Unless you’re replacing your roof, you’ve probably never given the shingles, let alone their color, a lot of thought. But the color of your residential roofing shingles plays a significant role in how your home looks and is valued. For example, shingle color can help make your home look bigger or smaller, while some color choices impact the temperature of your home. To help you make the right decision for your residential roofing project, here are some factors you’ll need to take into consideration. 

A Guide to Choosing Shingle Color

1. Consider Color Coordination

Your roof constitutes a significant piece of the visible exterior of your home. You’ll, therefore, want a shingle color that blends in with your home’s preexisting exterior color scheme or one that adds a pleasing contrast. Any roof color works on a white house. Some people with white homes match roof color to their shutters or doors. If you prefer contrasting colors, a black or dark brown roof on a white, tan, or taupe house will give your residential roofing the degree of contrast you seek. 

2. Think About Sunshine

Lighter shades of shingles reduce thermal gains from the sun’s unforgiving rays and keep your home cooler in the summer months. Unlike darker shingles, which absorb the sun’s rays, lighter shades reflect the heat, keeping your electric bills down.

3. Make a Bold Statement

Forget the shutters and the siding. Maybe it’s a bold statement you’re after. To give a home a unique look, opt for an accent shingle color that emphasizes roof structure and dimension, or shingle your roof with multiple colors. Think about how your new roof will fit into your neighborhood as a whole. If you’re part of a homeowners association, first ensure there are no rules regarding coloration of residential roofing to make sure that your choice is acceptable.

If it’s time to replace your residential roofing, the roofers at Farley’s Roofing Inc., in Elyria, OH, are the experts to call. For over 20 years, they’ve been performing quality roof installations, repairs, and replacements for the people of Lorain County. Visit them online to learn more about their roofing options and services, or call them (440) 322-1142 to schedule an appointment.