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Aluminum & steel siding that shrugs off Wisconsin weather.
Metal siding doesn't rot, doesn't burn, and doesn't give woodpeckers a reason to visit. Buckshot installs, repairs, and storm-replaces aluminum and steel siding across Wisconsin and Iowa, with a free estimate and financing available.
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Free on-site siding estimate.
Tell us whether it's a new install, a replacement, a repair, or storm damage. We inspect on-site, talk through aluminum vs steel, and put real numbers in writing. No obligation.
— Aluminum vs Steel
SEC 01 / 07
Which metal makes sense for your home?
Both are tough, low-maintenance, and built for our climate. The honest difference comes down to impact resistance and budget. We'll walk you through it, no pressure either direction.
Aluminum siding
Steel siding
— What We Do
SEC 02 / 07
Install, replace, repair, and storm recovery.
One crew for the whole exterior, from a fresh install to the hailstorm claim years later.
Build new
New metal siding
Aluminum or steel installed over a proper moisture barrier, the detail that protects the sheathing.
Replace
Siding replacement
Old or failing siding removed, sheathing inspected, and new metal installed clean.
Fix it
Siding repair
Dented, loose, or storm-torn panels repaired, and we're honest when repair beats replacement.
After the storm
Storm, hail & insurance
We document the damage and handle the insurance claim alongside any roof damage.
— Why Metal Siding
SEC 03 / 07
Less to worry about, year after year.
Metal solves a few problems that wood and even vinyl can't, which is why a lot of Wisconsin homeowners make the switch.
Tough & long-lasting
Stands up to wind and weather without warping or cracking.
Non-combustible
Metal doesn't feed a fire the way some siding materials can.
Pest, rot & woodpecker proof
No rot, no insects, and nothing for woodpeckers to drill into.
Low maintenance
Baked-on color holds for years with little more than a rinse.
— Storm & Hail Damage
SEC 04 / 07
Hail hits siding too, not just the roof.
The same storm that dents your roof dents your siding. Most homeowner's policies cover hail and wind damage to siding, but only if the claim is documented properly. We inspect and photograph the siding, include it in the same adjuster scope as the roof, and make sure the claim covers the full exterior.
— Installed Right
SEC 05 / 07
The part you never see decides how long it lasts.
Good metal siding fails early when it's installed over a bad moisture barrier or with no room to move. We install a proper moisture barrier first, leave the right clearances, and finish the details, because that's what keeps water out of the sheathing for the long haul.
— Why Buckshot
SEC 06 / 07
Three Things That Differentiate Us
Licensed, claim-savvy, and financed if you need it.
After a big storm, out-of-state crews flood the market. We're the local, licensed contractor that's still here next year, and we make a metal-siding project doable whether you're paying out of pocket or through a claim.
— What Homeowners Say
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Madison, WI · Centerville, IA
— Metal Siding FAQ
FAQ
Neither is “better” across the board. Aluminum is lighter, rustproof, and easier on the budget, but it dents more easily. Steel is stronger and far more dent and hail resistant, at a higher upfront cost. If hail is a regular problem where you are, steel is worth the conversation. We’ll walk through both at your free estimate.
Aluminum can dent from larger hail and hard impacts. Steel is much more resistant. If your home takes a hailstorm, we inspect the siding closely, and dented panels are usually covered by insurance when the damage is documented properly.
Modern steel siding comes with protective coatings designed to resist corrosion for the long term. Rust generally only becomes a concern if the coating is breached and left unaddressed, which is part of why quality installation and repairs matter.
Yes. Metal handles freeze-thaw cycles without the cracking some materials show in extreme cold, and it won’t rot from snow and ice exposure. Installed over a proper moisture barrier, it’s a durable choice for our climate.
Most standard policies cover hail and wind damage to siding. Coverage depends on your policy type, ACV depreciates by age, RCV pays full replacement minus your deductible. We review your coverage with you during the free inspection. Storm damage details →
Metal siding generally costs more than vinyl and varies with the material, profile, home size, and condition of what’s underneath, so we give you a written number after a free on-site estimate rather than a guess online. Financing is available for qualified projects.
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Free Estimate · Financing · WI & IA
Tough siding, done right, financed if you need it.
New install, replacement, repair, or storm damage, start with a free on-site estimate and a written number. We respond within 2 hours.
Buckshot General Contracting, family-owned since 1979. Headquartered at 621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5, Madison, WI 53704, with a field office in Centerville, IA. WI Lic. DC-080900045 · IL Lic. 104017198. GAF Master Elite, FORTIFIED Provider, and BBB A+ accredited. Material suitability, timelines, and pricing are confirmed after a free on-site estimate and provided in writing. Financing available for qualified projects through our lending partner; terms vary. Insurance coverage depends on your individual policy. We are not Iowa public adjusters, nor do we offer public adjusting services (Iowa Code §522C). Credentials current as of publication.