Every year brings new products and new color lines. Here is what we saw homeowners in North Texas choosing in 2024, and what is worth considering on your own roof.
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Impact-resistant shingles
The biggest shift here. More homeowners chose Class 4 impact-resistant shingles when replacing a hail-damaged roof. They cost more than standard architectural shingles, but they hold up much better to hail, and many Texas insurers offer a premium discount for them.
Darker colors
Charcoal, black and deep gray shingles were the most popular colors, often paired with white or light gray siding and black trim. Darker colors absorb more heat, so attic ventilation matters even more with them.
Designer profiles
Thicker, more dimensional shingles that imitate slate or wood shake became more common on higher-end homes. Lines like GAF Camelot and Grand Manor and CertainTeed Belmont give that look while keeping asphalt's cost and ease of repair.
Metal accents
Standing-seam metal on porches, bay windows and entry roofs, with shingles on the main roof, added contrast without the cost of an all-metal roof.
Cool roofing
Reflective shingles and lighter colors that keep the attic cooler drew more interest, especially from homeowners with high summer electric bills.
Solar-ready roofs
Homeowners planning solar replaced their roofs first, so the new roof and the panels would have similar lifespans. Removing and reinstalling panels to replace an old roof later adds real cost.
Better underlayment
Synthetic underlayment has largely replaced felt. It is lighter, stronger and more tear-resistant, and it holds up better if the roof is left open during a rain delay.
What has not changed
Trends come and go. Proper flashing, balanced ventilation, correct nailing and a crew that shows up when there is a problem still matter more than the color.
Want to see samples of current colors against your house? Call (855) 741-ROOF and we will bring them out.