Roof shingles come in a wide variety of colors, so it can be difficult to pick the perfect one that goes with your home. But, don’t worry! We’ve created this handy guide to help you narrow down your options.
Consider your home’s siding material
The best roof color depends on your home’s exterior and roof material. Although you can easily change your home’s exterior paint, a roof is a little more permanent and costly. Choosing the right color the first time will save you from an expensive replacement.
| House Material | Best Roof Color |
| Brick House | Black, Dark Gray |
| Concrete House | Brown, Red or Gray |
| Vinyl Siding | Depends on Exterior Color |
| Wood | Brown, Black or Gray |
| Colorful Exterior Siding | Depends on Siding and Trim Color |
Before we get into which color roof looks best with your siding material, let’s talk about your home’s front elevation–the outline of your home from the street. Does your roof slant down toward your front yard? Do you see a lot of your roof from the street? If so, consider a roof color that’s similar to your siding so that it doesn’t look like it’s bearing down on your house. Avoid a very dark roof if your roof takes up a lot of surface area within its front elevation. Source: HomeAdvisor
Take into account the weather in your area
The climate in which you live plays a major role in determining your ideal roof shingle color. Darker colors absorb more heat, so if you live in a cold climate, darker shingles can keep you warmer inside. If you live in a warm climate, on the other hand, bright and especially white shingles are preferably, as they reflect heat and keep your interior much cooler during warm months. Source: HomeGuides.SFGate
Check the rules in your neighborhood
If you have a local homeowners association, read their rules carefully to make sure your choice of roofing color does not violate any regulations. Even if you don’t have set rules to follow, think about how your roof will look alongside your neighbor’s house.
– If many of the homes in your neighborhood have the same style of roof, it might be a good sign that that color works well with those types of houses. Source: WikiHow
Still can’t decide which color will suit your home best? Call us and we’ll be more than happy to offer free advice!
Contact:
Kerrisdale Roofing & Drains Ltd.
168 W 71st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5X 4S7
(604) 360-2114
