Roof shingle colors affect the aesthetics of the home. People spend hours or even days looking for the perfect shade of paint for their home’s exterior. Yet many will spend merely a couple minutes choosing between shingle colors during a roof remodel. There is a misconception that roof shingles have little to do with curb appeal.

While it’s true that the entire roof can’t be seen from the ground level, roofing colors can either detract from the home’s curb appeal or enhance it. The appearance of shingles matters a great deal to prospective property buyers, neighbors and all those onlookers who pass by your home every day.

If your roof if lacking luster, it may be time for a roof remodel. And if it is, make sure to consider which shingle colors will enhance the beauty of your home. At Elevated Roofing, we offer a wide variety of roof shingle colors and styles. We’re happy to discuss your choices to make sure your home is as beautiful as possible.

Roofing Shingles are the Icing on Your Home’s Cake

Shingles that are the perfect color will complement your home’s shade of paint or siding color. Alternatively, shingles that do not jive with your home’s color will sabotage all the hard work and money that went into making the home look good.

If you just got new siding and your next project is a new roof, allow one of our roofing experts to show you options for shingle colors that will work best with your new siding. If you’re planning to get a roof replacement first and add siding down the road, make sure to let our roofing expert know these plans before deciding from our shingle colors for your new roof remodel.

Think of your roofing shingles as the icing on the cake. Shingles should add that extra special touch that makes everything below that much more appealing. This is why you should carefully select the perfect color scheme when it is time for a roof remodel or a full replacement.

Dark or Light Shingles? Which is Best For a Roof Remodel?

An all-white home is akin to a barren canvas. You can add shingles of just about any color, but you will still need to think about the shade. For example, if you know you want green shingles, you still need to consider the shade. For example, are you interested in a light green or sage green or a dark forest green roof?

Of course, you will want to consider factors such as how your home fits in within the context of the neighborhood or your home’s architectural style. We can help you consider all your options, but we will also make sure you realize that the shade of shingle colors may be something to consider given our climate.. If you want a roof that reflects the Texas summer heat, you should seriously consider lighter shades of shingle colors.

The hue you choose is less important for reflecting heat than the shade of the shingles is. Dark shades of any shingle colors available will absorb heat and light shades of any shingle colors available can reflect the heat. This decision can affect your heating bills. . Light shades of shingle colors can reduce your utility bill.

Selecting Shingle Colors Based on the Home’s Brick Before a Roof Remodel

If your home has a brick exterior or a partial brick exterior, be extra cognizant of how potential shingle colors will look with those bricks.  Once you have settled on a handful of colors that work nicely with the brick, consider how those hues complement the siding and paint colors.

Roofing Colors May Be Limited by Your HOA

Sometimes, HOAs — or neighborhood homeowners’ associations — actually dictate what roofing colors you are allowed to choose for your home. If you are restricted by a HOA contract, be sure to make that contract available to your roofing expert during your  so that we are aware of any limitations of roofing colors we may have to work with.

Roof Shingle Colors Should Complement— Not Match the Rest of Your Exterior

There is no sense in adding shingles in a color that exactly matches that of your home’s brick or siding. Even a color that closely resembles the hue of your home’s siding or brick will prove quite boring. Inject some life into your home’s exterior by selecting a shingle color that truly complements the exterior. Such complementary colors provide your roof with the dimensions that appeal to prospective buyers, satisfies the neighbors and makes you proud of your roof remodel.

Consider the Appearance of Roofing Shingles in Varying Environments and Conditions

A roofing shingle might look amazing beneath the light and less impressive in the shade. Your home is subjected to all sorts of different lighting based on cloud cover and other factors. Take a close look at each of your favorite roof shingles in varying light conditions. Ensure each of your home’s exterior hues complement the roof shingle in a wide variety of lighting conditions before making a commitment.

Consider Resale Value During a Roof Remodel

There may come a day when you must sell your home. When listing a home, if roofing colors don’t complement the remainder of the home, it may be harder to sell.. Take a moment to consider how potential home buyers will perceive your house. If the shingle you select seems flawed in any way from a buyer’s point of view, it might be a poor choice.

If you are planning on selling your home and want to be aware of roofing colors that are typically most popular, don’t hesitate to ask us at your roof remodel consultation. We can tell you that neutral colors really are typically more resale friendly. If your home is small, a lighter shade can made it appear larger from the street and improve curb appeal.

Do You Need Help Choosing Shingle Colors for a Roof Remodel?

When you sit down with one of our roofing experts, we can discuss all the pros and cons of the ample shingle colors and styles that you can choose from. We’ll remind you that while certain trends may be incredibly popular right now, if you’re planning to live in your home for a while, remember that most trends come and go. You’re making a choice that will last decades, so let us help you figure out what is right for you!

Just keep in mind there are many factors to consider. Most people choose shingle colors and styles that will match the demands of our climate, complement their home’s exterior, and improve resale value down the road.

About Elevated Roofing:

Elevated Roofing provides the assistance you need to repair roofing problems quickly and easily or provide full roof replacement. If you are looking for a Plano, Frisco, Allen, McKinney area roofing company, take a look at our website to learn about the services we offer or call (469) 305-0010 today to schedule a free roof inspection.