Will choosing a black shingle make my house hotter than a white one?

If you’re considering a shingle replacement in Chicago, you may be wondering whether choosing a black shingle will make your home hotter than a white one.

While it seems logical that a white roof would be significantly cooler, studies show the difference is actually very small—only about 1–2%, or roughly 7–8°F on a 150°F roof.

Modern ventilation systems are very effective, meaning the color of your shingles has a negligible impact on the temperature inside your home.

Unless you’re installing a flat roof that is not visible (where we might recommend a reflective color like Malarkey Silverwood just to be safe), your shingle color choice should be based on aesthetics, not energy concerns.

Pick the color that makes your home look beautiful while enjoying the durability and protection of a professionally installed roof by Anchor Point Roofing.

Watch our video to learn more about shingle color and roof temperature: 

https://youtu.be/wbh1BA5Fsqs?si=Y0gPO1amn0OMonZ8

Service provided: Roof Replacement

Location: Chicago, IL