How to Select Roof Colors for Asphalt Shingles

Selecting a roof color is one of the biggest decisions a homeowner will make. 

Your roof is critical to curb appeal, and it’s one of the first things a homebuyer notices when they look at your house. The right color can be an attention-grabbing highlight and bring out the other design elements. The wrong color, however, can instantly leave you with agonizing buyer’s remorse. 

Homeowner’s Checklist for Selecting Roof Colors 

We’re here to help. If you need a new roof, there are a few simple steps you can take before selecting a roof color. 

Start by reaching out to an accredited roofing company with experience working with homeowners. There are a lot more options when it comes to a new roof, including different materials like slate and metal roofs. But, even with standard asphalt shingles, you have a wide array of choices from different hues and textures, and even dimensional shingles (which are also known as architectural shingles). A professional roofer can provide you with more options and give you an honest assessment of each one. 

Now that you have a roofing professional you can trust, it’s time to decide what your end goals are for the new roof. If you are looking to resell the house quickly, then it’s a good idea to stick with the classic neutral asphalt colors like browns, grays, and tans. These will appeal to the largest segment of homebuyers. But, if you are looking for curb appeal or to stand out, then you can widen your options and even look for shingles that incorporate different hues or multiple colors like greens and grays, or browns and reds.  

Some regions will have building codes that you should consider before purchasing a new roof. For example, areas with inclement weather like hurricanes or tornadoes may require certain standards to be met for a new roof. Community groups like an HOA may also restrict roofing elements, including color, in their building guidelines. Do your research or work with your roofing expert to ensure you meet these requirements. 

Before selecting a new roof color, you should understand how it will work with your home’s color palette. Is your home brick? Is your siding a warm color or a cool color? Do you incorporate a color with the window trim? Consider the style of your home. Does it have more of a country cottage vibe or is it sleeker and more modern? It might be a good idea to create a styleboard of your home, looking at how the different colors connect and interact, before deciding. 

In the end, you’ll have to live with your new roof, so make sure the color and style you choose make you happy. Keep a checklist of roof requirements and make sure your new roof meets them, but also make sure the color meets your approval. 

Don’t Wait if You Need a New Roof 

Don’t let a problem with your roofing system turn into a homeowner’s disaster.  

If you need a new roof, reach out to your local CertainTeed professional and start the process. They can work with you to ensure the roof you select works for your home, meets your requirements, and hits the style sweet spot you’re looking for. We’re ready to work with you.