If you love your Venice or North Port home, but are beginning to notice that it is looking a little run-down – it may be time for a home makeover. One of the most dramatic things you can do to upgrade the curb appeal of your home is something people rarely think about – upgrading the roof.
Roof customization is one way to enhance the look of your home, while also giving you the opportunity to take advantage of new innovations and green options which could also save you money. If your home is in need of replacement, here are some options which you can consider to beautify and customize your property.
Roof Customization Options
- Roofing Material: The most obvious way to change the look of your roof completely is by changing the type of roofing material you use. In the Venice community, asphalt shingle roofs are very popular on older homes. When the time comes for replacing the roof, many homeowners choose to upgrade to clay tile roofing. The terra cotta hues and earth tone textures are aesthetically pleasing; and the material will completely transform the look of your home. Tile is also known to be longer lasting and very easy to clean, making it a great choice. Metal roofs are also seeing a resurgence in residential roofing, as they can be highly reflective and exceptionally durable during crazy weather events. For those looking for a truly unique look to their home, stone or slate is a beautiful material which can last through the generations. (Stone roofs may require additional framing or structure due to their weight. Be sure to ask your roofing contractor about the totality of the cost of a stone roof,)
- Roof Color: You may wish to change the color of your roof for several reasons. If you are going for a total home makeover, you can coordinate the new home paint color with the roof; and with the new roofing material options, your possibilities are greatly enhanced. Tile, shingles, even metal now come in a variety of colors which can contrast or blend; and the days of a bland gray roof are long gone. Another option to change the color of your roof is not to change the materials, but to apply roof coatings which can lighten your existing roof. This not only changes the look of your home, but can provide benefits when it comes to keeping your roof (and by extension, your home) cooler and more energy efficient. Reapplying granules to a shingle roof which has experienced granular loss will also freshen up the roof and allow you to add reflective quality back onto the structure.
- Functional Upgrades: You may also customize your roof with the addition of functional features to enhance your living space and the way you live. For instance, you may choose to add a solar panel array to your roof, or consider the addition of skylights which will flood your home with natural light. Although not officially part of “the roof”, these additions are great renovations which will affect your roofing structure and add value to your home.
It is important to note that in this area, you may live in an HOA community. Homeowner associations often dictate the type of roof which you are allowed to have, so your roof customization may be more functional in nature (like adding a reflective coating.) Still, many HOAs will provide a color palette from which to work within, so you should be able to customize the roof to your style regardless. Never contract for changes to your roof until you speak with and get approval from your HOA.
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