Is it time for your home’s roof to be replaced? If so, you suddenly have a lot of choices! And one of them is which color of shingle will you have installed? This is a big decision that you don’t want to take lightly. A roof that doesn’t match your community or personal aesthetic could be something you are stuck with for decades!
We want to do everything we can to ensure that you are overjoyed with the results of your roof replacement and installation, so we do everything we can to help you visualize and understand what kind of roof you will receive. Don’t be stuck wondering how to choose the right roof color for your house. Let us help you make the correct choice!
How to Choose the Right Roof Color for Your House
To begin with, you can’t choose without knowing the options. In the business of home construction, several top-tier shingle manufacturers create beautiful roof shingles in a variety of colors – GAF and Owen’s Corning are two high-quality companies that produce long-lasting and durable shingles in the following colors:
Black
Black is a versatile color that goes with nearly any combination of siding and trim colors. You might worry that this shingle color will over-absorb sunlight and create a temperature issue. Still, with insulation and high-quality construction, these shingles can promote an eco-friendly and efficient home.
Best paired with: Homes of any color
Gray/’White’
True ‘White’ shingles are not in production due to the aggressive glare that this would produce – however, light gray and cream-colored shingles provide a cool and austere color for your roof’s exterior.
Best paired with: Any color home except beige/cream
Brown/Red
Brown and red are fairly common colors of residential roofing, coming in a wide array of shades depending on the granules used. The orange and yellow undertones that often go with these shingles provide a warm and welcoming color palette.
Best paired with: Brown (wood/log in particular!), red, white, or beige homes
Purple
A soft and eye-catching shade of lavender is often added to gray shingles, creating a subtle difference that can make your home stand out. We particularly like this color on more modern construction styles.
Best paired with: Red (Brick in particular!) or dark-colored homes
Green
Green is a much bolder color that adds a great deal of personality to your home and goes well with warmer home colors. This is especially cozy and welcoming when used in a home that is rich in vegetation and trees.
Best paired with: Red (Brick in particular!), yellow, white, and gray homes
Blue
Blue shingles are another variation of the gray shingles that we all know and love and have grown in popularity thanks to the more neutral shades that are commonly manufactured today. Depending on the shades and undertones, this color can be very distinctive.
Best paired with: White, brown, gray, and beige homes
Of course, there are dozens of unique shades of shingle color, so you might find a unique pairing that really speaks to what you want for your home – if you have something special for us to work with, we’ll make it work!
What Should I Consider When Choosing Shingle Color?
Personal preferences and finding the right color for your home are the first and most important steps to choosing the right color roof for your home. But if you are still uncertain if you are looking at a good color combination, consider some of these other factors:
- Architectural Style and House Size: We all hear about how ‘black is slimming’ when we shop for clothes – these tips work for homes as well! Smaller homes often use white and lighter roof colors to create a larger-seeming structure.
- Color Contrast: Most people will say to match the shades of your siding and roof color, but with trim and accessories (doors, shutters, etc.), you might find a better aesthetic by contrasting or complementing colors.
- Pattern Contrast: Roof shingles come in many styles, from traditional to architectural shingles. These each provide unique patterns and textures – a busy pattern on the roof might be too much if paired with a busy siding.
- Environment and Lighting: Contrasting or matching your environmental aesthetic can speak to your personality and priorities – Consider a lakeside home with blue roofing or a forest home with green. Remember that your roof will look lighter in sunlight and darker in the shade if you have a lot of sunlight or tree cover.
- Neighborhood Colors: While standing out can be great, sometimes you want to fit in with your peers. Another important consideration is your Homeowner’s Association (HOA), which may have restrictions or specifications to follow to keep home values high.
Your home is more than just a place to live. It’s an extension of your family’s vibe and personality. Taking the time to consider the many aspects of your location, environment, and home goals all go into choosing the right roof color for your home.
Experience Your Dream Home with Green Rhino!
Are you ready to choose your home’s roof color? Ready to see the difference between a bland and uninteresting roof and a vibrant, high-quality roof? Come to us! We will help you choose the best materials around and ensure they are installed by our top-notch, local, GAF-certified, residential and commercial roofing experts.
Here in Dallas, PA, we see every kind of home you can imagine, and we understand that every home is unique. We provide fast and easy contracting services that will get you the best results possible! Call us today at (570) 901-1334 or use our online contact form – we make it easy to get ahold of us for any of your home improvement needs!
