What storms do to Cheney roofs
Cheney sits on exposed Channeled Scablands prairie southwest of Spokane, where there's little to slow a storm front before it reaches your shingles. The same open terrain that surrounds Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge means homes here catch the full force of straight-line winds and wind-driven hail with no tree cover to break the impact.
That combination matters. Hail bruises shingles and knocks the protective granules loose; wind lifts and creases shingles along the edges and ridge. Either one shortens a roof's life by years, and together they can compromise the water barrier in a single afternoon. Common storm damage we find on Cheney homes includes:
- Granule loss exposing the asphalt mat (you'll see it pile up at downspout outlets)
- Circular hail bruises that feel soft and crush underfoot
- Creased or torn shingles along rakes, hips, and the ridge
- Dented and detached metal flashing, vents, and gutters
- Lifted shingles that let wind-driven rain reach the deck
Why a fast, documented inspection matters here
The tricky part of hail and wind damage is that a roof can look fine from the driveway while the granule layer that protects it is already failing. By the time stains appear on a ceiling, water has usually been working through the deck for weeks. On the prairie around Cheney, where the next system can follow close behind the last, a small unaddressed bruise becomes an active leak quickly.
We climb the roof, photograph every impact and crease, and give you a written assessment of what we find, whether or not it rises to the level of a claim. You get a clear picture before you commit to anything, and the documentation is there if you decide to file with your insurer.
How DG Contracting handles storm repair
Our process is built around getting you accurate information first and durable work second. After a storm, here's what to expect:
- On-roof inspection with date-stamped photos of each damaged area, plus flashing, vents, and gutters
- A plain-language report separating storm damage from ordinary wear, so you know what you're actually dealing with
- Targeted repair or full replacement depending on the extent, matched to your existing roof where possible
- Cleanup with magnetic nail sweeps, which matters on the family lots and EWU-area rentals where kids, pets, and tenants share the yard
As a GAF Master Elite contractor, a distinction held by only the top 2 to 3 percent of roofers nationwide, we install systems most companies aren't certified to warranty. If your repair turns into a replacement, you can learn more on our roof replacement page.
Insurance claim assistance (we assist, not adjust)
Filing a hail or wind claim is where many Cheney homeowners feel stuck. We're not public adjusters and we don't negotiate your settlement, but we do make sure the damage is documented thoroughly and that the scope reflects what's actually on your roof. We'll meet your insurance adjuster on-site, walk the roof with them, and point out impacts and creasing they might miss from a quick look.
For landlords managing rentals near Eastern Washington University, this support is especially useful, since coordinating an inspection, an adjuster, and a tenant's schedule across multiple properties takes a partner who shows up when they say they will. Our hours run Monday through Saturday, 7 to 6, to make that easier.
Materials and options suited to the Inland Northwest
Storm repair is also a chance to upgrade to a roof that handles the next system better. The Inland Northwest throws heavy snow, freeze-thaw cycles, ice dams, and recurring wind and hail at every roof, so material choice is not just cosmetic.
- Impact-resistant (Class 4) architectural shingles that resist hail bruising and may qualify you for an insurance premium discount
- Upgraded ice-and-water shield at eaves and valleys, the spots where ice dams form during freeze-thaw swings
- Enhanced ridge and edge nailing to hold up against prairie wind uplift
- Properly sized metal flashing and vents to replace dented, storm-loosened components
Every full replacement also includes a 15-25 year workmanship warranty, and flexible financing keeps an unexpected storm repair from becoming a budget crisis.
Warranty and local accountability
Repairs are only as good as the company standing behind them. DG Contracting backs its work with a 15-25 year workmanship warranty, and qualifying replacements carry the GAF Golden Pledge with 15-25 year workmanship and 50-year material coverage, one of the strongest warranties in the industry. We're a family-owned company licensed and insured in both Washington and Idaho, with a 5.0-star rating across 288 Google reviews.
When the next front comes off the prairie, you'll know exactly who to call, and that we'll still be here to answer.
