Lianro Metal Roofs installs the full DECRA Roofing Systems product line across Colorado - eight authentic profiles, Class 4 impact rating, 50-year limited warranty, and a 120 mph wind rating that fits Front Range conditions. With 45+ years of roofing experience and 60+ years in construction, our in-house crew has installed DECRA across Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, Monument, and the surrounding region for decades.
DECRA is the original stone-coated steel system - in continuous production since 1957 - and the benchmark that every other stone-coated brand is measured against. If you are weighing DECRA versus asphalt, versus tile, or versus another stone-coated brand, this page will give you the numbers and the trade-offs.
DECRA is a stone-coated steel roofing system that combines a galvanized steel core with kiln-baked stone chips bonded to an acrylic-locked UV-stable coating. The system was invented in New Zealand in 1957 and has been in continuous global production since - making it the longest-running stone-coated steel product on the market.
Each DECRA panel is engineered to absorb and disperse hail impact without cracking, denting visibly, or losing the stone surface. The interlocking panel design is installed on a wood batten system, with concealed fasteners that resist wind uplift and eliminate the granule loss that plagues asphalt shingles in Colorado's hail-heavy climate.
DECRA carries the highest available ratings across the categories that matter for Colorado homes: UL 2218 Class 4 impact resistance, Class A fire rating, and a 120 mph wind rating. Combined with a 50-year limited warranty that is transferable to one subsequent owner, DECRA is one of the longest-performing residential roofing systems on the market.
DECRA's profile catalog covers the look of cedar shake, clay tile, and architectural shingles - all in a Class 4 stone-coated steel system. These are the five profile families we install most often across Colorado:
Each profile comes in a range of colors and blends. We bring physical samples to every consultation so the choice gets made against the actual house, not a brochure.
Colorado is unkind to asphalt shingles. Four climate factors compound to shorten asphalt service life below the warranty period, and DECRA is engineered to handle each one differently:
The result is a roof that does not need replacement every 20-25 years like asphalt - it goes the full 50.
Stone-coated steel is a category, not a single product. Here is how the three brands Lianro installs compare on the specifications that matter for Colorado homeowners.
| Brand | Profiles | Warranty | Class 4 Impact | Wind Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DECRA | 8 | 50-year limited | Yes | 120 mph |
| Boral Steel | 4 | 50-year | Yes | 120 mph |
| Unified Steel | 6 | 50-year | Yes | 120 mph |
All three brands deliver Class 4 hail performance and a 50-year manufacturer commitment. The differentiator is profile catalog depth and the design heritage of each system. DECRA has the broadest profile range; Boral and Unified are strong choices when their specific profiles fit a home better.
DECRA's 50-year limited warranty is one of the longest residential roofing warranties in the industry. The warranty covers manufacturing defects, panel performance, and stone-coating adhesion. Like any manufacturer warranty, the terms have edges worth understanding before you sign a contract:
We provide the full warranty document at contract signing - read it, ask questions, and we will walk through it before you commit.
Every DECRA profile carries a UL 2218 Class 4 impact rating - the highest available. To earn Class 4, the roofing material must withstand a 2-inch steel ball dropped from 20 feet without cracking, splitting, or losing its protective surface. Hail of that size is not uncommon along the Front Range during late spring and summer storm season.
Most major Colorado homeowners insurers offer a premium discount for Class 4 roofs. The exact figure varies by carrier and policy, but the discount recurs every year for the life of the policy. For most Colorado Springs homes, the cumulative savings meaningfully offset the cost difference between a standard asphalt replacement and a DECRA install.
The compounding benefit is harder to put a number on but easier to feel: when the next hailstorm hits, a Class 4 DECRA roof is far less likely to sustain claimable damage. That keeps your claim history clean and your insurability intact long-term. For a deeper walk-through of how Class 4 fits into a hail claim, see our hail damage roof repair page.
DECRA performance depends on installation discipline. The system is engineered to be installed on a horizontal batten grid, with panels interlocking horizontally and vertically and concealed fasteners driving into the battens. Lianro installs DECRA strictly to the manufacturer's specification:
DECRA's standard color palette runs across earth tones, multi-blends, and architectural greys. Final color options depend on the profile - we bring physical chip samples to every consultation so the selection happens against the house.
Warm grey-brown blend - cedar shake aesthetic
Deep architectural grey - modern silhouette
Slate-blue accent - coastal and craftsman homes
Spanish-tile red - stucco and Southwest builds
Warm metallic brown - mountain home palette
Light tan blend - desert and prairie styles
Deep forest green - traditional alpine homes
Cool architectural grey - contemporary builds
Color availability varies by profile. We bring physical samples to every consultation - decisions made on a chip in the field beat decisions made from a digital swatch every time.
We bring DECRA samples, profile guides, and a written estimate to every consultation. The visit is free and the conversation is straightforward - we will tell you whether DECRA fits the home, what the install entails, and what the budget looks like in your specific case.
If DECRA does not fit the project, we will tell you. Some homes are better served by IKO architectural asphalt; some by Boral or Unified Steel. The point of the consultation is to make the right choice, not to sell DECRA.
Request a Free ConsultationDECRA runs 2-3x asphalt - roughly $13-$18 per sq ft installed in Colorado vs $5-$8 for asphalt. The 50-year warranty plus the Class 4 insurance discount close the lifecycle gap quickly: most homeowners are net-ahead within 15-20 years compared to two consecutive asphalt roofs over the same period.
DECRA roofs from the 1957 launch are still in service in New Zealand. In Colorado's climate, 50+ years is the practical expectation, backed by the manufacturer's 50-year limited warranty - which is fully transferable to one subsequent owner.
No. DECRA weighs roughly 1.4 lbs per sq ft - lighter than architectural asphalt (around 2.5 lbs/sq ft) and a fraction of clay tile (10+ lbs/sq ft). No structural reinforcement is needed for the vast majority of Colorado homes.
In most cases, yes. DECRA's eight profiles closely mimic shake, tile, and architectural shingle aesthetics - and Lianro has installed DECRA in HOAs from Briargate to The Meadows. We supply HOA submission packages with manufacturer documentation, profile samples, and local references when needed.
The stone chips are kiln-baked into a UV-stable acrylic coating, then bonded to the steel substrate. Some natural softening over decades is normal, but major fade or coating loss is covered under DECRA's 50-year warranty. Asphalt shingles, by comparison, lose granules continuously from year one.
Yes. A Class 4 impact-rated, 50-year transferable warranty roof is a documented appraisal lift in Colorado markets - especially in hail-prone neighborhoods where buyers are sensitive to roof condition and replacement timing. The transferable warranty is a hard line item in the listing description.
If you are weighing DECRA against asphalt - or against another stone-coated brand - the next step is a free consultation with samples in hand. We will walk the roof, take measurements, talk through profile and color options, and provide a written estimate within a week.
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Learn more about Lianro Metal Roofs, your trusted partner for high-quality roofing in the Colorado Springs and Denver area. With deep roots in construction and a legacy built on superior craftsmanship and personalized service, we are dedicated to providing discerning homeowners and businesses with durable, beautiful metal roofing solutions.
We’re a tight-knit, multi-generational team with deep roots in construction and roofing. No subcontractors—just highly trained in-house professionals.
We’ve completed thousands of successful installations. Our experience gives us the problem-solving skills and technical edge to handle any roof.
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