Homeowners: Send a Sample to ITEL

Find Matching Roofing and Siding BEFORE the Repair

Use ITEL to make sure the best matching product is ordered for your roofing or siding repair. We quickly provide the name, manufacturer, and color of the best matching product, as well as a list of dealers that sell the matching roofing or siding. ITEL is an independent laboratory that doesn't sell or manufacture replacement materials; you can trust our unbiased results to find the best match.

Looks matter!

When you look at your home, you want to see your house, not the repair. Starting with the right product helps you and your contractor reach a repair that matches the original, undamaged roofing or siding.

However, the market for roofing and siding is constantly changing. Homeowners and contractors can find it difficult to keep up with the constant product changes, and it can be next to impossible to track down discontinued styles. ITEL does the legwork for you and your contractor:

  • Accurate laboratory analysis: We perform detailed color and structural analysis to make sure the recommended matches are the best visual and dimensional fits for your home. We also verify that replacement matches have similar features to the original, such as algae-resistance on shingles.
  • Nation-wide database: Your roofing or siding may be discontinued in your area, making it difficult to find. Our product search can cover the entire country and point you to dealers that can ship to your local distributor.
  • Easy-to-read report: You receive an easy-to-read report by e-mail or fax (your choice) that will clearly show what product is the best match for your roofing or siding, and the closest dealers which carry the product. Download a sample report: sample roofing report or sample siding report.
  • Fast results: Using ITEL won't delay your roofing or siding repair; you get the report the next business day after we receive the sample.

Affordable Matching that Saves Time

Using ITEL is a great investment in preserving your home's appearance and value. ITEL charges a low fee for the matching and location service. Plus, with ITEL's pre-paid labels (downloadable below), you can save even more with fast UPS delivery.

Test and Shipping Fees
Product Matched Test Fee Shipping Fee Using
Downloaded Label		 Total
All Siding $140.00 $9.45 $149.45
Asphalt Roofing $140.00 $9.45 $149.45
All Other Roofing $197.00 $9.45 $206.45

Easy to do, with fast results.

You can get started now with these steps:

Step 1: Download the Free Kit

Click this link or the icon to download the free Homeowner's Siding and Roofing Match Kit (Adobe PDF Format). The kit contains:

  • Step-by-step instructions for collecting and sending a sample of roofing or siding
  • The brief form needed to submit your sample for analysis
  • Instructions on reading your laboratory report

Step 2: Print a Shipping Label

You can print a pre-addressed, pre-paid shipping label online through UPS by clicking the the button below. A new window or tab will open to print the shipping label. Once you have filled in the return address and printed the label, close the window to return to this page.

Step 3: Collect and Send the Sample and Form

Carefully read and follow the sample collection instructions downloaded above. When sending the sample, make sure to enclose a completed Test Request Form and your payment with the sample.

Submission Complete!

When using the pre-printed shipping label above, ITEL will receive your sample within two business days. Once ITEL receives your package, the sample is tested and results are sent to you on the next business day. If you're sending a sample at your insurance company's request

If you have any questions on the test results or need help with the labels and collection instructions, contact our Customer Service Team online, via e-mail, or at 800-890-ITEL (4835). Customer Service is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM Eastern Time.