Illinois

— Illinois · Roofing & Exteriors

A licensed Illinois roofer you can actually trust.

Buckshot is a licensed Illinois contractor (IL Lic. 104017198), family-owned since 1979. Roofing, siding, gutters, and storm and insurance work, done by our own crews and backed by top manufacturer credentials. Tell us your town and we'll confirm we cover you.

✓Licensed in Illinois✓Since 1979✓Any insurance carrier

BGC

Free Illinois roof estimate

WI & IA · We respond in 2 hours

Tell us where you are in Illinois.

Send us your town and what you need, and we'll confirm we cover your area and set up a free estimate or inspection. For storm emergencies we respond 24/7. The estimate is free with no obligation, and we respond within 2 hours.

✓Free estimate✓Licensed in IL✓24/7 emergency✓Since 1979

1979Family-Owned SinceILLicensed Contractor4.9★200+ Reviews Companywide

24/7Storm Response

— What We Do In Illinois

SEC 01 / 07

Full-service roofing & exteriors.

From a single repair to a full storm rebuild, we handle the whole exterior of your home, with our own crews, not subcontractors.

Residential Roofing →

Roof repair and replacement, asphalt shingles, and full systems installed by our own crews.

Commercial Roofing →

Flat and low-slope systems, TPO and EPDM, for businesses and multi-family properties.

Siding →

Vinyl and fiber cement siding, installed moisture-barrier-first so it lasts through the seasons.

Seamless Gutters →

Seamless gutters and guards, fabricated on-site and color-matched to your home.

Storm Damage →

Wind, hail, and storm damage repair with 24/7 emergency response and tarping.

Insurance Claims →

We document storm damage and work with any carrier. You pay your deductible, we handle the rest.

— Licensed & Legitimate

SEC 02 / 07

A real, licensed contractor, not a storm-chaser.

After a big storm, out-of-state crews flood in, take deposits, and disappear. We're the opposite: an established, licensed Illinois contractor with a decades-long track record and credentials you can verify.

IL Lic. 104017198, a licensed Illinois contractor you can look up.Family-owned since 1979, here before the storm and after it.Our own crews, we don't subcontract the work out.Top manufacturer credentials, GAF Master Elite and FORTIFIED certified.

— Credentials That Matter

SEC 03 / 07

Vetted & Verified

The credentials behind the work.

These aren't just logos. Each one represents training, insurance, and a track record that a manufacturer or body independently checked, and that protect you and your warranty.

— Storm & Insurance Work

SEC 04 / 07

Illinois weather is hard on roofs.

Thunderstorms, high wind, hail, and hard winters all take their toll. When a storm hits, we respond fast and handle the insurance side with you.

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Wind & tornado

High wind lifts and tears shingles, often without blowing them clear off. We find it and document it. Wind →

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Hail damage

Hail bruises shingles and knocks off granules, shortening roof life. We assess it properly. Hail →

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Winter & ice dams

Hard winters bring ice dams that back water up under shingles. We fix the leak and the cause. Ice dams →

— How It Works

SEC 05 / 07

Simple, from first call to finished.

No pressure and no surprises. Here's how a project goes from your first message to a roof or exterior you can stop thinking about.

    
 
 
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   Joy I 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brad gave me a good price and the roof looks great!  The roof was replaced in one day.
  
 
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   Doug Cooper 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They did an excellent job! Fast, efficient and did a great job cleaning up.
  
 
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   christos karampetsos 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 !!

— Home Base

Madison, WI · Centerville, IA

— Illinois FAQ

SEC 06 / 07

Serving Illinois

(608) 909-9109

Free estimate · licensed in IL

Q.01 — Are you licensed to work in Illinois?

Yes. We’re a licensed Illinois contractor, IL Lic. 104017198, and family-owned since 1979. We’re licensed across multiple states and carry the insurance and credentials a legitimate contractor should.

Q.02 — What parts of Illinois do you serve?

We serve Illinois homeowners and businesses from our regional operation. Coverage depends on your location, so the fastest way to know is to tell us your town and we’ll confirm we cover you and set up a free estimate. Tell us your town →

Q.03 — What services do you offer?

The full exterior: residential and commercial roofing, siding, seamless gutters, and storm and insurance restoration. We do repairs and full replacements, all with our own crews. See our services →

Q.04 — Do you handle storm damage and insurance claims?

Yes, it’s a core part of what we do. We respond 24/7 for emergencies, document the damage for your claim, meet your adjuster, and work with any carrier. You pay your deductible, we handle the rest. How claims work →

Q.05 — How do I know you're not a storm-chaser?

Storm-chasers are unlicensed, out-of-town, and gone after the job. We’re a licensed Illinois contractor, family-owned since 1979, with GAF Master Elite and FORTIFIED credentials and our own crews. You can verify our license and our reviews. Why that matters →

Q.06 — Is the estimate really free?

Yes. Estimates and inspections are free with no obligation. We’ll give you an honest assessment and a clear, itemized estimate, and you decide from there. Free estimate →

— Explore

SEC 07 / 07

Services & other areas.

Popular Services

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Free Estimate · Licensed In Illinois

Let's take care of your Illinois home.

Tell us your town and what you need. We'll confirm we cover your area, set up a free estimate or inspection, and give you a straight, no-pressure assessment. Licensed Illinois contractor, family-owned since 1979, and we work with any insurance carrier.

Buckshot General Contracting is a licensed Illinois contractor (IL Lic. 104017198), family-owned since 1979, serving Illinois homeowners and businesses from its regional operation; service availability depends on your location, so contact us to confirm coverage for your area. Star ratings and review counts reflect Buckshot customers companywide across our service area, not a single state or location. Insurance coverage, claim approval, scope, and out-of-pocket cost depend on your policy, deductible, and the documented cause and extent of damage; coverage is determined by your insurer, not by Buckshot. Estimates are free with no obligation. WI Lic. DC-080900045 · IL Lic. 104017198 · Family-Owned Since 1979.