FAMILY-OWNED · SINCE 1979 MADISON, WI · CENTERVILLE, IA LIC. DC-080900045
24/7 STORM LINE (608) 909-9109
FITCHBURG, WI · DANE COUNTY · SINCE 1979

Storm-tested roofing built for Fitchburg weather.

Storms test Fitchburg roofs hard. As a GAF Master Elite roofing contractor, Buckshot General Contracting documents the damage for your insurer and delivers Fitchburg roof replacement, storm-damage roof repair, siding, and gutters, most installs wrapped in a single day.

GAF Master EliteFortified ProviderBBB A+ · 47 Years
Serving Fitchburg & all of Dane County(608) 909-9109WI Lic. DC-080900045

Free Fitchburg roof inspection

Storm check, written report, photos. No cost.

    Or call (608) 909-9109 · Mon to Sat 8AM to 5PM

    1979

    Family-owned, est.

    5

    Insurance programs we work with

    1 day

    Typical install

    4.7★

    Homeowner rating

    Roofing & exteriors in Dane County

    One crew for everything the weather touches.

    As a GAF Master Elite roofing contractor in Fitchburg, Buckshot handles the full exterior: storm and hail damage roof repair, complete roof replacement in GAF asphalt shingles or standing seam metal, James Hardie fiber cement and vinyl siding, and seamless aluminum gutters. One BGC crew runs the whole job, from the first inspection to the final walkthrough.

    Hail & Storm Damage

    The work Fitchburg needs most. Documented inspections, claim coordination, and a deductible-only path for most covered storms.

    Start here

    Roof Replacement

    Tear-off to bare deck, GAF Timberline HDZ or UHDZ, ice-and-water protection at the eaves, usually wrapped in one day.

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    Roof Repair

    Older Fitchburg housing stock springs leaks at flashing, valleys, and worn boots. We find the source and seal it for good.

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    Siding

    Wind and hail crack and pit siding too. Vinyl, insulated, and James Hardie fiber cement, repaired or replaced under one claim.

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    Seamless Gutters

    Heavy spring rain and snowmelt need somewhere to go. Seamless 5 and 6 inch aluminum, guards, and proper downspout drainage.

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    Attic Ventilation

    The quiet fix behind ice dams and short shingle life. Balanced intake and exhaust, sized to your roof.

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    Hit by a storm?

    Hail and wind are Dane County's reality.

    Fitchburg takes spring hail and winter wind along the Beltline. Most of that damage hides from the driveway. Buckshot finds it, documents it, and files the claim, so a covered loss typically runs only your deductible. Start with a free roof inspection from BGC.
    01

    Free storm inspection

    We photograph every bruise, crease, and lifted shingle on the roof and the soft metals before anyone files.

    02

    Open the claim with you

    We organize the evidence and help you start the claim with your carrier the right way.

    03

    We meet your adjuster on the roof

    The difference-maker. We walk the damage with the adjuster so nothing legitimate gets left off the scope.

    04

    Rebuild, then recover depreciation

    We complete the work and submit the final invoice so any held-back recoverable depreciation is released.

    The two numbers on every claim

    ACV

    Actual Cash Value

    What your roof is worth today after depreciation. Typically the first check your carrier sends.

    RCV

    Replacement Cost Value

    The full cost to rebuild. Usually paid in two stages, the ACV now and the recoverable depreciation after the work is done.

    We are set up with these carrier and TPA programs:

    Contractor ConnectionNexusInnovationSedgwickMSP
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    What sets us apart

    A contractor who is still here at claim number three.

    Storm chasers blow into Fitchburg after a hail event, sign every roof they can, and vanish by the next county. Buckshot has run on word of mouth across south-central Wisconsin since 1979, which only works when the roof and the relationship both hold up.

    • GAF Master Elite certified. Roughly the top 2% of US roofers, and the credential behind the 50-year System Plus warranty.
    • We meet the adjuster ourselves. Five carrier programs and a team that stands on the roof with your adjuster, not a salesperson who hands you off.
    • Employees, not a rented crew. The same people quote, build, and warranty your roof.
    • Verifiable credentials. FORTIFIED, BBB A+, NRCA, WRCA, UASRC, InterNACHI, IICRC, and WI license DC-080900045.
    Buckshot General Contracting roofing crew on a completed south-central Wisconsin homeServing Fitchburg · Dane County, WI

    No surprises

    What a roof runs in Fitchburg.

    Plan on $8,500 to $18,000 for a full replacement here, with a common 1,800 square foot Fitchburg home landing near $12,000 to $15,000 on GAF Timberline HDZ. On a covered storm claim, your out of pocket is usually just the deductible. Either way you get an itemized written estimate at the inspection, and 0% financing is available through Service Finance Company.
    Out of pocket, storm claim
    Your deductible
    On most covered hail or wind claims.
    Full replacement range
    $8,500 to $18,000
    Out of pocket, no insurance involved.
    Typical 1,800 sq ft home
    $12,000 to $15,000
    GAF Timberline HDZ, single-day install.
    Roof squaresPitchLayers to removeDecking conditionVentilationFlashing & penetrationsShingle line
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    The paper that matters

    Coverage that outlives the storm season.

    Because we are GAF Master Elite, we can register the 50-year System Plus warranty covering the shingles and the workmanship, non-prorated. A roof installed after a storm should outlast the next twenty of them, and the warranty should say so in writing. Most contractors can only offer GAF's standard 30-year prorated material coverage.
    WarrantyWhat it coversTermWho can register it
    GAF System PlusBestShingles + workmanship50 yrs, non-proratedMaster Elite contractors
    GAF StandardManufacturing defects30 yrs, proratedMost contractors
    Buckshot WorkmanshipOur installation laborIn writingBuckshot
    Storm-chaser defaultOften nothing once they leaveNoneOut-of-area crews

    Think the last storm touched your roof?

    A free inspection settles it. We will show you the photos and tell you straight whether you have a claim, a repair, or nothing to worry about.

    GAF Master Elite$0 storm checkWe meet your adjusterOwn crews

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    A Dane County project manager will call you back.

      Or call (608) 909-9109 · Mon to Sat 8AM to 5PM

      Built to take a hit

      In a hail belt, the shingle grade matters.

      Two roofs can look identical from the curb and perform completely differently in a Dane County hailstorm. The system underneath is what decides it.

      • Class 4 impact-rated shingles are tested to UL 2218, the top impact grade, and stand up to hail that bruises ordinary shingles.
      • GAF Timberline HDZ & UHDZ with LayerLock high-wind nailing and StainGuard algae protection for the long Wisconsin summers.
      • Ice & water shield, synthetic underlayment, and sealed flashing at every valley, chimney, and penetration.
      • Bare-deck inspection so any soft or storm-soaked sheathing is replaced, not papered over.
      Roof decking inspection and ice and water shield during a Wisconsin roof replacementDecking inspection · ice & water shield

      Standard vs Class 4 impact-resistant

      For a home in a hail-prone part of Dane County, Class 4 shingles can be worth the upgrade. They resist impact far better, and some insurers offer a premium credit for installing them. The discount varies by carrier, so confirm it with yours before counting on it. We will lay out both options at your inspection.
      FactorStandard architecturalClass 4 impact-resistant
      Impact ratingVaries, below Class 4UL 2218 Class 4, the highest
      Hail performanceGoodExcellent
      Possible insurance creditTypically noneSome carriers offer one, confirm with yours
      Added costBaselineRoughly 10 to 20% more
      Best forSheltered lots, budget buildsExposed, hail-prone Dane County homes

      Before you decide

      Patch it, or start fresh?

      A useful line is roughly 30 percent. If functional damage is below that and the roof is otherwise healthy, a focused repair is usually the smart, cheaper move. Once damage crosses about a third of the roof, or the roof is already past the 18 to 22 years asphalt tends to last in Wisconsin, replacing it protects the home better and is more likely to be supported by a claim. We give you the call in writing, not a sales pitch.
      Lean toward repairUnder 30%
      • A few damaged shingles on one slope
      • Roof is younger than about 15 years
      • One traceable leak at flashing or a boot
      • Granules and mat are still intact elsewhere
      • Decking below is dry and sound
      Lean toward replacement30% or more
      • Hail or wind damage across several slopes
      • Roof is at or past 18 to 22 years
      • Leaks keep coming back in new spots
      • Soft or rotted decking turns up on inspection
      • You want to reset the 50-year GAF warranty

      What hail and wind leave behind

      Bruised soft metals

      Dents in vents, gutters, and downspouts are hail's clearest signature.

      Granules washing out

      Sandy grit in the gutters means the shingle surface is breaking down.

      Creased or missing shingles

      Wind snaps the seal strip, leaving shingles to flap, crease, and tear.

      Interior water stains

      Rings on a ceiling or damp attic insulation mean it is already leaking.

      Split flashing seals

      Cracked caulk at chimneys and valleys is the next leak in line.

      Pitted or cracked siding

      Hail hits walls too, and that damage often belongs on the same claim.

      Where we work

      Rooted in Dane County.

      Buckshot roofs every corner of Fitchburg, from Arbor Hills and Dunn's Marsh to the newer subdivisions on the edge of town. We also serve Madison, Verona, Oregon, Monona, McFarland, and Belleville, each with the same free inspection and single-day install.

      Roofs just south of Madison in Dane County face hail off the US-12/18 Beltline and Fish Hatchery Road, the storms the National Weather Service office in Sullivan flags all season, then winter ice dams. Buckshot installs every Fitchburg roof as a system: ice and water shield, balanced attic ventilation, and sealed flashing at each valley and penetration.

      Fitchburg neighborhoods

      Arbor HillsDunn's MarshLeopoldMeadowoodOrchard RidgeStone MeadowsIndian SpringsPrairie HillsFitchburg Center

      Dane County & nearby

      MadisonVeronaOregonMononaMcFarlandBellevilleMount HorebStoughtonMiddletonCottage Grove
      ZIP codes we cover include: 53711, 53713, 53719, 53575, plus the surrounding Dane County routes.
      The local roof killer

      Storms first, winter second.

      Dane County's open terrain takes a regular beating from spring and summer hail and straight-line wind, the damage that drives most Fitchburg roof claims.

      Then winter takes over, with freeze-thaw working fasteners loose and ice dams forcing meltwater under the eaves. Buckshot answers with impact-rated GAF shingles, sealed eaves, and balanced attic ventilation.

      18-22
      Real asphalt years here
      UL 2218
      Class 4 impact standard
      608
      Local area code
      Storm just hit Fitchburg?

      Water coming in? Call now.

      Active leak, peeled shingles, or a tree on the roof. A real person answers, and we can tarp and document quickly so your claim starts on solid footing.

      24/7 storm line(608) 909-9109

      Word of mouth since 1979

      What homeowners tell their neighbors.

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      Local to Dane County.

      Buckshot General Contracting
      Service area
      Fitchburg & all of Dane County621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5, Madison, WI 53704 (HQ)
      Hours
      Mon to Sat 8AM to 5PMEmergency storm line 24/7
      Credentials
      GAF Master EliteWI Lic. DC-080900045 · BBB A+ · FORTIFIED
      Questions, answered

      Fitchburg roofing & storm claims.

      Rather just talk?

      Reach a real project manager.

      No phone tree. You get the people who actually run Dane County jobs: Ryan, Jayce, Jeremy, or Chad.

      Call (608) 909-9109
      Q.01How do I know if the last storm damaged my roof?
      Most hail and wind damage hides from the ground. Look for dents on vents and gutters, grit in the downspouts, and creased or missing shingles, but the only reliable check is a documented inspection on the roof. We do that free, and the photos either start a claim or put your mind at ease.
      Q.02Will filing a storm claim cost me out of pocket?
      On most covered hail or wind claims, your only cost is your deductible. The rest is settled between us and your carrier. Coverage and amounts depend on your policy, so we document thoroughly and meet your adjuster on the roof to make sure the full scope is counted.
      Q.03Do you serve my part of Dane County?
      We do. From Arbor Hills, Dunn's Marsh, Leopold, and Meadowood out to the Dane County edges, Buckshot roofs Fitchburg and nearby Madison, Verona, Oregon, Monona, McFarland, and Belleville. We are based in Madison and serve Dane County directly.
      Q.04Are Class 4 impact-resistant shingles worth it here?
      In a hail-prone part of Dane County, often yes. Class 4 shingles carry the highest UL 2218 impact rating and hold up far better to hail, and some insurers offer a premium credit for them. The discount varies by carrier, so confirm it with yours. We will price both options at the inspection.
      Q.05What does GAF Master Elite mean for me?
      GAF reserves Master Elite for roughly the top 2% of contractors nationally, based on experience, licensing, insurance, and reputation. Practically, it is what lets us register the 50-year System Plus warranty covering both shingles and workmanship. You can verify any contractor's status on GAF's locator.
      Q.06How much does a roof cost in Fitchburg?
      A full replacement generally runs $8,500 to $18,000, with a typical 1,800 square foot home around $12,000 to $15,000 on GAF Timberline HDZ. On a covered storm claim your share is usually just the deductible. You get an itemized written estimate at the inspection, and 0% financing is available through Service Finance Company.
      Q.07Should I repair or replace?
      Roughly speaking, under about 30 percent functional damage on a roof that still has life, repair is usually the right move. At a third or more, or once the roof is past the 18 to 22 years asphalt lasts here, replacement protects the home better and is more likely to be supported by a claim. We tell you which in writing.
      Q.08How fast can you get out after a storm?
      Our storm line is answered 24/7, and emergency tarping and documentation are prioritized so an active leak does not turn into interior damage while a claim gets going. Call (608) 909-9109 and a real person will help you triage it.
      Q.09Do you handle siding and gutters too?
      Yes. Hail and wind rarely stop at the roof. We repair and replace siding, including James Hardie fiber cement, plus seamless 5 and 6 inch gutters and guards, and we keep it all on a single claim and a single crew.
      Q.10How long does the actual install take?
      Most homes are a single day. We protect the landscaping, sweep the whole property with magnets for stray nails, and inspect the bare decking before the new system goes down, so the only trace left behind is the new roof.

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      Services, credentials & nearby areas.

      Free storm inspection in Fitchburg.

      We will get on the roof, document what the weather did, and tell you honestly whether it is a claim, a repair, or nothing at all. GAF Master Elite, family-owned since 1979.

      Buckshot General Contracting (BGC) · 621 N Sherman Ave, Suite B5, Madison, WI 53704 · serving Fitchburg and all of Dane County · WI Lic. DC-080900045 · GAF Master Elite Certified · Family-Owned Since 1979 · Mon to Sat 8AM to 5PM, Emergency 24/7 · (608) 909-9109. Pricing ranges are estimates and vary by roof size, pitch, access, material selection, and decking condition; your written estimate governs. Insurance coverage, deductibles, ACV and RCV settlements, recoverable depreciation, and any impact-resistant-shingle premium credit are determined solely by your carrier and policy; we do not guarantee any claim outcome or discount. Material lifespans are typical ranges for the local climate, not warranties. The 30 percent guideline is a general rule of thumb, not a coverage determination. Financing provided through Service Finance Company, LLC, subject to credit approval. GAF System Plus and manufacturer warranty terms are governed by GAF's published documents and require a registered, qualifying installation.

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