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Insulated siding for a warmer, quieter home.
Insulated siding bonds rigid foam to the panel, so it adds insulation to your walls instead of just covering them. Buckshot installs, replaces, and repairs insulated siding across Wisconsin and Iowa, with a free estimate and financing available.
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Free on-site siding estimate.
Tell us whether it's a new install, a replacement, a repair, or storm damage. We inspect on-site, walk you through whether insulated siding pays off for your home, and put real numbers in writing. No obligation.
— Why Insulated
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Siding that works harder on the wall.
Standard siding just covers the wall. Insulated siding has rigid foam bonded to the back, so it does a few jobs at once.
Comfort
Energy efficiency
The foam helps reduce thermal bridging through the studs, which can improve comfort and efficiency.
Looks
Stronger & straighter
The rigid backing helps panels lay flatter and resist warping for a cleaner wall.
Durable
Impact resistance
The foam backs the panel, so it holds up better to bumps and hits than hollow siding.
Quiet
Sound dampening
That same foam layer helps soften outside noise coming through the wall.
— Insulated vs Standard
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Is insulated siding worth the upgrade?
It costs more than standard vinyl. For a lot of Wisconsin homes the comfort and durability make it worth it, but not for every budget. Here's the honest difference.
Standard vinyl
Insulated siding
— Installed Right
How We Work
The insulation only helps if the install is right.
Insulated siding earns its keep when it's installed over a sound wall with a proper moisture barrier and the right details. Skip that and you trap water against the sheathing. We inspect what's underneath, fix what needs fixing, and install it to last.
— What We Do
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Install, replace, repair, and storm recovery.
One crew for the whole exterior, from a fresh insulated install to the hailstorm claim down the road.
Build new
New insulated siding
Foam-backed siding installed over a proper moisture barrier for a flatter, tighter wall.
Replace
Siding replacement
Tired siding removed, sheathing checked, and insulated panels installed clean.
Fix it
Siding repair
Storm-torn or damaged panels repaired, and we're honest when repair beats replacement.
After the storm
Storm, hail & insurance
We document the damage and handle the insurance claim alongside any roof damage.
— Storm & Hail Damage
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Storm-damaged siding? We handle the claim.
The same storm that dents a roof damages siding. Most homeowner's policies cover hail and wind damage to siding, but only if the claim is documented properly. We inspect and photograph the siding, include it in the same adjuster scope as the roof, and make sure the claim covers the full exterior.
— Who It's For
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Best for homeowners who plan to stay a while.
Insulated siding pays back over time, so it fits some homeowners better than others. We'll tell you honestly which camp you're in.
Comfort & efficiency seekers
Tired of drafty walls and want a more comfortable home.
Replacing or storm-damaged
Already re-siding, so it's the right time to upgrade.
Long-term owners
Staying put and want low maintenance and lasting comfort.
Curb-appeal upgraders
Want the flatter, premium look of a rigid panel.
— Why Buckshot
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Earned, Not Claimed
Local, licensed, and here for the long run.
An efficiency upgrade only pays off if it's installed right by a contractor who's still around. Buckshot has been family-owned since 1979, fully licensed and insured, running our own crews, and we make a siding project doable whether you're paying out of pocket or through a claim.
— What Homeowners Say
Reviews
— Home Base
Madison, WI · Centerville, IA
— Insulated Siding FAQ
FAQ
Insulated siding is siding, usually vinyl, with a layer of rigid foam permanently bonded to the back of each panel. That foam adds insulation value to the wall, stiffens the panel so it lays flatter, and helps with impact and sound, things standard hollow siding doesn’t do.
It can improve comfort and efficiency by reducing thermal bridging through the studs, but the real-world effect depends on your home’s insulation, age, and the specific product, so we won’t promise a fixed dollar amount. The exact insulation value varies by product, and we’ll go over it honestly at your estimate.
It costs more up front. For homeowners staying long-term, dealing with drafty walls, or already re-siding, the comfort and durability often justify it. For a tight budget or a short-term hold, standard vinyl may make more sense. We’ll lay out both, no pressure either way.
Yes. The foam backing helps dampen outside noise and gives the panel solid support, so it stands up better to bumps and impacts than hollow siding.
Most standard policies cover hail and wind damage to siding. Coverage depends on policy type, ACV depreciates by age, RCV pays full replacement minus your deductible. We review your coverage during the free inspection, and a storm replacement is a good time to upgrade to insulated. Storm damage details →
Insulated siding costs more than standard vinyl and varies with product, home size, and the condition of what’s underneath, so we give you a written number after a free on-site estimate rather than a guess online. Financing is available for qualified projects.
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A warmer, quieter home starts with one estimate.
New install, replacement, repair, or storm damage, start with a free on-site estimate and an honest take on whether insulated siding pays off for your home.
Buckshot General Contracting, family-owned since 1979. Headquartered at 621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5, Madison, WI 53704, with a field office in Centerville, IA. WI Lic. DC-080900045 · IL Lic. 104017198. GAF Master Elite, FORTIFIED Provider, and BBB A+ accredited. Insulation value, energy performance, timelines, and pricing depend on the specific product and home and are confirmed after a free on-site estimate and provided in writing. Financing available for qualified projects through our lending partner; terms vary. Insurance coverage depends on your individual policy. We are not Iowa public adjusters, nor do we offer public adjusting services (Iowa Code §522C). Credentials current as of publication.