Data You Can Trust
Why Gunbarrel Homeowners Choose a Licensed General Contractor
$1.9B
Front Range hail damage May 2024
NOAA
96%
ROI on minor kitchen remodel at resale
2025 Cost vs. Value
86%
of basement finishing costs recovered at resale
NAR / NARI
38
billion-dollar CO hailstorms 1980–2024
NOAA
“We’ve been working in Gunbarrel and across Boulder since 2014. I’m on every job personally — I pull the permits, supervise the work, and sign off on the final inspection.”
Josh Brooks
Licensed General Contractor CON-24-0152 | Boulder Since 2014
Data You Can Trust
Why Gunbarrel Homeowners Choose a Licensed Contractor
$1.9B
Front Range hail damage May 2024
NOAA
96%
ROI on minor kitchen remodel
2025 Cost vs. Value
86%
basement finishing costs recovered at resale
NAR / NARI
38
billion-dollar CO hailstorms 1980–2024
NOAA
“We’ve been working in Gunbarrel and across Boulder since 2014. I’m on every job personally — I pull the permits, supervise the work, and sign off on the final inspection.”
Josh Brooks
Licensed General Contractor CON-24-0152 | Boulder Since 2014
General Contractor in Gunbarrel
Boulder, Colorado
Gunbarrel is a large east Boulder neighborhood with a mix of condos, townhomes, and single-family homes — active market for remodeling and exterior work.
Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. — License CON-24-0152 — 30 Years on the Front Range — Free Written Estimates
✓ $1M/$2M Insured
✓ Hail Damage Specialists
✓ Free Written Estimates
✓ Senior & Veteran Discounts
Everything Your Home Needs — One Contractor
Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. handles every trade under one contract for Gunbarrel homeowners. No coordinating multiple contractors. No communication gaps. One fixed price from day one.
- ✓ Hail Damage Roof Replacement
- ✓ James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding
- ✓ Class 4 Impact Resistant Roofing
- ✓ Basement Finishing
- ✓ Kitchen & Bath Remodeling
- ✓ Home Additions
- ✓ Board & Batten Siding
- ✓ Metal Roofing Installation
- ✓ Load Bearing Wall Removal
- ✓ Deck Building
- ✓ Fence Installation
- ✓ Window & Door Replacement
- ✓ Stamped Concrete
- ✓ Flooring Installation
What Projects Cost in Gunbarrel
$8,500–$22,000 • Most covered by insurance
$14,000–$35,000 • Insurance upgrades available
$25,000–$60,000 • Fully permitted
$15,000–$60,000 • Full gut to refresh
$80,000–$250,000 • All trades included
Why Gunbarrel Homeowners Choose Josh Brooks
31
Years of Experience
On the Colorado Front Range since 1996
7th
Generation Builder
Josh personally manages every project
CON-24-0152
Licensed & Verified
Verify at Colorado DORA
$1M/$2M
Fully Insured
General liability on every project
Common Questions from Gunbarrel Homeowners
Straight answers to what Boulder homeowners ask most before hiring a contractor.
Does Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. serve Gunbarrel in Boulder, CO?
Yes. Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. serves Gunbarrel and all of Boulder, Boulder County. We specialize in hail damage roof replacement, James Hardie fiber cement siding, basement finishing, kitchen and bath remodeling, home additions, and structural remodeling. Josh personally manages every project in the Gunbarrel area. License CON-24-0152. Call 720-828-7997 for a free written estimate.
How much does a roof replacement cost in Gunbarrel, Boulder?
Roof replacement in Gunbarrel typically costs $8,500–$22,000 for asphalt shingles. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles run $10,000–$22,000. Metal roofing runs $14,000–$38,000. Most Gunbarrel homeowners use a hail damage insurance claim to cover the majority of the cost — paying only their deductible. According to the National Association of Home Builders, roofing returns strong value at resale. We offer free inspections and written estimates.
What siding options are available for homes in Gunbarrel?
Homes in Gunbarrel can choose from James Hardie fiber cement siding, LP SmartSide engineered wood, vinyl siding, board and batten, and log siding profiles. James Hardie is the most popular choice for Boulder County homes — it’s Class 4 hail rated, fire resistant, and handles Colorado’s freeze-thaw cycles better than any other material. Many Gunbarrel homeowners upgrade to Hardie after a hail damage insurance claim at little extra out-of-pocket cost.
Do you handle insurance claims for hail damage in Gunbarrel?
Yes — this is one of our specialties. Colorado ranks among the most hail-prone states in the country according to NOAA hail research. Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. inspects Gunbarrel homes for hail damage, documents everything with photos, attends the adjuster meeting with you, and maximizes your settlement. Call us before you call your insurance company — 720-828-7997.
What general contracting services do you offer in Gunbarrel, Boulder?
Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. offers full general contracting services in Gunbarrel including hail damage restoration, roof replacement, James Hardie siding, basement finishing, kitchen and bath remodeling, home additions, load bearing wall removal, deck building, fence installation, window and door replacement, and commercial tenant improvements. All work is permitted, inspected, and backed by our workmanship guarantee. One contractor — every trade.
How do I verify Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. is licensed to work in Gunbarrel?
Verify our license at the Colorado DORA contractor license lookup. Our license number is CON-24-0152. We carry $1M/$2M general liability insurance. The FTC recommends verifying license and insurance before any home improvement contract. Josh Brooks has served Boulder County since 2014.
How much does basement finishing cost in Gunbarrel, Boulder CO?
Basement finishing in Gunbarrel typically costs $25–$60 per square foot fully finished. A 1,000 sq ft basement runs $25,000–$60,000 depending on finish level. According to NAHB data, basement finishing returns 70–75% of cost at resale in Colorado’s market. Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. handles all permits, framing, electrical, drywall, flooring, and paint under one contract with one fixed price.
How quickly can Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. start a project in Gunbarrel?
Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. typically starts new projects in Gunbarrel within 2–4 weeks of estimate approval for interior remodeling projects. Roofing and siding insurance claims depend on adjuster approval timelines — usually 3–6 weeks from inspection to installation. Emergency roof tarping is available same-day after storm damage. Call 720-828-7997 to schedule your free estimate — we respond within 24 hours.
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Why a Licensed General Contractor Matters
“I started Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. in 2014 with one goal: do the work right, pull the permits, and stand behind it. In Colorado, anyone can call themselves a contractor — but a licensed general contractor is accountable. My license number is CON-24-0152. You can verify it. That’s the kind of contractor you want on your project.”
— Josh Brooks, Owner — License CON-24-0152 — Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc.
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