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—  In the Media & Recognition

Recognized by the people who set the standard.

The strongest statement about a contractor isn't a slogan, it's who's willing to put their name behind it. Buckshot's work is backed by independent industry recognition, from GAF, IBHS, and the BBB. Members of the media can reach us below.

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    —  Industry Recognition

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    The credentials that speak for us.

    We'd rather point you to what independent organizations have verified than to anything we could say about ourselves. Each of these is awarded and maintained by a third party.

    Awarded by GAF

    GAF Master Elite

    GAF reserves this certification for the top 2% of roofing contractors, those who are licensed, insured, and proven. It also lets us offer GAF's strongest warranties.

    Designated by IBHS

    FORTIFIED

    A construction standard from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety, an independent research body. FORTIFIED roofs are third-party verified.

    Better Business Bureau

    BBB A+ Rating

    An A+ rating reflects how we handle our business and our customers, assessed independently by the Better Business Bureau.

    Industry associations

    NRCA & WRCA

    Member of the National and Western States Roofing Contractors Associations, the trade bodies that set roofing best practices.

    Certifications

    InterNACHI & IICRC

    Inspection and restoration certifications through InterNACHI and the IICRC, the standards bodies for those specialties.

    Carrier programs

    Insurance Carrier Approvals

    Approved through major insurance carrier contractor programs, which vet contractors before adding them.

    Why this counts as more than a logo: anyone can print a badge. What matters is that each of these is issued and maintained by an independent organization with its own standards, and can be revoked. That's the kind of third-party validation worth trusting.

    2%

    GAF Master Elite Tier

    A+

    BBB Rating

    1979

    Family-Owned Since

    24

    States Licensed

    —  In the Media & Recognition

    Recognized by the people who set the standard.

    The strongest statement about a contractor isn't a slogan, it's who's willing to put their name behind it. Buckshot's work is backed by independent industry recognition, from GAF, IBHS, and the BBB. Members of the media can reach us below.

    BGC

    Media Inquiry · Prompt Reply

    Media & press inquiries

    Tell us your outlet, topic, and deadline — we respond promptly. Homeowners: call (608) 909-9109.

      2%

      GAF Master Elite Tier

      A+

      BBB Rating

      1979

      Family-Owned Since

      24

      States Licensed

      —  Why Third-Party Recognition Matters

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      A name behind the work, not just our own.

      Choosing a contractor is hard because most of the proof is invisible until something goes wrong. Independent recognition is one of the few signals you can check before you hire:

      —  Affiliations & Background

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      Family-Owned Since 1979

      Who Buckshot is, for the record.

      Buckshot General Contracting is a family-owned exterior contractor, in business since 1979, headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, with a team serving Centerville, Iowa, and licensed across 24 states. Our owner, Chad Yates, grew up in the trade in Orfordville, Wisconsin.

      We use our own crews rather than subcontractors, and we hold memberships and certifications with the organizations that set standards in our industry:

      —  For Members Of The Media

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      Working on a story?

      If you're a journalist or producer covering roofing, storm recovery, home improvement, or local business, we're glad to help, with an expert source, background, or comment.

      Expert commentary

      We can speak to roofing, storm damage, the insurance-claim process, and material choices for homeowners.

      Company background

      Facts on our history since 1979, credentials, leadership, and service area across Wisconsin and Iowa.

      Quick response

      Send your outlet, topic, and deadline using the form, and we'll get back to you promptly.

      A straight note: this page highlights independent recognition we've earned, not news coverage. If you publish a story featuring Buckshot, we'd be glad to know about it and may add a press section here. For now, the most reliable proof we can point to is the credentials above and our customers' own reviews.

      Media & press inquiries.

      Members of the media: tell us your outlet, what you're working on, and your deadline, and we'll get back to you promptly. For homeowner questions or estimates, our team is just a phone call away.

      For estimates or homeowner questions, call (608) 909-9109 instead.

      —  What Customers Say

      4.9★ · 80 Reviews

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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.

      —  Media & Recognition FAQ

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      Media Contact

      Homeowners: (608) 909-9109

      We’re a GAF Master Elite contractor (the top 2%), hold the FORTIFIED designation through IBHS, carry a BBB A+ rating, and are members of industry bodies including NRCA, WRCA, UASRC, InterNACHI, and the IICRC. Each is issued by an independent organization.
      No, and we want to be clear about that. These are industry credentials and certifications from third-party organizations, not news articles. They’re verifiable proof of how we work, and we think that’s more useful to a homeowner than a headline. If we’re featured in the press, we’ll add it here.
      Use the media inquiry form on this page, tell us your outlet, topic, and deadline, and we’ll respond promptly. We can provide expert commentary on roofing, storm recovery, and the insurance process, plus company background.
      Yes, that’s the point of them. Each can be confirmed with the issuing organization directly, GAF, IBHS, the BBB, and the relevant associations. We’re happy to point you to the right place.
      Of course. For estimates, repairs, or any roofing and exterior questions, call (608) 909-9109 or request a free estimate, that’s what we do every day. The form on this page is just for media requests.

      —  Explore

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      More about Buckshot.

      Credentials & Trust

      GAF Master Elite

      The top 2% distinction

      FORTIFIED Roofing

      The IBHS standard

      Customer Reviews

      What our customers say

      Warranties

      How your work is backed

      About & Contact

      Our Story

      Family-owned since 1979

      Contact Us

      Reach our team

      —  Home Base

      Madison, WI · Centerville, IA

      In the Media & Recognition

      Proof you can verify, not just claims.

      Independent recognition from GAF, IBHS, and the BBB is the kind of credibility you can confirm before you hire. Members of the media can reach us through the inquiry form, and homeowners can call anytime for a free estimate.

      Buckshot General Contracting is a family-owned exterior contractor (since 1979), headquartered at 621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5, Madison, WI 53704, with a team serving Centerville, Iowa, and licensed across 24 states. The recognition shown on this page consists of third-party industry credentials and certifications (including GAF Master Elite, FORTIFIED, and a BBB A+ rating), not news or press coverage. GAF and Master Elite are trademarks of GAF, and Buckshot is an independent GAF Master Elite contractor and is not GAF. FORTIFIED is a program of the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS); Buckshot is not IBHS. Credentials are current as maintained with each issuing organization and can be independently verified.

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