Buckshot repairs, replaces and installs siding across Wisconsin. Family-owned since 1979, never subcontracted. Vinyl, fiber cement, engineered wood or steel, over a moisture barrier built for freeze-thaw and hail. Hail claims documented, scoped and taken to your adjuster. Free quote, financing on approval.
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Repair a few elevations or replace the whole wall. Six materials below, each with a different installed cost, service life and tolerance for a Wisconsin winter. Follow any one for the detail, or we narrow it down on site.
The default on most Wisconsin re-sides. No repainting, 20 to 25 years of service in this climate, dozens of profiles and colours. Always over a proper house wrap.
Holds paint fifteen years or more, refuses to crack in freeze-thaw, and takes hail that dents vinyl. Fire-resistant. The right call once storm damage has cost you a re-side already.
Metal panels for exposed lots and long holds. Dent-resistant, no rot, no repainting, and the longest service life of anything we fit in Wisconsin.
Real cedar where the architecture calls for it. Sealing runs on a cycle, so we set the maintenance interval before you commit rather than after.
Vinyl with rigid foam bonded behind the panel. Adds R-value to the wall, stiffens it against hail, and removes the hollow sound of standard vinyl.
The look of cedar with far less upkeep. Factory-finished, dimensionally stable through Wisconsin humidity swings, and lighter to hang than fiber cement.
We measure the elevations and price both materials against your actual wall build, so the comparison is your house rather than a national average. Financing is available on approved credit.
Most Wisconsin siding work starts with a storm, not a renovation budget. We scope the damage in your carrier’s format, carry the claim, and fit the replacement ourselves. Licence, pricing and warranty below.
Wisconsin Contractor License DC-080900045, plus full liability cover. Check any contractor against the Wisconsin DSPS register before you sign. Ours stays current.
Square-foot pricing taken from jobs we completed in Wisconsin, not a national average. The on-site estimate prices your elevations, your wall build and your access.
Hail hits siding and roof in the same storm, and carriers routinely scope only the elevation facing the strike. We photograph all four, write the estimate in the carrier's format, meet the adjuster on the wall and pursue the supplement. You pay the deductible.
Overflowing gutters rot the fascia and drive water behind the panels. Every siding inspection includes a check of the drainage above it.
Few homeowners keep ten to twenty thousand aside for siding. Financing through our lending partner spreads it, so failing or storm-damaged panels come off now.
A moisture barrier goes on before any panel. Without one, water reaches the sheathing inside two or three Wisconsin winters, and that repair costs more than the siding did.
Dented, cracked or punctured panels are covered under most homeowner policies, but only when the damage is documented before it is repaired. We photograph every elevation, scope the claim in the carrier’s own format and meet the adjuster on site. You pay the deductible and we handle the rest.
$7 to $12 per square foot installed. A 2,000 square foot home lands around $10,000 to $16,000.
$10 to $18 per square foot installed. A 2,000 square foot home lands around $14,000 to $22,000.
Most Wisconsin policies pay full replacement less the deductible. Replacement cost value pays in full. Actual cash value depreciates by age.
Spread the cost through our lending partner on approved credit. Ask for current terms when you call.
The two materials cover most Wisconsin re-sides, and the decision usually comes down to how long you intend to own the house. The table compares installed cost, service life here, hail resistance and freeze-thaw behaviour.
FACTOR
VINYL SIDING
FIBER CEMENT
Installed cost
$7–$12 / sq ft
$10–$18 / sq ft
Lifespan in Wisconsin
20–25 years
30–50 years
Hail resistance
Dents at ½″ hail, cracks at 1″
Impact-resistant, holds up to most hail
Freeze-thaw performance
Can crack if struck in extreme cold
Does not crack in freeze-thaw
Painting required
No – color is in the material
Yes – holds paint 15+ years
Fire resistance
Not rated
Fire-resistant
Best for
Most standard residential budgets
Long-term owners & repeated hail exposure
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Joy ITrustindex 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!Posted on Google![]()
Shelly ZieglerTrustindex 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.Posted on Google![]()
Amy StephensTrustindex 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!Posted on Google![]()
Rob AnastTrustindex 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.Posted on Google![]()
paolo masoneTrustindex 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.Posted on Google![]()
Doug CooperTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
They did an excellent job! Fast, efficient and did a great job cleaning up.Posted on Google![]()
christos karampetsosTrustindex 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 !!Posted on Google![]()
Jason MontezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
*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.
Well-installed vinyl typically lasts 20 to 25 years here – slightly less than the rated lifespan because Wisconsin’s freeze-thaw, UV and hail accelerate wear. Fiber cement in the same climate can last 30 to 50 years with periodic repainting.
Yes. Hail that damages your roof almost always damages siding too – dents, cracks or punctures. Vinyl dents at about ½″ hail; fiber cement is far more impact-resistant.
Often yes, if the claim is properly documented. We document siding and roof together, attend the adjuster meeting, and advocate for a complete scope – you pay your deductible and we handle the rest. See how claims work →
Vinyl runs about $7–$12 per sq ft installed; fiber cement about $10–$18. A typical 2,000 sq ft home is roughly $10,000–$16,000 for vinyl or $14,000–$22,000 for fiber cement. On-site estimates are free and specific to your home.
Most full siding replacements are completed in two to three days, depending on the size of the home and the material.
Yes – and after a storm it’s often the smart move. Hail usually damages both, so one crew, one insurance claim and one project saves time and money.
Two offices, our Madison, WI headquarters and our Brodhead, WI office, put crews across southern and eastern Wisconsin, with storm work reaching northern Illinois and southern Iowa. If you want the detail for your own town, the service-area pages below carry the local crew, response time and recent jobs. Check your area →
621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5
Madison, WI 53704
Mon–Sat 8AM–5PM · 24/7 Storm Line
17312 W Hafeman Rd
Brodhead, WI 53520
Mon–Sat 8AM–5PM · 24/7 Storm Line
Hail damage, tired vinyl, or a first re-side you want specified properly. We handle the material selection, the installation, the insurance claim and the financing. Free estimates Monday to Saturday.
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