A complete system, not just a layer of shingles
A lot of the newer homes around 57th Ave and the Palouse Hwy corridor were finished with a single layer of shingles over basic felt and minimal ice protection. That works on paper, but it leaves the most failure-prone zones - eaves, valleys, and penetrations - underbuilt for what south Spokane winters actually deliver.
A true roof installation rebuilds every layer in sequence. We inspect and re-nail or replace decking, lay self-adhering ice-and-water membrane along eaves and valleys, run synthetic underlayment across the field, set proper flashing at every wall and pipe, and finish with GAF architectural shingles. Because we install the matched components, the roof qualifies for manufacturer-backed coverage that a piecemeal job never can.
Built for new construction and full replacements alike
On semi-rural acreage parcels south of the city, we handle both brand-new builds and complete tear-offs. New construction lets us dial in ventilation and ice protection from the first course; a tear-off lets us see exactly what the original crew left behind and correct it.
Either way the sequence is the same: protect the structure, vent the attic correctly, and lock down the edges. Larger acreage homes often have longer rafter runs and bigger roof planes, which means intake and exhaust airflow has to be sized to the actual footprint - not copied from a tract-home spec.
Why ventilation and ice barrier matter here
Homes across Moran Prairie sit high enough to catch real snowfall, and the repeated freeze-thaw cycles drive ice dams along under-ventilated eaves. When warm attic air melts snow that refreezes at the cold edge, water backs up under the shingles.
- Balanced ventilation keeps the deck cold so snow melts evenly instead of pooling at the eave.
- Ice-and-water membrane at eaves and valleys gives a waterproof second line where backups are most likely.
- Sealed flashing at chimneys, sidewalls, and vents stops the wind-driven leaks that hammer exposed south Spokane roofs.
Getting these three right during installation is what separates a roof that lasts decades from one that fights ice dams every January.
GAF Master Elite shingles and warranty
DG Contracting is a GAF Master Elite contractor - a credential held by only the top 2 to 3 percent of roofers nationwide. That status lets us register your new roof under the GAF Golden Pledge, which carries 25- and 50-year material coverage plus extended workmanship protection.
On top of the manufacturer warranty, we back our own labor with a 15-25 year workmanship warranty. Replacement projects also include a 15-25 year workmanship warranty. Want to see the rest of what we offer? Explore our full range of roofing services.
What to expect from the install
We start with a free, no-pressure estimate at your property so we can measure the real roof planes and check attic airflow. From there you get a written scope and shingle and color options before anything is ordered.
On install day the crew protects landscaping and outbuildings - important on acreage lots where the work area is spread out - tears off to the deck, and rebuilds the full system in one continuous push. We clean up with magnetic sweeps for nails and walk the finished roof with you. Flexible financing is available if you'd rather spread the investment out.
A family-owned local crew
We've roofed homes across the south Spokane area since 2013, and our 5.0 rating across 288 Google reviews reflects how we treat each project. We're fully licensed and insured in both Washington and Idaho, so neighbors right on the state line are covered too.
Because we live and work in the Inland Northwest, we build for the conditions we know firsthand - heavy snow loads, sudden wind and hail, and the freeze-thaw swings that test every roof on the Palouse Hwy bench. Call (509) 209-1894 to schedule your free estimate.
