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New Roofs: Before and after

Written By Owens Corning RoofingDate Published 2023-03-17

It's no secret the roof can make or break your home's exterior design aesthetic. As one of the first-seen design elements on your home, the roof can create an inviting intrigue or a weary dread about what lies inside. A newer roof in an attractive shingle color can leave viewers wanting to see more, while curled shingles covered in dark streaks could suggest the owner doesn't care — about their roof or home.

New roofs aren't just about looks either. Thanks to newer technologies and manufacturing methods, asphalt shingles are loaded with benefits that can help your roof perform better than ever. So, if you've been on the fence about a new roof, check out these six reasons you should start that roofing project sooner rather than later.

6 Benefits of Getting a New Roof

1. Peace of mind: The constant onslaught of rain, wind, ice and UV rays takes a huge toll on roofs and, eventually, even the best roofing materials need to be replaced. If every time it rains, you start to check your ceilings, it's time to call a roofing contractor for help.

2. Property investment: A new roof is an asset that keeps giving for years to come. If you've been spending time and money on roof repairs, you may find that a new roof is a bargain in the long run. Plus, with many roofing contractors offering finance solutions, you may find the roof of your dreams is well within your budget.

3. Curb appeal: Of course, a new roof in an on-trend color combination is going to help improve your home's appearance. After all, a roof can account for over 40% of your home's exterior, depending on its architectural style. Shouldn't you make it look as great as possible? Check out the extensive color options from Owens Corning, giving you flexibility to fit your personal style along with any exterior color palette, materials and textures.

4. Resale value: The 2022 National Association of Realtors Remodeling Impact Report estimates that homeowners can expect to recover 100% of the roof replacement cost in the resale value. The 2019 report states a new roof is the number one project that appeals to buyers and increasing a home's resale value. Not only does it make your house more attractive, but it may help you get your asking price — and more.

Pro Tip: Selling your home? Home buyers get the benefit a transferrable warranty from Owens Corning.

5. Homeowner satisfaction: Besides all of the above points, there's just something about coming home to a new roof and knowing your family and belongings are safe and secure. In fact, the NAR Impact Report gave new roofing a Joy Score of 9.5. So as you pull into your driveway, stop and look up at your roof. Maybe it's time.

6. Performance and beauty. While you can visually see a beautiful new roof, the Owens Corning® Total Protection Roofing System® is hard at work behind the scenes helping to protect your home in ever-changing conditions. Rest assured, that our highly engineered components work seamlessly together to help protect your home – and you- offering durability and performance for years to come.

Before and After Roof Photos

Now that you know why a new roof may be in your best interest, check out these incredible before and after transformations to see just how much a new roof improves a home's overall appearance.

This colonial home has blue-gray shingles and sparkling white trim. However, its dated roof takes away from the charming exterior, thanks to dark streaking and an overall drab, flat appearance.

After replacing the gray, faded shingles with Owens Corning® TruDefinition® Duration® Designer shingles in Summer Harvest, the house is completely re-imaged. These multicolored, architectural shingles pick up the blue-gray hues in the siding while the contrasting brown tones colors increase visual dimension and interest. Plus, these shingles offer additional functionality with StreakGuard™ Algae Resistance Protection1 to safeguard against algae streaking.

Grey blue house with shake siding, copper awning, white trim, two dormer windows and old grey roof with signs of aging and bald spots.
Grey blue house with shake siding, copper awning, white trim, two dormer windows and Black Sable TruDefinition® Duration® Designer shingles from Owens Corning.

This Craftsman-style home features beautiful shake siding, patterned window panes, a copper awning and a faded, worse-for-the-wear roof. The homeowners replaced the roof, choosing architectural shingles from Owens Corning in Black Sable. The TruDefinition® Duration® Designer shingles create a three-dimensional look, so the multi-hued roof helps enhance the home, not detract from it. The hue variation allows unique architectural features, such as the copper awning, stand out.

House with tan siding, two dormers with tan windows and ugly tan-grey roof with dark algae streaking.
House with tan siding, two dormers with tan windows and Owens Corning Aged Copper shingles.

This little bungalow has a steep roof facing the curb, with plenty of passerby traffic to see the tired, worn roof. Switching from three-tab flat shingles to architectural shingles in a beautiful Aged Copper creates a dramatic difference in curb appeal. Now, when people walk by, they can pick out the gorgeous color variations and the bright, vibrant hues of the TruDefinition® Duration® Designer shingles.

Ready to explore more roofing colors and styles for your home? Get inspired with our curated style boards, trending new colors, and visualize your home’s new roof with a new Owens Corning shingles.

1StreakGuard™ Algae Resistance Protection not available in all regions.
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