The Dodd Blog

Shingles crack and curl when the asphalt dries out, and Fargo temperature swings speed that up. Learn the difference between curling and cracking, what cold and ventilation do, and when repair or replacement makes sense.

Not required by law, but a pre-listing roof inspection in the FM metro protects your price. What it finds, when to file a hail claim first, and repair vs replace vs credit.

Synthetic underlayment outlasts felt in Idaho heat and wind. Here is what goes under the shingles on a Treasure Valley roof and what to look for on your estimate.

Roof pitch changes replacement cost through added surface area, slower labor, and safety setup. Here is how steep and low slope roofs price out in Boise, Meridian, Eagle and across the Treasure Valley.

Yes. Drip edge is required by the residential code enforced across Ada and Canyon counties. Here is what it does, how it should be installed, and how to tell if your older Boise or Nampa home is missing it.

Yes, an old roof can get you nonrenewed in North Dakota. Here is what insurers ask for, how an inspection can save your policy, and when replacement makes sense.

A metal roof is worth it for most Treasure Valley homeowners who plan to stay 15 years or more. Here is how metal compares to shingles on lifespan, heat, wind, hail, and cost in Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and Caldwell.

Black streaks on Treasure Valley roofs are usually airborne algae, not roof failure. Here is what causes them, how to clean them safely, and when to call a roofer.

The five questions that separate established Treasure Valley roofers from out of town crews: registration, insurance, warranty terms, decking pricing, and recent local work.

Architectural shingles are thicker, last longer, and hold higher wind ratings than 3 tab shingles. Here is how the two compare on Treasure Valley roofs.

Yes, partial roof replacement is possible and common in the Treasure Valley when damage is limited to one slope. Here is when it makes sense, how matching works, and what insurance usually pays for.

Most Fargo roof replacements finish in one day. Here is the step by step rundown from Dodd Roofing and Exteriors, including winter scheduling, decking surprises, and the final walkthrough.

If a skylight is more than about ten years old, replace it while the roof is open. Here is why Treasure Valley homeowners save money and future leaks by doing both at once.

A sagging roofline means something under the shingles has lost the ability to carry weight. Here is what causes it in Treasure Valley homes and when it becomes urgent.

Idaho follows the IRC ratio of one square foot of net free vent area per 150 square feet of attic floor, or one per 300 with balanced intake and exhaust. Here is how that plays out on a Treasure Valley roof.

Most Treasure Valley roof replacements finish in one to two days. Here is the day by day order of work, how loud it gets, how your yard is protected, and what happens at the final walkthrough.

Soft or delaminated sheathing will not hold a nail. Here is why roof decking fails in Fargo and Moorhead, how much usually gets replaced, and who pays.

An old roof should not stop you from buying a Treasure Valley home, but it should change how you negotiate. Here is what to inspect, ask for, and plan.

Light gray, tan, and weathered wood shingles reflect more sun and keep Treasure Valley attics cooler. Here is how roof color affects heat, lifespan, and energy bills in Idaho.

Yes, ice and water shield is required at the eaves of new roofs in Fargo. Here is what the code calls for and why FM winters demand it.