Why asphalt shingles still win on value
For most homes out here in the far SE Palouse, architectural asphalt shingles hit the sweet spot. They cost a fraction of metal or tile up front, install quickly, and modern laminated profiles carry manufacturer ratings that rival materials costing two or three times as much. That matters in a place like Tekoa, where a practical dollar-for-dollar choice keeps a beautiful old house looking sharp without an overbuilt budget.
The styling has come a long way, too. Dimensional shingles throw real shadow lines that read like wood shake or slate from the street, so you can match the character of a turn-of-the-century farmhouse or dress up a newer build. We help you weigh color, profile, and warranty tier side by side so the roof fits both the home and the wallet.
Built for winters near the Idaho line
Tekoa sits high enough and close enough to the mountains that snow loads, freeze-thaw swings, and ice dams are part of the deal every year. A shingle roof only performs in that climate if what goes under the shingles is right. We build the assembly to handle it:
- Ice-and-water shield along eaves, valleys, and penetrations to stop meltwater that backs up under ice dams
- Synthetic underlayment across the full deck for a durable secondary barrier
- Balanced intake and exhaust ventilation to keep the deck cold and cut the ice-dam cycle at its source
- Properly nailed, wind-rated shingles for the gusts that sweep across open Palouse ground
Skip those details and even a premium shingle will leak at the edges. We don't.
The GAF system we install
DG Contracting is a GAF Master Elite contractor, a credential held by only the top 2 to 3 percent of roofers in the country. That standing lets us install complete GAF shingle systems and register the GAF Golden Pledge, which backs both the materials (25 to 50 years depending on the line) and our craftsmanship. On top of that we add our own 15-25 year workmanship warranty, so the labor is covered by the crew that did the work.
A full system means matched components working together: starter strip, field shingles, hip-and-ridge caps, ventilation, and leak-barrier all from one engineered lineup. You can see how the pieces fit on our asphalt shingle roofing overview.
What a Tekoa reroof looks like with us
Every project starts with a free, no-pressure estimate. We climb the roof, document the deck and flashings, and give you a written scope and price, not a guess. Once you approve:
- We protect landscaping and siding, then tear off down to clean decking
- Any soft or rotted sheathing gets replaced before new material goes on
- We install the full leak barrier, underlayment, shingle, and ventilation package
- We magnet-sweep the yard and haul away every scrap of old roofing
If you're replacing the roof, you also get a 15-25 year workmanship warranty, which keeps that meltwater moving away from the foundation through the freeze-thaw season.
Local crew, real coverage
We're a family-owned company that has worked across the Inland Northwest since 2013, and we're licensed and insured in both Washington and Idaho. For Tekoa homeowners tucked up against Tekoa Mountain and the state line, that dual licensing matters: we can serve the whole corner without the jurisdictional runaround. Our reputation is built one roof at a time, reflected in a 5.0 rating across 288 Google reviews.
Worried about cost timing a roof against winter? We offer flexible financing so you can get the work done before the next snow rather than after the next leak.
When to call about your roof
A few signs it's time for an inspection in our climate: shingles curling or lifting at the edges, granules collecting in the gutters, staining on upstairs ceilings after a thaw, or a roof simply past the 20-year mark. Catching it early often means a straightforward reroof instead of repairing interior damage on top of it.
Reach DG Contracting at (509) 209-1894 for a free estimate. We'll tell you honestly whether you need a full replacement, a targeted repair, or just a little more time.
