Insulated siding for a warmer, quieter home.
Insulated siding bonds rigid foam to the back of every panel, so it adds insulation to your walls instead of just covering them. A flatter, tougher, quieter wall. The catch: the insulation only helps if the install is right, which is why we do it over a proper moisture barrier with our own crews.
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See what is behind the panel.
Tap a layer of the wall to see what it does, and why insulated siding adds more than just a new look.
Curb appeal, no repainting
What this layer does
The face you see. The color runs all the way through the material, so it never needs repainting, and the rigid foam backing keeps the panel flat and warp-resistant for a cleaner-looking wall.
Adds insulation + impact resistance
What this layer does
Foam is permanently bonded to the back of every panel. It adds real insulation value to the wall and cushions impacts, so the siding shrugs off bumps and hail far better than hollow vinyl.
Keeps water out
What this layer does
A proper weather-resistive barrier goes on before any panel. It sheds water that gets behind the siding and lets the wall dry out, the step that cheap, rushed installs skip.
Inspected and repaired first
What this layer does
The wall skin over the studs. We inspect it and repair any soft or rotted spots before siding goes on, because new siding over bad sheathing just hides the problem instead of fixing it.
Where thermal bridging happens
What this layer does
The framing. Bare studs conduct heat straight through the wall, that is thermal bridging. The continuous foam layer bridges over the studs, reducing that heat path for a more even, comfortable wall.
The foam adds insulation and reduces thermal bridging through the studs. It can improve comfort and efficiency, though the real-world effect depends on your home, so we will not promise a fixed dollar figure.
More than a fresh coat of color.
Insulated siding does a few things hollow vinyl simply cannot. Here is the honest list.
The bonded foam adds insulation value to the wall and reduces thermal bridging through the studs, instead of just covering the wall like hollow vinyl.
The foam layer helps soften outside noise coming through the wall, so the house feels calmer inside.
Because the foam backs the panel, the siding holds up better to bumps, hail and everyday knocks than hollow siding.
Rigid, foam-backed panels lay flatter and resist warping, so you get the premium look of a rigid panel even over a slightly uneven wall.
The color runs through the material, so it does not need repainting. Just the occasional rinse to keep it looking fresh.
It can improve comfort and efficiency, but the real-world effect depends on your home. We will not promise a fixed dollar amount, we will give you the straight version.
A straight answer on price.
Insulated siding costs more than standard vinyl. Here are honest guide ranges. Your real number comes after a free on-site look.
$3–$7per sq ft installedLower upfront cost and the most common pick, a solid choice on a budget or a short-term hold.
$7–$13per sq ft installedAdds insulation, impact and sound performance, and a flatter look. Roughly $16k–$25k for a typical 2,000 sq ft home.
Flexiblefinancing & claimsFinancing is available for qualified projects, and siding hail or wind damage may be covered by an insurance claim.
Ranges are guides only. The real number depends on the product, your home size, and the condition of what is underneath. You get a written number after a free on-site estimate →
Which vinyl is right for you?
Both are good options. We will lay out both and let you choose, no pressure either way.
The budget-friendly classic$3–$7 / sq ft installed
- Lower upfront cost, the most common pick
- Color-through material, never needs repainting
- Hollow back, so it adds no real insulation
- Can flex and show waviness over an uneven wall
The comfort upgrade$7–$13 / sq ft installed
- Foam-backed, so it adds insulation value
- Better impact and sound performance
- Flatter, more rigid panels and a cleaner look
- Reduces thermal bridging through the studs
Staying long-term or fighting drafty walls? Insulated often earns its keep. Tight budget or a short-term hold? Standard vinyl may be the smarter call.
Siding damage can be an insurance claim.
Coverage depends on your policy type. ACV pays the depreciated value based on age, while RCV pays full replacement minus your deductible. We inspect and document the damage, can meet your adjuster on site, and handle the roofing and siding together if a storm hit both.
Get a free damage inspection → See the claim process
Coverage and claim decisions are determined by your insurer and policy, not by Buckshot. We are a licensed contractor, not a public adjuster, and we do not guarantee any claim outcome.
The insulation only helps if the install is right.
Foam-backed panels are only as good as what is behind them. We put down a proper moisture barrier before any panel, inspect and repair the sheathing, and lay the panels flat, all with our own crews, never subcontracted. GAF Master Elite, FORTIFIED-trained, BBB A+, family-owned since 1979, licensed in 24 states.
Installed right, start to finish.
The difference between siding that lasts and siding that traps trouble is what happens before the panels go up.
A proper weather-resistive barrier goes on before any panel, so water that gets behind the siding sheds and the wall can dry.
We check the wall skin and fix any soft or rotted spots. New siding over bad sheathing just hides the problem.
Insulated panels installed level and locked in, for a clean, warp-resistant wall that performs the way it should.
Never subcontracted, so the trim, corners and details around windows and doors are done right.
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Insulated siding, answered.
What is insulated vinyl siding?
Insulated siding bonds rigid foam to the back of each panel, so it adds insulation to your walls instead of just covering them. The foam also makes the panel flatter and more rigid, and it cushions impacts better than hollow vinyl.
Will insulated siding lower my energy bills?
It can improve comfort and efficiency by reducing thermal bridging through the studs, but the real-world effect depends on your home existing insulation, its age, and the product. We will not promise a fixed dollar amount, because it varies.
Is it worth the upgrade over standard vinyl?
For homeowners staying long-term, dealing with drafty walls, or already re-siding, the added comfort and durability often justify it. For a tight budget or a short-term hold, standard vinyl may make more sense. We lay out both, no pressure either way.
Is insulated siding quieter and tougher?
Yes. The foam layer helps soften outside noise, and because the foam backs the panel, the siding holds up better to bumps and hits than hollow siding.
Does insurance cover siding damage?
Most standard policies cover hail and wind damage to siding. Coverage depends on your policy: ACV pays the depreciated value based on age, while RCV pays full replacement minus your deductible. We document the damage and can meet your adjuster.
How much does insulated siding cost?
More than standard vinyl. As a guide, about $7–$13 per sq ft installed, or roughly $16,000–$25,000 for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. You get a written number after a free on-site estimate, and financing is available for qualified projects.
Insulated siding across southern Wisconsin.
Two offices, our Madison, WI headquarters and our Brodhead, WI office, serving homeowners across Dane and Milwaukee counties and into southern Iowa.
Madison, WI Office
621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5
Madison, WI 53704
Mon-Sat 8AM-5PM · 24/7 Storm Line
Brodhead, WI Office
17312 W Hafeman Rd
Brodhead, WI 53520
Mon-Sat 8AM-5PM · 24/7 Storm Line
A warmer, quieter, better-looking home.
Insulated siding adds insulation, softens noise, and gives you a flatter, cleaner wall, when it is installed right over a proper moisture barrier by our own crews. We will show you both insulated and standard, give you a written number, and let you decide. Financing available; storm damage may be a claim.
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