DECRA Roofing: products and EPD coverage snapshot
Stone‑coated steel has a loyal following for steep‑slope roofs, and DECRA is one of the names people recognize instantly. If buyers ask for Environmental Product Declarations and you do not have them, bids slow down and swaps happen. Here is a crisp look at DECRA’s lineup and how their environmental reporting stacks up today.
Who DECRA is
DECRA is a specialty roofing manufacturer focused on stone‑coated steel for residential and light commercial projects. Think the look of shake or tile with the durability of metal, built for high‑wind and hail country.
What they sell
The portfolio centers on four families that mirror classic roof looks. Shingle profiles mimic asphalt, shake profiles mimic cedar, and tile profiles lean Mediterranean or barrel. Add colorways and trim pieces, and the practical SKU count is in the dozens. Accessories like ridge, hips, and fasteners round out the system.
EPD status at a glance
As of December 18, 2025, we could not find any publicly available product‑specific EPDs for DECRA’s stone‑coated steel lines. If an EPD exists under a different corporate banner or program operator, it is not readily discoverable in common specifier channels. Coverage today appears limited for the core roof panels and matching accessories.
Why this matters in bids
On projects chasing carbon targets or LEED v5, products with third‑party verified EPDs are easier to document. Without an EPD, design teams often must use conservative default factors, which can make substitutions more likely when time is tight. An EPD keeps the product in play on performance, not only price.
Competitors DECRA meets on jobs
Direct stone‑coated steel competitors include Tilcor, Unified Steel from Westlake Royal, Gerard, and Roser. On steep‑slope work, specifiers also weigh asphalt shingles from GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning, plus clay or concrete tile from regional tile makers. Many of these brands publish EPDs for parts of their roofing or envelope ranges with recognized program operators such as Smart EPD, UL, or NSF, which simplifies credit documentation for teams.
Where the first EPD would pay off
A product‑specific EPD for a flagship profile like Shake or Villa Tile would cover a meaningful share of sales and the most common assemblies. If trim components share the same bill of materials, the same study can often extend with minimal extra effort. That single document would unlock compliance for owners who require verified disclosures in their specs.
Data you already have is the bottleneck buster
Stone‑coated steel EPDs usually hinge on three datasets. Coil steel with mill EPDs or robust declarations from suppliers. Coating and granular media with precise formulations. Plant utilities and yields tied to a defined reference year. The faster those numbers are pulled, the faster a credible LCA flows into a third‑party EPD. Teams that choreograph data collection well publish weeks sooner, not months.
PCR fit and scope choices
For steep‑slope metal roofing, the common path is a product‑specific EPD under EN 15804 or ISO‑aligned rules used by leading program operators. The boundaries are often cradle‑to‑gate with end‑of‑life scenarios disclosed, which aligns with what specifiers expect to compare across options. Picking the same rulebook competitors use keeps apples to apples.
The upside in plain terms
An EPD is not just paperwork. It reduces friction in submittals, keeps the product visible on low‑carbon projects, and protects margin when bids get tight. One well‑placed EPD on a hero SKU can be the difference between making the short list or getting quietly swapped. That return is real, and it’s often felt on the very next mid‑sized project win. If that sounds like common sense, it is definately common sense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does DECRA currently offer product‑specific EPDs for its stone‑coated steel panels?
As of December 18, 2025, we could not locate public product‑specific EPDs for DECRA’s core profiles. If any exist under another corporate name or operator, they are not easy to find for specifiers.
Which DECRA products should be prioritized for the first EPD?
Target the top‑selling shake or tile profile and include matching trim. One EPD that covers the hero SKU and common accessories will unlock most steep‑slope specs.
What data is critical to build a credible EPD for stone‑coated steel roofs?
Supplier declarations for coil steel and coatings, precise plant utility and yield data for a defined reference year, and packaging and outbound transport details for the declared unit.
Who are DECRA’s frequent competitors on jobs where EPDs matter?
Stone‑coated peers like Tilcor, Unified Steel, Gerard, and Roser, plus substitute categories such as asphalt shingles from GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning, and clay or concrete tile makers.
About the Author
Walker Ryan is a climate-tech entrepreneur focused on driving industrial decarbonization through better data. As the founder and CEO of Parq, he helps manufacturers generate high-quality, third-party–verified carbon disclosures at scale—accelerating a traditionally slow and expensive process. Before starting Parq, Walker led over $200 million in sustainability-focused investments as VP of Strategy & Growth at ReStream Solutions, following earlier experience in investment banking at Deutsche Bank. He brings a rare mix of capital markets expertise and hands-on sustainability knowledge to tackling the infrastructure of industrial emissions.
