The outside of your home is the first impression neighbors and guests will have of your property. Keep this in mind when selecting a new color for your vinyl siding. The guide below will help you decide on a shade that will convey this image and work with the surrounding community and landscape environment. 

What Is the Existing Style & Color Theme?

The first step when updating your vinyl siding is to take stock of your home’s exterior. The style of the house and the surrounding landscape can help you decide on the best shade. For instance, if you live in a ranch home surrounded by a lot of trees and nature, brown siding could add to the rustic appeal. However, if you live in a colonial-era property on mostly flat, clear land, white or tan might be more fitting. 

There’s also the matter of other colors already present on the home. If you aren’t updating the doors, window trim, roof, and awnings right now, consider shades that would best fit the existing color scheme. 

What Should You Consider for Your Neighborhood?

When you live in a neighborhood, it’s necessary to consider the other homes in the area before making any exterior changes. First, if you are part of a homeowners association (HOA), consult with their rules before committing to any updates, or you could end up with fines and forced to repeat this process.

Even if you don’t have to follow HOA guidelines, sticking with a color that matches the energy of your community is beneficial. If every home is similar in nature and color, you don’t want to be the one that sticks out because it could hurt your resale value. However, if everyone seems to be doing their own thing, there’s no reason you shouldn’t as well. 

When it’s time to update your home’s vinyl siding, contact the experts at Countywide Roofing. For over 25 years, they have provided premier commercial and residential roofing, siding, and masonry services to Elyria, OH, and the surrounding areas. Their slogan is “Quality, Pride, and Tradition,” and this is apparent in their A+ Better Business Bureau^® rating. Call them today at (440) 246-3328 to receive a fast, personalized response, and visit their website to learn more about their services.