Compass Exteriors recently completed a hybrid roof replacement in Pembroke, NH that required more than a standard asphalt shingle installation. This project included a full asphalt shingle roof replacement on the main pitched roof, a matching gazebo roof replacement, an EPDM rubber roof system on a low-slope section, and a black metal ice belt across the eaves for added protection and a clean finished look. For the main roof, our crew installed Owens Corning TruDefinition Duration shingles in Peppercorn. Peppercorn is one of Owens Corning’s designer shingle colors and has become a popular choice for New Hampshire homeowners who want a roof with depth, contrast, and a more refined look than a basic gray or black shingle. On this Pembroke home, the Peppercorn shingles gave the roof a sharp architectural finish while still fitting naturally with the style of the property. One detail that made this project unique was the gazebo roof. Instead of only replacing the roof on the house, Compass Exteriors also replaced the gazebo roof using the same Owens Corning Peppercorn shingles. Matching accessory structures is an important detail that can make a property feel more complete. When a detached gazebo, porch, shed, or outbuilding has an older or mismatched roof, it can take away from the finished look of the main home. By carrying the same shingle color across both structures, the entire property now has a more consistent and intentional exterior appearance. This roof also included a low-slope section that required a different roofing solution. Asphalt shingles are designed for pitched roofs that shed water efficiently. On flatter or low-slope roof areas, shingles are often not the right product because water moves more slowly and can sit longer after rain, snow melt, or ice buildup. For that portion of the Pembroke roof replacement, Compass Exteriors installed an EPDM rubber roofing system. EPDM is a proven membrane roofing material commonly used on flat and low-slope roof sections because it creates a watertight surface where traditional shingles are not the proper fit. Hybrid roof systems are common on New England homes, especially properties with additions, porches, dormers, sunrooms, or roof sections that were built at different times. The key is recognizing that each roof area needs to be treated based on pitch, drainage, exposure, and long-term performance. On this project, using Owens Corning Duration shingles on the pitched roof and EPDM rubber roofing on the low-slope section allowed each part of the roof to be rebuilt with the material best suited for that area. To improve protection along the lower roof edge, Compass Exteriors also installed a black metal ice belt across the eaves. Ice belts are especially useful in New England because the eave area is one of the most vulnerable parts of the roof during winter. Snow, ice, and freeze-thaw cycles can put extra stress on the lower roof edge, and a properly installed metal ice belt helps create a durable, clean transition in that high-exposure area. The black finish also paired well with the Peppercorn shingles, giving the roofline a sharper and more intentional appearance. For homeowners searching for roof replacement in Pembroke, NH, this project is a good example of why it is important to hire a roofing contractor that understands more than just shingle installation. A roof with multiple conditions needs careful product selection, proper detailing, and a crew that knows when asphalt shingles are appropriate, when a membrane system like EPDM is the better solution, and when an upgraded detail like a metal ice belt can add both function and curb appeal. Compass Exteriors completed this Pembroke, NH roof replacement with a focus on long-term protection, curb appeal, and clean workmanship. The finished result gave the homeowner a durable Owens Corning asphalt shingle roof, a matching gazebo roof, a properly installed EPDM rubber section for the low-slope area, and a black metal ice belt that strengthened the eave detail while tying the system together visually. For Southern New Hampshire homeowners dealing with mixed roof pitches, older roof sections, or winter exposure at the eaves, this project shows how the right combination of materials can create a stronger, cleaner, and more reliable roofing system.