Many homeowners don’t realize the impact their roof can have on the curb appeal of their home. Your roof makes up a big portion of the outside of your home. This means that when you have the roof replaced, you want to make sure you get the color right. You want to choose a roof color that will look good, but you also want to consider other aspects of your roof. The color of your shingles might impact things like the energy efficiency of your home and the roof’s lifespan. Nickerson Roofing is here to talk about shingle color and the ways it can impact your home.
Impact of the Shingle Color of Your Roof
The shingle color you pick has an impact on several parts of your home. It is important to consider the ways it impacts your home when you choose the right shingle color.
– Energy Efficiency: The first thing that you will want to think about is the energy efficiency of your home. It is important to mention that the shingle color might impact your home’s energy efficiency a little bit, but the big player in efficiency is insulation and ventilation. You need to make sure your attic is properly insulated and ventilated to reach maximum efficiency. However, if you pick dark shingles, they do absorb more heat than lighter shingles and can cause your attic to get hotter during the summer months.
– Lifespan: No one wants to replace their roof before they have to. It is a large investment that many homeowners feel stretched to pay for. So it only seems natural that homeowners would be wondering if darker shingles aren’t going to have the same lifespan that lighter shingles do. After all, dark shingles absorb more sunlight and there is an argument that they are expanding and contracting more which causes them to age quicker is a valid concern. However, there is no evidence that that is the case. You won’t see a big difference between light and dark shingles and how long the roof lasts.
– Aesthetics: Like mentioned above, the roof on your home impacts the way that your home looks. You will want to consider things like the siding, stone and other elements of your home when choosing the right shingle color. Dark shingles usually give a more dramatic flare to your home. This color is going to do a great job of hiding the imperfections of your roof as it ages. Light shingles are going to give your home a clean, fresh look. However, imperfections will start to show more with time.
Roof Repair, Replacement & More in Truckee, Mystic, Tahoe City, Kings Beach & The North Lake Tahoe Basin of California
If you are in need of a roof replacement, you can turn to Nickerson Roofing to ensure it is done right. We will make sure your new roof is installed perfectly so it provides your home with the protection it needs. We will help guide you through the process of choosing the right shingle color as well. Call us today!
