The Dodd Blog

Shingles around Fargo are rated for 110 to 130 mph in the lab, but roofs lose shingles in far smaller gusts. Here is what wind ratings mean and why edges fail first.

A roof claim in Idaho can raise your renewal, but storm claims are rated differently than at fault claims. Here is what actually moves your premium and when filing is worth it.

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.

Replace the roof first if it is past the midpoint of its life. Here is how Treasure Valley homeowners should sequence a roof replacement with a solar install.

Every Dodd Roofing guide for Idaho and North Dakota homeowners in one place: costs, storm damage, insurance claims, maintenance, materials, and how to choose a contractor.

What counts as a roofing emergency in the FM metro, what to do in the first hour, and how emergency tarping works in wind, hail, and winter.

What counts as a roofing emergency in the Treasure Valley, what to do in the first hour, and how emergency tarping and repair work.

Drafts, fogged glass, and rising cooling bills are the clearest signs. Here is how Treasure Valley homeowners can tell repair from replace.

Attic frost happens when indoor moisture freezes on the cold roof deck. Learn what causes it in Fargo homes, how it differs from a roof leak, and how to stop it before winter.

Idaho roof warranties come in two parts: a manufacturer material warranty and a contractor workmanship warranty. Here is what each covers, what voids them, and how transfers work.

Fargo roofs are engineered for heavy snow, but wet packed snow weighs far more than fresh powder. Here is how to judge the load on your roof and when to act.

Most asphalt shingle roofs installed in Boise today already carry a Class A fire rating. Here is what that rating means, why it matters near the foothills, and how to check your own roof.

A new roof typically recovers 60 to 70 percent of its cost at resale in the Treasure Valley and helps homes sell faster. Here is when replacing before listing makes sense.

An honest 2026 guide to the best roofing companies in the Treasure Valley: how to judge any roofer, which local companies we respect, and why we put Dodd first.

How to choose a siding installer in Meridian: certifications, warranty control, and a verifiable local track record, explained by Idaho's Best siding contractor for 2026.

Booking a free roof inspection in Meridian takes one phone call. Here is what the inspection covers, how scheduling works, and how fast you can get on the calendar.

Vinyl lasts 20 to 30 years, LP SmartSide 30 to 50, and James Hardie 50 or more in the Treasure Valley. Here is how Idaho sun and wind change the math.

Yes, sustained Idaho summer heat ages asphalt shingles. Here is how to spot heat damage, why attic ventilation matters, and when to schedule an inspection.