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- Tile & Slate Roofing · Wisconsin

Tile & slate roofing in Wisconsin, measured in generations.

Clay, concrete and natural slate - among the longest-lasting roofs made, at 50–100 years. Non-combustible, colorfast, and installed to spec on Wisconsin homes after an honest look at whether your home can carry the weight.

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    GAF Master EliteTop 2% nationwide
    FORTIFIED1 of 4 in WI
    BBB A+10+ regions
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    Why tile or slate

    Roofs measured in generations, not years.

    Tile and slate cost more upfront - but they’re a roof you pass on, not one you replace. Here’s what makes them worth it.

    50–100 year lifespan

    Clay, concrete and slate are among the longest-lasting roofing materials ever made - a roof that can outlast the mortgage, and then some.

    Fire-resistant & solid

    Heavy, non-combustible materials that feel permanent and shrug off embers, high wind and decades of weather with almost no upkeep.

    Timeless, colorfast looks

    Clay is baked through and slate is quarried stone - the color and character are the material itself, so they hold for generations, not seasons.

    Three premium materials

    Clay, concrete or slate.

    Three ways to a premium, generational roof. We bring samples so you can see the profile and color against your home.

    Clay tile

    Mediterranean look Baked terracotta with a barrel-and-ridge profile and color that’s fired all the way through - the classic Spanish and Southwest look that never fades.

    Concrete tile

    Versatile value A dimensional, durable tile in many profiles at a more moderate price - a strong, long-lived roof with plenty of style options.

    Natural slate

    Generational Quarried natural stone - the premium, longest-lived option there is, with a depth and permanence nothing manufactured can match.

    Not sure tile or slate is right for your home or budget? We’ll tell you straight - and we install GAF asphalt systems → too.

    Tile & slate cost

    What a tile or slate roof costs in Wisconsin.

    Cost varies widely by material, profile and roof complexity, so treat these as a guide - your written, itemized estimate is free and exact.

    Concrete tile

    $9–$18per sq ft installedThe most affordable path into a tile roof - durable, versatile, and available in many profiles.

    ★ Most requested

    Clay tile

    $10–$22per sq ft installedBaked-in color and the timeless Mediterranean barrel look - premium curb appeal that never fades.

    Natural slate

    $15–$30+per sq ft installedQuarried stone and the longest life of any roof - the true generational investment.

    A typical Wisconsin home runs roughly $20,000 into the $50,000s depending on material and roof complexity - the written estimate governs. Financing available from a low monthly payment (on approved credit). See the full roofing cost guide →

    Compare your options

    Tile & slate vs. asphalt.

    A premium roof isn’t for every home or budget. Here’s the honest side-by-side so you can decide.

     
    Tile & slate
    Asphalt shingle
    Lifespan
    50–100 years
    15–30 years
    Fire
    Non-combustible
    Class A / good
    Weight
    Heavy - needs a structural check
    Light
    Maintenance
    Very low
    Periodic
    Look
    Timeless, colorfast
    Wide range
    Upfront cost
    Premium
    Lower
    Best for
    A generational roof
    Budget / value

    Want the value option? GAF asphalt shingles →  ·  Want long life at a lighter weight? Metal roofing →

    Is your home ready?

    Why the install matters most.

    Tile and slate are unforgiving of shortcuts - and much heavier than asphalt. Getting the structure and the details right is the whole game.

    We check the structure first

    Tile and slate are much heavier than asphalt. Before anything else, we assess whether your framing can carry the weight as it stands.

    Reinforce only if needed

    Many homes are fine as built. Where reinforcement is genuinely needed, we scope it honestly and up front - no surprises mid-project.

    Detailed to last a century

    Correct underlayment, battens, flashing and fastening are what make tile and slate reach their lifespan. Our own crews do it to spec, not to shortcut.

    BGC Earned, not claimed

    A generational roof needs a proven crew.

    A roof meant to last a century has to be installed like it. Buckshot is a GAF Master Elite and FORTIFIED-trained contractor, family-owned since 1979, with our own crews - no subcontractors on premium tile and slate work - and your workmanship coverage documented in writing.

    GAF Master EliteTop 2% of US roofers
    FORTIFIED Trained1 of 4 in Wisconsin
    BBB A+ Accredited10+ regions
    Licensed & InsuredWI DC-080900045
    How it works

    From structural check to final walkthrough.

    A premium roof deserves a careful, transparent process. Here’s how a Buckshot tile or slate project runs.

    Structural assessment & samples - we confirm your home can carry the weight (or scope reinforcement) and bring clay, concrete and slate samples to your door.
    Tear-off & high-performance underlayment - strip to the deck, repair it, and lay the robust ice-&-water and underlayment tile and slate require.
    Battens & material to spec - clay, concrete or slate installed to manufacturer and trade specification, with the correct fastening for our climate.
    Flashing, ridge & walkthrough - premium metal flashing and ridge detail, a clean site, and a final walkthrough with your coverage in writing.
    - Homeowners trust us

    4.9 stars, pulled straight from Google.

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    Joy I
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    When the big storms came through the Madison-area in April 2026, I immediately started looking for a reputable roofer—who also understood the importance of weather-resistant materials that can withstand hail and wind. It didn’t take me long to find Brad from BCG. We had damage that needed to be repaired before the next round of storms came through later that day and Brad had a crew out within hours. Our neighbors also had damage, and when their roofing company didn’t show up, Brad and his crew also took on fixing their damage on the spot. The contracting process was done over email and we were able to clearly understand all of the options available to us. On the day of install, the crew was efficient and fast with their work. But also, mistakes can happen. And what matters to us is not that there’s perfection (because that’s not realistic), but how a contractor deals with a mistake. As they were taking down the tarps when they were finished with the roof, one of our lights next to the garage broke. Brad helped find a replacement online and had it shipped directly to our house! Such great service! All in all, we were very happy with Brad and the service we received from him and BCG. We’ve since recommended their services to several of our friends and neighbors who also had storm damage. While I hope we won’t have to do that again for a long time, we would work with BCG again in a heartbeat!
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    Shelly Ziegler
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    I am extremely pleased with the service Matt Walmer from Buckshot General Contracting (BGC) provided for me during the hailstorm damage in Madison in April. I had just switched insurance companies one year ago and was worried about how much they would cover. Matt assured me everything would be taken care of and had nothing to worry about. True to his word he immediately answered phone calls during off hours even when he was with daughter at volleyball and answering texts in seconds Matt met up with assessor and arrived 20 minutes early. During roof replacement he stopped in 3 times to check the progress and next day he came back to do a walk around to make sure the cleanup was to his standards. I have been so blessed to work with Matt at BGC as my contractor as everything went so smoothly. No problems with my insurance company and I was the first one on my block to get my roof done. I also was telling Matt about some of my neighbors having problems with their insurance and he was willing to look at their paperwork and giving them advice on how to deal with them. I can proudly say I announced to them how good Matt was and gave them his card. Thank you so much Matt for your excellent service and being a great representative for Buckshot General Contracting. These days days it’s hard to find a business that is 100% committed to making sure the customer is their #1 concern. Going to be doing more work and sticking with them as I know it will be top quality.
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    Amy Stephens
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    We contacted BGC after storm damage and had them completely re-roof and re-side our house, garage, and shed. The entire process was incredibly smooth from start to finish. They were easy to work with, handled all the details, and made what could have been a stressful situation completely worry-free. Our contact, Jayce Kirkland, was outstanding. His professionalism, communication, and courteous demeanor were truly a breath of fresh air. He took care of everything for us and made sure the project stayed on track every step of the way. We couldn’t be happier with the experience and have and would highly recommend BGC to anyone needing roofing or siding work!
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    Rob Anast
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    Very customer focused company. Replaced my roof and siding after hail and wind damage 6 years ago. Second hail and damage storm this year and they are my vendor of choice again. In process now to replace my roof and siding.
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    paolo masone
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    Brad gave me a good price and the roof looks great! The roof was replaced in one day.
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    Doug Cooper
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    They did an excellent job! Fast, efficient and did a great job cleaning up.
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    christos karampetsos
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    My family member needed a roof replacement after the recent storm in Madison , Chad came out to inspect the roof and went over the options with us. Full roof replacement and the new roof looks GREAT, they were done with in 2 days and left no mess behind which was very thankful for. Thanks !!
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    Jason Montez
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    *update* number 2 I have been through about 4 different people now to get my issue fixed. They came and fixed the side that was leaking. The contractor that came out confirmed the siding wasnt installed properly and put in some flashing to fix the issue. Since it wasnt installed right i wanted the rest of the house done to prevent other issues and the company agreed to do that. Still not done and now im dealing with yet another person who has not contacted me to resolve my issue. Told them when this job was completed i wanted a new patio door as well to get the last year of the energy credit. Crickets. I have been very patient, but am beyond frustrated at this point. *update* After posting i was contacted regarding my review. Turns out the reason i wasn’t contacted was because my salesman is no longer with the company and never responded to tell me that when i called him (his number was still correct at the time of the call). I had a rep come to my home and immediately discuss solutions to the issue. Everything was done properly on my home, its just one of those things no one could foresee. I am beyond happy with the speed things are moving once i was contacted. Already making plans for additional work needed next season. Had windows and siding done. The windows crew was fantastic. Personable as well as professional. Siding crew was also great. My issue comes with the after care. My basement was leaking during rains. It also leaked running the sprinkler for new grass. Contacted my salesman and never heard back. Been probably a month? Had a contractor friend of mine come look and the issue was the siding wasnt ran low enough (or a piece of flashing would have worked as well) to stop water from coming through the basement from under the sill plate. Id have even paid to have it corrected, but no call. My issue is a simple one, but the aftercare deserves a one. The total score is because their crews were great. The people in admin simply need to be better. I had to remove foam that was trafficking water in and will be using flex seal to create a barrier since no call was made back. Update as of april, 2026. After some frustrating back and forth one of their contractors came our and looked at my situation late summer of 2025. Confirmed the siding wasnt done properly and installed flashing where the leak was and i haven’t had an issue since. Despite the numerous tornados weve had. With that said, Fall of 2025 i told them (after being informed the siding wasn’t done properly by their guy) i told them while the basement no longer seems to leak, i want the rest of the house covered with that flashing incase their are other problems. i dont want to refinish my basement to discover issues. The “salesman” essentially accused me of only wanting free things and after him explaining to me how awesome he was and that i was wrong, i stopped the phone call. The subcontractors they hire are overall solid, but some of the staff have made the company unusable for me. Just be cautious if you use them. Communication is great… until they get your money.
    - Frequently asked

    Tile & slate questions, answered.

    Clay is baked terracotta with rich, colorfast Mediterranean looks. Concrete is a versatile, lower-cost tile in many profiles. Slate is quarried natural stone - the premium, longest-lived option. We show you all three so you can weigh look, weight and cost.

    It varies widely by material, profile and roof complexity, so a single online number would only mislead. As a guide it runs roughly $9–$30 per sq ft installed, with a typical home from about $20,000 into the $50,000s. Your written, itemized estimate is free. See the cost guide →

    Often yes as built, but not always - tile and slate are much heavier than asphalt. We assess your framing first and tell you honestly whether it can carry the weight as-is or needs reinforcement before you commit.

    Yes. Tile and slate roofs are often repairable rather than replaced - we match the material and fix the flashing and underlayment failures that actually cause leaks. See roof repair.

    Yes. If tile or slate isn’t the right fit for your home or budget, we install GAF asphalt systems too, and we’ll tell you honestly which path makes the most sense.

    Yes - a free inspection and a written, itemized estimate, with no obligation. Family-owned since 1979, with our own crews.

    - Where we work

    Tile & slate roofing across southern Wisconsin.

    Two offices - our Madison, WI headquarters and our Brodhead, WI office - serving homeowners across Dane & Milwaukee counties and into southern Iowa. Check your area →

    ● Wisconsin · Headquarters

    Madison, WI Office

    621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5
    Madison, WI 53704

    Mon–Sat 8AM–5PM · 24/7 Storm Line

    ● Wisconsin · Brodhead Office

    Brodhead, WI Office

    17312 W Hafeman Rd
    Brodhead, WI 53520

    Mon–Sat 8AM–5PM · 24/7 Storm Line

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    A roof to pass down.

    Free inspection, an honest structural assessment, clay / concrete / slate samples to your home, and a written, itemized estimate. Family-owned since 1979, with our own crews, across Wisconsin and Iowa.

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