No matter the style or scale, your roofing and siding need to be in harmony. The roofers at Ashmen Installations Inc. share tips and ideas on choosing the right roofing and siding combination for your home.
Consider Your Home’s Architectural Style — If your home design is based on a traditional architectural style, it will likely have a corresponding traditional color palette. Often the best color palette is the one the house style is known for, so taking the time to research your home style can be worth it. Traditional colors, styles, and profiles can create an authentic look, and can also help you narrow down your choices.
Don’t Forget the Permanent Components — Unless taking out a wall or two is part of the remodeling plan, permanent components like brick or stone are there to stay. They will likely outlast the roof and siding, which is why roof installers like us would never ignore these components when planning a roofing and siding replacement. These are especially good starting points if you’re looking into choosing an entirely new color palette. If the new colors do not work with brick or stone, then you should move on to other selections.
Take a Walk Around the Neighborhood — Your local HOA may have certain requirements regarding house color palettes. Or perhaps you just don’t want your house to stick out in a bad way. In these situations, it’s best to turn to your neighbors—more specifically, their houses. Take a walk around a couple of blocks and pay attention to the roof, siding, and trim colors, along with the house styles. By the time you get back home, you will have quite a few ideas to get you started.
Compare Samples Morning to Evening — Certain color combinations might not look good during certain times of the day. Ask your contractor for samples of both roofing and siding, then place them in the yard in pairs. Compare them in the morning, at noon, at sunset and in the evening. By process of elimination, you should be able to narrow your selection down to a handful.
Ashmen Installations Inc. is your leading provider of siding and roof replacement services. Give us a call at (877) 274-6361 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.