The right roof color can turn the most ordinary-looking roof into something special. Today's roofing manufacturers offer asphalt shingles in virtually any color, making it even easier to get the ones that your home deserves. In today's post, local residential roofing contractor Versatile Roofing, LLC shares tips on how to choose the right color for your asphalt shingle roof. 

Consider Your Home's Overall Color Palette

Unless you're also replacing the siding and trim, you should consider how these parts will complement the roof. This is even more important if your home has permanent components like brick or stone. It may sound like your choices are being limited by what you already have, but given the number of choices available — and that you only need to choose one color — these other components can help you quickly narrow your choices down.

Switch Between Light and Dark Colors

Switching from a light to a dark roofing color (or vice-versa) can completely change the look of your home. However, there are a few things that you need to consider. If most of the roofing area receives direct sunlight, light-colored roofing can be beneficial. Light colors are naturally reflective, therefore a light-colored roof would absorb less solar heat and help make your home cooler during the summer season. Another consideration is the number of stories your home has. A light-colored roof would make a tall home look top-heavy and unbalanced.

Neutral Colors Work Best

If you tend to favor bright colors, you'll probably want to curb your enthusiasm when choosing roofing colors, as neutral colors usually work best. The idea is for your home to stand out, but not like a sore thumb. You can gauge the extent of your color choices by taking a quick stroll around the neighborhood, paying attention to the surrounding roof's colors. That is not to say that bright or unusual roofing colors are not an option.

Versatile Roofing, LLC provides residential and commercial roofing services to customers in the entire state of Nebraska, with offices located in Kearney, Lincoln, and Omaha. Give us a call at (308) 234-7663 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.