While other materials such as metal and slate last for decades, they’re also more expensive and even too heavy for homes that don’t have the right infrastructure. Asphalt shingles, on the other hand, are highly economical and practical in terms of durability and reliability. They’re also more affordable, which makes them one of the most popular roofing materials across the country.  

Asphalt shingles are also available in a wide variety of colors for almost any home style. To help you decide what’s best for your home, local roof repair and replacement contractor DePalma Roofing & Construction shares what you need to consider:

Avoid Bright and Eye-Catching Colors

Since your roof plays a vital role in your home’s exterior, it shouldn’t upstage the rest of your home exterior. Avoid colors that stand out too much to ensure that they won’t be the first thing people notice when they see your home. If you’ll have to choose between dark and light shingle colors, just remember that darker roofs tend to be more pronounced compared to lighter roofs. Depending on your overall color scheme, this can clash with the rest of the exteriors for visual attention. If you’re not sure which to pick, consider getting mid-tones instead to get a good balance between beauty and function. 

Check Your Neighborhood 

As you discuss your color options with your residential and commercial roofing contractor, you can look to your neighboring homes for inspiration on what color you should choose. You can go for almost the same color if you like, but you can aim for a bit of variation and choose a hue that’s lighter or darker than what your neighbors have. There’s no need to make an exact match, after all, as the goal is to blend and harmonize your home with the rest in your area. 

Don’t Forget About Your Local Climate

Shingle colors make or break your home’s indoor temperatures and comfort. Despite having a good layer of insulation and ventilation on your roof, indoor heat won’t dissipate properly if you live in a hot climate and have black shingles over your home. Darker colors tend to absorb and retain more heat in your attic than exhausting them, which can influence the rest of the home’s indoor temperatures and force your HVAC system to work harder than necessary. To prevent this, consider a lighter shingle color in hot climates to reflect the sunlight effectively and keep your interiors naturally cool.

DePalma Roofing & Construction is the leading residential roofing services contractor in the area. We are GAF Master Elite® roofers, offer a workmanship guarantee, and 99% of all our roofing projects are completed within the day. Call us at (717) 638-1131 or just fill out our convenient contact form. Talk to us today to discuss your roofing needs!