If your roof is covered with asphalt shingles, they’ll gradually lose their beautiful dark gray color. It’s normal for roof color to fade over time. Factors specific to your region and your house can determine how much the color will change.

Why a Roof’s Color Can Fade

Long-term exposure to the sun’s rays can cause your roofing shingles to lose their color. The climate in your region can affect the rate of fading. Exposure to intense sunlight on a regular basis can cause shingles to fade relatively quickly.

The orientation of your house and the design of your yard can play a role. Sections of your roof that have more sun exposure will fade faster than areas with less direct exposure to sunlight. If trees or other tall structures block parts of your roof from the sun, that can slow down the fading process.

Asphalt roofing shingles are coated with granules that can slow, but not prevent, fading. Any change in color will occur gradually. You might not notice a significant change in your roof’s color for several years.

Faded Shingles Don’t Necessarily Have to Be Replaced

If the color of your roof has faded over the years, that can affect your home’s appearance. If different sections have faded at different rates, that can have a negative impact on your house’s curb appeal.

Fading doesn’t automatically mean that shingles have to be replaced, however. If they’re in good condition and securely attached, they can still do their job of protecting your home’s interior from moisture and maintaining a comfortable indoor temperature.

If you decide to have some of your roofing shingles replaced, it’s important to select a new color carefully. You’ll have to choose shingles that match the color of the older ones as closely as possible so repairs won’t be obvious.

Get a Quote for Roof Repair or Replacement

A roof’s color will fade over time. That’s a normal process that should be expected. Roofing shingles can also get damaged by severe weather and other causes.

If your roof is damaged or worn out, the team at LaBrusciano Roofing & Exteriors can make repairs or install a new roof. Contact us today at (610)624-8850 to schedule a roof inspection and to get an estimate.