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- Synthetic & Composite Roofing · Madison, WI

Synthetic slate & shake roofing, without the upkeep.

Composite tiles molded from real slate and cedar - DaVinci and Brava - engineered for Wisconsin weather. Class A fire, Class 4 impact, lightweight, and a 40–50 year life, with none of the rot, moss or cleaning of natural wood.

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    GAF Master EliteTop 2% nationwide
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    Why composite

    Real-shake looks, modern materials.

    Composite gives you the character of natural slate or cedar, engineered to survive a Midwest winter - without the weight or the maintenance.

    The look of the real thing

    Tiles are molded from actual slate and cedar shakes, with color blended through the whole material. From the street, most people can’t tell the difference.

    Engineered for WI & IA weather

    Class A fire, Class 4 impact (the top tier for hail), and 110–130 mph wind ratings - built for the storms this region actually gets.

    Lightweight & low-maintenance

    No structural reinforcement like real slate needs, and no cleaning, rot or moss control like real cedar - just a beautiful roof that lasts 40–50 years.

    The looks

    Slate elegance or cedar warmth.

    Two classic profiles, both from premium composite brands like DaVinci and Brava. We bring samples so you can see them against your home.

    Composite slate

    Historic elegance Molded from natural slate with crisp, dimensional lines and multi-tonal color - the timeless slate look, at a fraction of natural slate’s weight and cost.

    Composite cedar shake

    Warm & natural Molded from real cedar shakes for a warm, hand-split texture - the character of a wood-shake roof with no rot, no moss, and no cleaning.

    Both carry manufacturer warranties up to 50 years (from DaVinci, Brava and similar) - we’ll go over the exact terms in writing at your estimate. Prefer the real thing? See natural cedar shake →

    Composite roof cost

    What a composite roof costs in Madison.

    Composite is premium - above asphalt, in the range of natural cedar, and far below natural slate. Your written estimate is free and exact.

    Composite shake

    $9–$14per sq ft installedThe warm cedar-shake look (DaVinci / Brava) - the entry point into premium composite.

    ★ Most requested

    Composite slate

    $11–$16per sq ft installedThe crisp, multi-tonal slate look - historic elegance without slate’s weight.

    Premium / designer blends

    $14–$20per sq ft installedHeavier profiles and custom color blends for character and historic homes.

    A typical Madison home runs roughly $18,000–$34,000 depending on size, pitch and profile - the written estimate governs. Financing available from a low monthly payment (on approved credit). See the full roofing cost guide →

    Compare your options

    Composite vs. real cedar vs. asphalt.

    No material is right for every home. Here’s the honest side-by-side so you can weigh look, upkeep and cost.

     
    Composite
    Real cedar
    Asphalt
    Lifespan
    40–50 years
    20–30 years
    15–30 years
    Look
    Molded from real slate/shake
    Authentic wood
    Dimensional
    Fire rating
    Class A
    Class C (treatable)
    Class A / good
    Impact (hail)
    Class 4 - top tier
    Low
    Good
    Maintenance
    Minimal
    Cleaning & moss control
    Periodic
    Upfront cost
    Premium
    Premium
    Lower
    Best for
    Look + low upkeep
    Purist wood look
    Budget / value

    Want the value option instead? GAF asphalt shingles →  ·  Prefer authentic wood? Real cedar shake →

    The honest case

    Composite isn’t right for every home.

    We’d rather you buy the right roof than the priciest one. Here’s the straight talk - and we’ll confirm it at your free inspection.

    Composite is a great fit when…
    It might not be the call when…
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    The install is what makes it last.

    A composite roof is only as good as the crew that installs it. Buckshot is a GAF Master Elite and FORTIFIED-trained contractor, family-owned since 1979, installing to each manufacturer’s spec so your DaVinci or Brava warranty stays valid - with materials and workmanship 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 we do it

    From inspection to final walkthrough.

    A premium roof deserves a premium install. Here’s how a Buckshot composite project runs.

    Free inspection & samples - we assess your roof and structure and bring physical DaVinci and Brava samples to see in your home’s light.
    Full tear-off & deck prep - strip to the deck, repair any soft sheathing, and install ice-&-water shield and high-performance underlayment.
    Manufacturer-spec install - composite tiles installed exactly to DaVinci / Brava specification - the only way the warranty stays valid.
    Trim, cleanup & walkthrough - matching ridge and flashing detail, a magnetic-nail sweep, 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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    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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    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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    *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

    Composite roofing questions, answered.

    It’s an engineered polymer tile molded from real cedar shakes or natural slate, with the color blended all the way through. Brands like DaVinci and Brava give you the look of slate or wood without the weight, rot or upkeep.

    Composite roofs typically last 40–50 years, and most carry manufacturer warranties up to 50 years. The material is UV-stable and color-through, so it resists fading, rot and insects far better than natural wood.

    Generally yes. Composite carries a Class A fire rating, a Class 4 impact rating (top tier for hail), and high wind ratings - and it needs no cleaning or moss control the way natural cedar does.

    From the street, most people can’t tell the difference, because the tiles are molded from real shakes and slate. Up close, purists may still prefer natural materials - an honest trade-off we’ll walk through.

    Composite is premium - above asphalt, in the range of natural cedar, and well below natural slate. It runs roughly $9–$16 per sq ft installed, and a typical home lands around $18,000–$34,000. Your written estimate is free. See the cost guide →

    Yes - Class 4 impact and 110–130 mph wind ratings suit Wisconsin and Iowa storms, and if a storm hits, we document the damage and handle the insurance claim for you.

    - Where we work

    Composite 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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