, and newer sections built mostly in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Same storms, very different roofs.
Why it matters here
Because a 1970s split-level and a 2010 two-story have almost nothing in common above the ceiling. Knowing which half of Lakemont you live in tells a roofer what to expect.
The older homes, many built in the 1970s near Mehaffey Park, have been through several roofs already. By now most have been reshingled at least once, sometimes as an overlay. Split-levels and raised ranches from that era have multiple roof planes at different heights, and the joints where a lower roof meets the wall of a higher one need step flashing and kick-out flashing that older installs often skipped. Attics in these homes may also have less insulation and ventilation than modern standards call for.
The newer Lakemont sections are a different story. Homes built in the late 2000s and early 2010s are mostly still on their first roof, and the questions are about hail history, builder-grade materials and, in some areas, HOA guidelines. Some of the older parts have no HOA at all, so the rules can change from one street to the next. For a citywide view of how weather wears roofs down, see our page on roof help across Loveland.
Either way, the west side sits closer to the foothills than most of town, so wind is part of the picture for both generations of homes.
The mix also affects what a fair quote looks like. A full replacement on a 1970s home often includes decking repairs, new flashing at every wall joint and ventilation upgrades, while a newer home may need little more than shingles, underlayment and new boots. Comparing your quote with a neighbor's only makes sense if your houses come from the same era, so ask any roofer to explain which items they found on your roof and why each one is needed.
1970s split-levels with stacked roof planes.
Newer sections on their first roof.
HOA rules that vary street to street.
West-side wind on exposed slopes.
Top services
The most common jobs split along the same line as the homes: older houses need flashing and full replacements, newer ones need storm checks.
Where a lower roof meets a taller wall, missing or worn step and kick-out flashing sends water behind the siding. A targeted roof repair that rebuilds those joints solves many of the leaks seen on split-level homes.
On a 1970s home with a tired second or third roof, replacement is the moment to tear off to the deck, add ice and water shield at the eaves, and fix ventilation, rather than layering over problems.
First roofs from the late 2000s have been through many storm seasons. A post-storm look with photos tells you whether there is damage worth documenting before it turns into a leak.
Lifted tabs and loose ridge caps after a windy stretch are common on the west side. Replacing and hand-sealing them quickly stops the damage spreading along the row.
Local checklist
Start by figuring out which kind of Lakemont home you have; it shapes everything else.
On a split-level, check the siding just below where each lower roof meets a wall. Stains, swelling or peeling paint there usually point to missing kick-out flashing.
Nearby areas
We also serve the neighborhoods between Lakemont and the foothills, and back toward the lake.
Closer to the foothills, larger homes with complex rooflines face stronger wind. Mariana Butte roofing focuses on wind repairs and premium materials.
Toward the center of town, mid-century ranches surround the lake. Roofing around Lake Loveland means low-slope roofs, layered shingles and attic upgrades.
Local FAQ
Usually because step flashing along the wall is worn or was never layered correctly, or a kick-out flashing is missing at the bottom. Water runs behind the siding instead of into the gutter. Rebuilding that flashing is the fix.
No. Some older parts have no HOA, while newer sections may have guidelines on roofing products and colors. Check your own closing documents rather than relying on a neighbor's.
Not worry, but check. A first roof that has seen several hail seasons can carry undocumented damage. An inspection after a notable storm gives you a clear record either way.
Yes, during a full replacement. The decking may need repairs first, and the job is a good time to improve ventilation and add ice and water shield along the eaves.
The west side of Front Range towns tends to feel strong downslope winds more than the east. Roof edges and ridges take the brunt, so check them after any notably windy day.
Lakemont
Call Chip's Roofing Loveland. Our team works on Loveland's west side.