Stone-Coated Steel Roofing in Fort Collins & Northern Colorado

Premium Metal Roofing Built for Colorado Weather

For homeowners looking for a roofing system that combines long-term durability with a more traditional appearance, stone-coated steel is one of the most compelling options available.

Solstice Roofing installs Unified Steel® Stone Coated Roofing by Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions throughout Fort Collins and Northern Colorado. Unified Steel combines the strength of steel roofing with a stone-coated finish designed to replicate the texture and appearance of traditional shake, shingle and tile roofing.

It is an excellent option for homeowners who want the durability of metal roofing without necessarily wanting the appearance of traditional standing seam metal.

Why Choose Stone-Coated Steel Roofing?

Colorado roofs are exposed to hail, high winds, snow, intense UV exposure and large temperature swings. Unified Steel roofing systems are engineered specifically with extreme-weather performance in mind.

Depending on the selected profile and roofing assembly, Unified Steel systems offer advanced resistance to hail, wind and fire, making stone-coated steel particularly well suited for homes along Colorado's Front Range.

Unlike traditional asphalt shingles, the primary roofing panel is manufactured from steel. The exterior stone-coated finish gives the roof dimension, texture and color while allowing homeowners to choose an architectural style that complements their home.

Benefits of Unified Steel Stone-Coated Roofing

Class 4 impact-resistant options
Very Severe Hail (VSH) rated systems
Class A fire-rated assemblies - to meet Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code and Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Standards.
High-wind performance
Lightweight steel construction
Resistance to cracking and impact damage
Low-maintenance roofing system
Wide selection of colors and profiles
Long-term manufacturer warranty options
Traditional shake, shingle and tile appearances with the durability of steel

For homeowners planning to remain in their home long term, stone-coated steel can provide an alternative to replacing an asphalt shingle roof multiple times over the life of the property.

Unified Steel Roofing Styles

One of the biggest advantages of Unified Steel is that homeowners aren't limited to a single metal-roof appearance.

Westlake Royal currently offers five Unified Steel profiles, allowing us to match the roofing system to the architecture of the home.

Pine-Crest Shake

Pine-Crest Shake provides the dimensional appearance and texture of traditional wood shake while using steel as the underlying roofing material.

This is one of our favorite options for Colorado homes where homeowners want the character of shake roofing combined with the durability and weather resistance of stone-coated steel.

Cottage Shingle

Cottage Shingle provides a more traditional shingle appearance for homeowners who like the familiar look of asphalt or dimensional shingles but want to move into a premium steel roofing system.

Pacific Tile

Pacific Tile provides the appearance of traditional tile roofing while maintaining the lighter weight of a steel roofing system.

This can be particularly attractive for homeowners who want the architectural character of tile without the weight associated with traditional concrete or clay tile.

Barrel-Vault Tile

Barrel-Vault Tile creates the distinctive curved appearance associated with traditional barrel-style tile roofs. It can complement Mediterranean, Spanish and other architectural styles while providing the performance benefits of a steel roofing system.

With profiles ranging from rustic shake and dimensional shingles to traditional tile, Unified Steel allows homeowners to choose a roof based on both performance and architectural design.

Stone-Coated Steel vs. Asphalt Shingles

Both roofing systems can be good choices, but they serve different homeowner priorities.

Asphalt shingles generally offer a lower initial investment and remain the most common residential roofing material in Northern Colorado. Premium Class 4 shingles can provide excellent performance when properly installed.

Stone-coated steel typically requires a higher initial investment but is designed as a much longer-term roofing solution. It provides the durability of steel, premium weather resistance and a distinctive appearance that can significantly change the look of a home.

When comparing the two, we help homeowners consider:

Initial project cost
Expected time in the home
Hail and wind exposure
Insurance considerations
Maintenance
Architectural style
Long-term replacement costs
Manufacturer warranties

Our goal isn't to push every homeowner toward the same roofing material. It's to explain the differences clearly so you can decide which system makes the most sense for your home and long-term plans.

Stone-Coated Steel vs. Standing Seam Metal

We install both stone-coated steel and standing seam metal roofing, but they provide very different aesthetics.

Standing seam metal offers the clean, modern appearance of long vertical metal panels with concealed fasteners.

Stone-coated steel uses smaller formed steel panels with a textured stone finish to replicate traditional shake, shingle or tile.

Homeowners who want the durability of steel but prefer a more traditional residential appearance often gravitate toward stone-coated steel.

Proper Installation Matters

Stone-coated steel is not installed the same way as asphalt shingles.

Unified Steel provides specific installation systems, accessories and installation requirements for its different profiles. Depending on the roof and selected product, systems may utilize direct-to-deck or batten installation methods.

Our experienced Solstice Roofing crews pay close attention to the details that make the entire roofing system work together, including:

Roof deck preparation
Underlayment
Ice and water protection
Panel layout
Fastening
Valleys
Ridges and hips
Eave and rake details
Wall and chimney flashing
Roof penetrations
Attic ventilation
Manufacturer installation requirements

These details matter just as much as the roofing material itself.

Why Solstice Roofing for Stone-Coated Steel?

Solstice Roofing specializes in more than one type of roofing.

Our experienced team installs asphalt shingles, stone-coated steel, standing seam metal, exposed-fastener metal and low-slope roofing systems throughout Northern Colorado.

That experience allows us to evaluate the entire roof rather than simply recommend the same material for every project.

We work directly with leading roofing manufacturers, including Unified Steel and Westlake Royal, and install each roofing system according to the manufacturer's requirements.

Every Solstice Roofing installation also includes our 5-Year Workmanship Warranty, providing local accountability in addition to applicable manufacturer warranty coverage.

Is Stone-Coated Steel Right for Your Home?

Stone-coated steel is worth considering if you're replacing your roof and looking for something beyond a traditional asphalt shingle.

It can be especially attractive for homeowners who:

Plan to stay in their home long term
Want increased resistance to severe Colorado weather
Prefer the appearance of shake, shingle or tile
Want the durability of a steel roofing system
Are comparing premium roofing options
Want to reduce the likelihood of repeatedly replacing their roof over time

Solstice Roofing can inspect your existing roof and help you compare Unified Steel stone-coated steel, Class 4 asphalt shingles and standing seam metal roofing based on your home's architecture, budget and long-term goals.

Serving Fort Collins, Loveland and communities throughout Northern Colorado and the Front Range.

Contact Solstice Roofing to schedule a roof inspection or learn more about Unified Steel stone-coated steel roofing.

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