Making Roof Shingles Match

Phil's Main Roofing 

26 Fitch Street, Norwalk CT

(203) 838-4545

www.philsmainroofing.com

Have you ever experienced a home improvement project that started out great, but left you unsatisfied with the end result? When it comes to minor roof repairs, such as replacing a few shingles here and there, many homeowners are often surprised when they realize that the new materials do not match the old. Black is black, gray is gray and brown is brown, so how could that be? Although it would seem obvious to assume that the color you choose is going to match your existing materials, the truth is that not all materials come in the same shade and style - that's why it's so important to do your research first!

To avoid being rather surprised the next time you need to have some work done to your roof, the first step you should take is to find the most recent records pertaining to your roof to determine the product name, color number and manufacturer used in the past. However, if this is not available to you, you might find it helpful to remove one shingle from your roof so that you can get a closer look at the material's color, texture and other physical features - this will help you when discussing new material options with your current contractor.

So where does the discrepancy in colors come from? Truth is, your current contractor and past contractor may work with different manufacturers, and each manufacturer may not necessarily supply the same materials. But, that certainly doesn't mean that your new materials have no chance at being a perfect match - and even if they aren't, you can bet your contractor will work with you to find an option that is as close in color as possible!

If you’re located in Connecticut are in need of new shingles for your roof, be sure to contact Phil’s Main Roofing! We install the top roofing brands and will work with you to make sure that your home is as aesthetically pleasing as can be. For more information about our residential and commercial roofing services, visit us at www.philsmainroofing.com or call (203) 838-4545 today.