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<p>One of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to help you decide on a final roof shingle color is to create a home exterior mood board that can help you discover your style.</p>

<p>From warranty coverage to determining your estimate, here are 13 questions to ask roofing contractors that will help you make your final decision.</p>

<p>Searching online for roofing contractors near you will likely bring up dozens, if not hundreds, of results, so how can you quickly narrow down your list to the most trusted, reputable roofing companies in your area?</p>

<p>Discover why synthetic roofing underlayment has many advantages over felt and may be a worthwhile investment to protect your roof and home from the risks of water and moisture infiltration. </p>

<p>Learn more about some of the warning signs of an aging or damaged roof to help you determine if you need a new roof. </p>

<p>Learn how ice and water underlayment products help to create a waterproof barrier on your roof and help to keep moisture out. </p>

<p>Knowing the style or type of roof on your home can help you pick the right roofing materials to help protect your home and boost its curb appeal. </p>

<p>To help you make the best possible choice of roofing material for your home, here&#8217;s what you need to know about the technology and benefits of Class 4, impact-resistant roofing shingles.</p>

<p>Take note of what you need to do to successfully transfer a roof warranty. </p>

<p>Learn the available types of roofing shingles and discover which is the right choice for your roof. </p>

<p>Find out what you can do to help protect your roof and home from the potential consequences of hail damage. </p>

<p>Be prepared to discuss ventilation options with your contractor by understanding the different types of roof vents necessary to create a balanced attic ventilation system.</p>

<p>Follow this seasonal roof maintenance checklist to help keep your roof in shape year after year. Regular roof inspections can help you catch problems early.</p>

<p>This is not an invitation to sip your favorite drink at a trendy rooftop bar, but rather an invitation to consider a rich, new roof color on your home: Bourbon – the newest color in our Owens Corning® TruDefinition® Duration® Designer Colors Collection shingle line and our 2022 Shingle Color of the Year.</p>

<p>Designer Chad Esslinger answers some of the top roofing questions about color and how it can influence your overall home exterior design. </p>

<p>Discover how a properly insulated attic space helps to ensure top roof performance.</p>

<p>Designer Chad Esslinger shares a few tips for picking the roof color you want with confidence.</p>

<p>Designer Chad Esslinger provides a few key tips to help keep things manageable before, during, and after a big home exterior design project.</p>

<p>If you love earth tones and would like to bring a look of warmth and comfort to your home exterior, then a house and roof color pairing you may want to consider is Aegean Teal 2136-40 from Benjamin Moore® and Duration® Designer Shingles in Aged Copper from Owens Corning Roofing.</p>

<p>While some roofing shingles may look like a solid color with only one color of granule, they are usually a mixture of a few granule colors that just look like a solid color when you view it from a distance. </p>

<p>Roofing estimates can help you choose between two or three equally qualified roofing contractors or provide options regarding materials and the scope of work, such as deciding between a roof repair and a total roof replacement.</p>

<p>Roofing estimating guidelines and other roofing resources for your roofing project.</p>

<p>This user-friendly guide takes you through the Design EyeQ® Visualization Experience, a digital tool that lets you “try on” roof colors to discover the right style for your home.</p>

<p>Designer Chad Esslinger highlights a few reasons why asphalt shingles are a great choice for beauty, performance, and budget.</p>

<p>Designer Chad Esslinger shares how a well-designed exterior color palette, including your roof, can help to make the best impression on potential buyers. </p>

<p>Trying to decide between a darker or lighter roof color? Designer Chad Esslinger shares a few design considerations to help you make your decision. </p>

<p>Discover the energy-efficient benefits of installing solar reflecting, asphalt roofing shingles, also known as COOL shingles, that meet COOL roof requirements and how they can potentially help you save money on energy costs.</p>

<p>Designer Chad Esslinger explains how picking a roof color that is classic can help to keep your home exterior design looking timeless.</p>

<p>Designer Chad Esslinger shares his thoughts and style board for Aged Copper &#8211; the 2021 Shingle Color of the Year from Owens Corning Roofing. </p>

<p>Thinking about adding solar panels to your roof? Find out how to get your roof ready for solar panels.</p>

<p>Tips from Designer Chad Esslinger for deciding between a cool or warm color palette for your roof color and home’s exterior design. </p>

<p>Get familiar with roofing shingles that can meet or exceed California COOL roof code requirements, Title 24, Part 6.</p>

<p>Advice from Designer Chad Esslinger on how and where to start refreshing your home exterior, including your roof. </p>

<p>Refer to our roofing glossary to help you better understand words and phrases you may hear during your roof replacement project.</p>

<p>Do you know your color, pattern, and texture comfort zone? Designer Chad Esslinger shares some tips for mixing these elements together on your home exterior, including the roof. </p>

<p>Is it time to replace your roof? Learn the tell-tale signs that you need a new roof and when to contact a roofing professional. </p>

<p>Roofing underlayment is an important layer of your roof that helps keep it dry and protected from the elements. Discover how it helps protect your home.</p>

<p>Does your home need a roof replacement or a roof repair? Discover some of the factors that might impact your decision.</p>

<p>Discover various technology that can help you transition from face-to-face selling at the kitchen table to virtual presentations and selling strategies. </p>

<p>From creating mood boards to trying on new roof colors with online visualization tools, get the top 10 tips for picking a roof color you love and that complements your home exterior design. </p>

<p>Learn about proper nailing techniques and materials for fastening asphalt roofing shingles.</p>

<p>Designer Chad Esslinger answers a homeowner&#8217;s question about how to pick the right roof color for a red brick home with beige siding. </p>

<p>Discover designer Chad Esslinger&#8217;s 2020 Shingle Color of the Year Pacific Wave Home Exterior Style Board.</p>

<p>Learn how wind can damage a roof and how installing asphalt roofing shingles designed for wind resistance can minimize its effect. </p>

<p>Learn all about the critically important role of proper attic ventilation and how to make sure your home has enough.</p>

<p>Learn about the differences between workmanship warranties and standard and extended roofing warranties.</p>

<p>Algae growth may cause discoloration on roofs resulting in brown or black streaks on a rooftop. Learn more about what causes dark streaks on a roof and how to address the issue. </p>

<p>Learn more about Designer, Chad Esslinger, and read his latest tips on home exterior design and your roof. </p>

<p>FLEX Fest is a fun way for roofing contractors to &#8220;test drive&#8221; and get hands-on experience with TruDefinition® Duration FLEX™ &#8211; new SBS UL 2218 Class 4 impact resistant shingles from Owens Corning.</p>

<p>Learn about all the different components and layers that make up the anatomy of a roof.</p>

<p>Here are a few tips to help you streamline the process of finding and hiring a trusted contractor for a home renovation project, such as a roof replacement.</p>

<p>Here&#8217;s a simple outline of what you can expect in the days leading up to, during and after your new roof installation.</p>

<p>What to look for when you think you may have storm damage on your roof.</p>

<p>Discover a few proactive and preventive tips to help lower the risk for ice dams on your roof this winter.</p>

<p>Think you have a roof leak? Here are five potential signs of a leaking roof. </p>

<p>Find the top reasons for needing a new roof and valuable information to assist you through the process.</p>