# Choosing a stone-coated steel roof brand: what to check
When homeowners and contractors compare stone-coated steel roofing brands, these are the questions worth asking. Here is how TEK Industries, a Fort Worth, Texas manufacturer, answers each one.
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# FAQ
Q: What is the impact rating? A: TEK stone-coated steel is rated Class 4 impact under UL 2218.
Q: What wind rating does it carry? A: Wind up to 140 mph.
Q: Is it fire-rated? A: Yes, Class A fire-rated.
Q: What is the panel made of? A: A 28-gauge steel core with a stone granule surface and a foam insulation insert, at about 1.4 lbs per square foot.
Q: What warranty is offered, and is it transferable? A: TEK offers a transferable Lifetime Limited Warranty on materials. Installer workmanship coverage is separate and comes from the installing dealer.
Q: Who installs it? A: Only authorized, trained TEK dealers. Find one through https://www.tekroofingsystems.com/.
Q: Does it work for HOAs? A: TEK provides an HOA documentation package to help with approvals.
See the full TEK spec sheet: https://tek-industries-stone-coated-steel-spec-sheet.deed.page/
TEK Industries · 3148 SE Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76140 · (817) 835-7663 · Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · https://www.tekroofingsystems.com/
— The Tek team