Cedar & Wood Siding · WI & IA

Cedar siding in Wisconsin and Iowa, family‑owned since 1979.

Buckshot installs and replaces cedar and wood siding across Wisconsin and Iowa. GAF Master Elite crews, free on-site estimate, itemized in writing. Every wall gets a moisture barrier before the wood goes on.

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Wood profiles

Cedar siding profiles to choose from.

Three classic cedar profiles, three very different characters. Tap one to see where it shines.

.Clapboard & bevel

.Shingles & shakes

.Board & batten

.Clapboard & bevel

.Shingles & shakes

.Board & batten

Why cedar and wood

Why choose cedar siding.

Cedar sits at the premium end of siding. Here is what you get for the money.

Natural beauty and warmth

Cedar and natural wood give a home warmth and character that no synthetic material fully copies, which is the whole reason people choose it.

Real grain, takes stain

Cedar grain takes stain beautifully, so you can dial in the exact tone you want, from a light natural to a deep, rich finish.

Premium curb appeal

Nothing lifts a facade quite like real wood. It reads as quality from the street and adds genuine character to the whole home.

A real, workable material

Wood is a material we can shape, trim and adapt to your home details, rather than a mould everyone else is using too.

Timeless and versatile

From Colonial clapboard to modern board and batten, cedar suits almost any architecture and never looks dated.

Decades, kept on schedule

Wood needs periodic care, but kept on a simple cleaning and sealing schedule, cedar siding lasts for decades.

What it costs

What cedar siding costs in Wisconsin.

Cedar is a premium material, and one online number would mislead. These are honest guide ranges by profile, and your estimate is itemized.

Clapboard & bevel

$6 to $12per sq ft installedThe classic horizontal lap and the easiest to install, usually the most economical cedar profile.

★ Most textureShingles & shakes

$6 to $16per sq ft installedSawn shingles or split shakes for depth and character. Shakes cost more for the extra thickness and labor.

Board & batten

$7 to $14per sq ft installedBold vertical boards and battens for a modern farmhouse look. Roughly $10k to $27k on a typical 2,000 sq ft home.

Plan on a low-pressure cleaning every 2 to 4 years and re-staining or re-sealing every 3 to 5 years. Your free on-site estimate is itemized → so you see what drives the price, including species, profile, finish, size and prep.

Repair, refinish, or replace?

You may not need all-new cedar siding.

Wood can often be saved. We will tell you honestly which of these your home actually needs.

Repair or replace boards

When the rot is localized, we replace just the affected boards and blend them in, so the whole wall stays put.

Refinish

If the wood is weathered but still sound, a proper cleaning and a fresh stain or seal brings the facade back for far less.

Replace

When rot is widespread or the siding has reached the end of its life, a full replacement is the lasting fix, done right from the barrier out.

We only recommend a full replacement when it is truly the right call. If a repair or refinish will get you there, we will say so.

Being honest

Is real cedar siding right for you?

Cedar is beautiful and it is not for everyone. Here is the straight version, no pressure either way.

Choose real cedar if...

The look is worth it

You want a look no synthetic can truly match
You love natural wood grain and character
You are happy to keep it on a maintenance schedule
Authenticity matters more to you than low upkeep

Consider a lower-upkeep option if...

Less maintenance wins

You would rather not re-stain every few years
An engineered-wood or fiber-cement look would do
Time or budget for upkeep is tight
Lowest long-term maintenance is the priority

Want the wood look with less upkeep? We also install engineered wood, insulated vinyl and aluminum and steel siding. We will show you the honest trade-offs at your free estimate.

BGC Done right, or not at all

With cedar, the layer you cannot see decides everything.

Beautiful cedar over a bad wall still rots. In a freeze-thaw climate the damage comes from water getting behind the wood, so we set a proper moisture barrier first, then the wood, then finish and seal it. GAF Master Elite, FORTIFIED-trained, BBB A+, family-owned since 1979.

GAF Master EliteTop 2% of US contractors

Moisture barrier firstThe hidden layer that lasts

Finished & sealedProtected from sun & moisture

Our own crewsNever subcontracted

How it works

How we install cedar siding.

Four steps, and the boring one in the middle is what makes it last.

Assess and itemize

A free on-site look at your walls and prep, and a written, itemized number so you see what drives the price.

Moisture barrier first

A proper weather-resistive barrier goes on before any wood, the hidden layer that keeps water out and the wall dry.

Install the wood

Your chosen profile set true and tight, with clean trim and flashing around windows, doors and corners.

Finish, seal and a plan

The cedar finished and sealed against sun and moisture, plus a simple upkeep plan so it lasts for decades.

Homeowners trust us

4.9 stars, pulled straight from Google.

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 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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 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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 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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 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.

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Frequently asked

Cedar and wood siding, answered.

How much maintenance does cedar siding need?

Cedar needs a low-pressure cleaning every 2 to 4 years and re-staining or re-sealing every 3 to 5 years to protect it from sun and moisture. Kept on that schedule, cedar siding lasts for decades.

What does cedar siding cost in Wisconsin?

Cedar runs about $6 to $16 per square foot installed, or roughly $10,000 to $27,000 on a typical 2,000 square foot home. Species, profile, finish and wall prep all move the number. You get an itemized figure after a free on-site look.

What is the typical cost to stain and restore cedar siding on a house?

Restoring sound cedar costs far less than replacing it. The price turns on how much prep the wood needs, how much of it is still sound, and the stain you choose. We quote it itemized after seeing the wood in person.

What cedar siding profiles can I choose from?

Three main looks. Clapboard and bevel gives the classic horizontal lap, shingles and shakes give texture and depth, and board and batten gives a modern farmhouse look. We match the profile to your home.

Does cedar siding hold up in Wisconsin and Iowa winters?

Yes, with the right install. In a freeze-thaw climate the rot comes from water getting behind the wood, so we set a proper moisture barrier first, then the wood, finished and sealed.

Can you repair or refinish my existing wood siding?

Often, yes. If the rot is localized we replace just the affected boards, and if the wood is weathered but sound, a cleaning and re-stain brings it back. We recommend a full replacement only when rot is widespread.

Cedar siding or engineered wood?

Cedar gives you real grain and a look engineered products approximate rather than match. Engineered wood holds its finish longer and needs less upkeep. We install both and will show you the trade-offs on your own walls.

Are your cedar siding estimates free?

Yes. Estimates are free, on-site and carry no obligation. We itemize the number so you can see exactly what you are paying for.

Where we work

Cedar siding across Wisconsin and Iowa.

Two offices, our Madison, WI headquarters and our Brodhead, WI office, cover cedar and wood siding across Dane, Rock and Milwaukee counties, the Fox Valley, and into Iowa and northern Illinois.

● Wisconsin · Headquarters

Madison, WI Office

621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5
Madison, WI 53704

Mon-Sat 8AM-5PM · 24/7 Storm Line

(608) 909-9109 · Directions →

● Wisconsin · Brodhead Office

Brodhead, WI Office

17312 W Hafeman Rd
Brodhead, WI 53520