Roofing contractor
Brookens Construction
6592 Lake Rd # D, Windsor, WI 53598
Listed under Madison, WI
- Google average
- 4.9
- Ratings counted
- 1,142
- One and two star
- 21 of 1,142(1.8%)
- Wisconsin median
- 2.1%
The first three are Google’s own figures for Brookens Construction, read on 24 September 2026; the share is of every rating Google has counted, not of the review texts on this page. The median is ours — the middle figure among the Wisconsin roofers we list with enough ratings to compare.
Rating breakdown
| 5 | 1,087 | 95% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 32 | 3% | |
| 3 | 2 | 0% | |
| 2 | 1 | <0.1% | |
| 1 | 20 | 2% |
About typical — the typical roofer in Wisconsin sits at 2.1%. A higher share is a reason to read the critical reviews below, not a verdict.
The critical reviews
The one and two-star reviews, first. These are what a star average hides, and they are the reason this page exists.
8 of the 20 one and two-star reviews we hold, most recent first.
- 1 out of 5Rick SEdited 3 months ago
BEWARE, THEY ARE STORM CHASERS. These guys came around after a storm and insisted I had hail damage. Before going up, they guaranteed they coykd find enough damage to get insurance to pay for it. I watched them go up on the roof but went inside for a minute. When I came back out, I found that they were creating dents in the granules with a small tool, and i could hear the sounds of hundreds of granules cascading down into my gutters. Big mistake on my part to let them on my roof, which is still fine to this day, except for the dents that they made. (6500 square foot house, and the only damaged areas were the 2 areas that they could get to without special equipment. The parts that they could not get to are all perfect)
Reply from the business
Hey Rick, This is a very serious allegation. We have thoroughly reviewed our records and cannot find any customer, property, or project matching your name or the details described. What you’re claiming goes completely against our company’s standards, ethics, and the way we operate. We do not and would not ever damage a roof to justify an insurance claim. If this did in fact involve someone representing our company, we need to know immediately. Please contact our office at 608-960-7123 so we can identify who was at your property and investigate this fully. We take something like this extremely seriously and will take appropriate action immediately. If we don’t hear from you, we’ll have to assume this review may be mistaken or meant for a different company.
- 1 out of 5Hussien8 months ago
See photos of the poor quality. Leaking in our bedroom. Called 3 times, starting this morning and no response from Brookings Construction.
Reply from the business
Hi Hussien, thank you for bringing this to our attention. We’re sorry to hear about the frustration you experienced. After reviewing our call logs we're not seeing any missed or unanswered calls associated with your name. We’re also unable to locate a customer or property in our system that matches your name with the home shown in the photos, which makes it difficult for us to identify this as a project that we completed. Regarding the interior staining shown, this appears consistent with the ice damming in the photos, which is a common winter related condition caused by heat loss, snow melt, and refreezing at the eaves. Ice damming is not a workmanship issue and can occur even on properly installed roofing systems, particularly in cold climates. That said, we take concerns seriously and would like the opportunity to connect and ensure nothing has been overlooked. Please contact our office directly at (608) 420-2925 or operations@brookens.com, and we’ll be happy to review the situation further.
- 1 out of 5Sandy Krukow8 months ago
This company is a storm chaser. Their soliciting was relentless. They came up with a plethora of damage to increase the cost of the job for insurance to pay. A neighbor got a report from them that said their roof was completely damaged, and upon inspection from another company, had minor damage and did not need to be replaced. Another neighbor used them and had to pay an additional $7,000 beyond the cost. I asked Brookens for a quote, products used, and warranty information and was told that they do not provide quotes and that they charge what insurance will pay. I also asked for references of people in our neighborhood. Once I asked for this information, I never heard from them again. I highly recommend getting second or third inspections and quotes from reputable contractors before making an insurance claim.
Reply from the business
Hi Sandy. This is not in line with what our customers experience and if this was your interaction with an actual Brookens staff member we are very sorry to hear that. We are not able to locate anyone with the last name Krukow in our system. From time to time we hear about individuals or even companies misrepresenting themselves as Brookens Construction which is very concerning to us. If your file is under a different name please contact our office directly so we can investigate this fully and hold the representative accountable. We take professionalism and accuracy very seriously and want to make sure every Wisconsin homeowner gets the standard of service we are known for. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
- 1 out of 5BenjaminEdited 10 months ago
DO NOT RECOMMEND!! —-update on 10/02— They seemed too busy to reply to my messages for months, but suddenly had plenty of time to respond after I posted an honest review. However, the owner flat-out lied, claiming he had called me “a few times” when in reality it was just ONCE. Just one more lie stacked on top of all the others. Instead of taking responsibility, he kept spinning the same tired excuse that “it’s all the customer’s fault” and that they did nothing wrong. Then came the insult: he actually offered me a $500 discount in exchange for a 4-star review. Not only was that offensive, but it also made me seriously question how they managed to rack up all those 5-star reviews on Google in the first place. When I refused his shady offer and his instructions on how I should rate them, he asked over and over when I was going to pay and threatened that they have "a process" otherwise. If this is the contractor you’re still thinking about hiring, let me give you the only advice you’ll ever need: DO NOT HIRE THEM. DO NOT sign a single document unless your approved claim covers the exact amount they quote. DO NOT schedule an appointment until your approved claim covers the exact amount they quote. If you ignore all of the above and end up with one of their “surprise” bills? The ONLY thing left to do is warn others here — because unlike everything else they control, they CANNOT DELETE a Google review. —-update on 10/01— The owner's reply on Google has a much better tone than the Facebook one, so I followed the advice and reached out to them via email, I’ll post update here for how soon they respond and what they’ll offer. —-original review—- I am extremely disappointed with my experience working with this company. At the beginning, they made several assurances and promises in order to get me to sign the contract. Once the contract was signed, they do NOT reply to my emails or phones or messages at all, but just had another person push me for the project appointme
Google cut this review short. The full text is on their Google profile.
Reply from the business
Hi Benjamin, we’re sorry to hear you were disappointed with your experience. Our team made every effort to communicate openly with you about your policy, the scope of work, and the out-of-pocket costs outlined in your agreement. Unfortunately, in cases where insurance coverage is limited, we don’t have the ability to change how the carrier pays out. We understand that can be frustrating, and we worked to provide the most competitive pricing possible given your policy. Our records show that multiple team members were in contact with you throughout the process, so we don’t believe lack of responsiveness was the issue. That said, we’d be glad to continue the conversation and make sure all of your concerns are addressed. Please reach out to us directly and we’ll be happy to connect.
- 1 out of 5Mike Ha year ago
Would not recommend them...Pete N. came by inspected my roof and said I had hail damage. I lined up my Insurance agent and filed a claim, but no one from Brookens showed up for the insurance inspection...and the claim was denied. I called Pete again to follow up see what happened and what he thought, no call back, no email, no apology, no nothing...like they never looked at the house.
Reply from the business
Mike, we’re sorry to hear about your experience and that we did not meet your expectations. Clear communication and follow-through are very important to us, and we regret that this situation did not reflect our standards. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve moving forward and our leadership team is currently reviewing this as well.
- 1 out of 5Renne ThomasEdited a year ago
Horrible job on my gutters . You can see all of the hangers , and all have done so far is make excuses .
Reply from the business
Hi Renne! We’re sorry to hear that you’re not happy with the way your gutters turned out. We understand how important it is for the installation to look clean and meet your expectations. We’d really appreciate the chance to take another look and address your concerns.
- 1 out of 5Sravan AravetiEdited a year ago
Very disappointed. Not all the work agreed upon was performed.
Reply from the business
Hey Sravan, We’re truly sorry that you feel our decision on the fascia justified you revising your rating down to a 1-star. We’re also glad that you are happy with the roof replacement and everything that else that we did for you with the insurance claim. Unfortunately, all of the work that was agreed upon couldn’t be completed due to pre-existing construction deficiencies. The fascia metal that was contracted to be replaced was unable to be done due to the fascia boards behind the metal being completely rotted out. We gave you the option of removing the fascia metal from the contract or adjusting our price to account for the additional labor and materials needed to replace the fascia boards. You agreed to the change order to remove the fascia and work directly with the handyman we referred you to in order to get this work done at the best rate possible. We feel that we’ve done everything reasonable in our power to help your situation and it’s discouraging to find out that you’re very disappointed with us.
- 1 out of 5Sam FríasEdited a year ago
Last Saturday I was disturbed by “door knockers” offering “free inspections” at 5 pm. When I went out I noticed 4 guys walking up and down the street (north Madison) knocking on every door, looking through windows and really disturbing the peace in the neighborhood. When I asked the person if he had a permit, he did not reply and kept walking. I find this extremely unprofessional and would suggest you stop harassing neighborhoods, specially on weekends. Having solicitors during those hours/ days is extremely unprofessional and makes this company look very thirsty for work.
Reply from the business
Thank you for sharing your concerns. We double-checked our door-knocking logs and have not conducted any visits on a Saturday at or around 5 p.m. in the past month. We don’t knock on doors after noon on Saturdays, so this must have been a different company. We understand that door-knocking can sometimes be unexpected, but it's a common practice in our industry, especially in areas affected by hail damage. As you likely know, having left a review for the Xactimate course at The Adjuster School in Texas, this type of outreach is standard in our field. When we do knock on doors, we strive to approach every neighborhood with respect and professionalism. Our goal is to offer assistance to homeowners who might need it or may not be aware of potential issues. Many of our clients appreciate the convenience of evening or weekend visits, and we always ensure we have the necessary permits to do so. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us directly.
What reviewers keep mentioning
Topics Google extracted from this business’s reviews, with how many mention each. These are words that appeared in reviews, which is not the same as a service the business sells.
- roof replacement221
- cleanup201
- insurance claim assistance131
- hail damage repair70
- shingle selection45
- easy process43
- insurance adjuster meeting28
- gutter replacement24
- efficient crew23
- skylight replacement16
Other reviews we hold
14 more of the 508 reviews we hold text for, most recent first. We do not hold every review Google has.
- 5 out of 5Rich Thomas2 days ago
Everyone at Brookens wanted to get the job done in the right way in an efficient manner.
Reply from the business
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! Doing things the right way while respecting your time is always our top priority. We truly appreciate your business and your kind words! Thank you for choosing Brookens Construction!
- 5 out of 5Craig Wood2 days ago
Everyone from the office staff to the onsite contact person to the workers were just the best! From beginning to end, my wife and I felt we were treated with the utmost respect and courtesy, and they did an excellent job in keeping us posted on the various steps leading up to the day of the job. The roof looks great, and they left our house looking better than ever. Thank you all!
Reply from the business
Thank you so much for the incredible review! Treating our customers with respect and keeping communication clear every step of the way are top priorities for us. We're glad that you and your wife are happy with the new roof and the cleanup! Thank you for choosing Brookens Construction!
- 5 out of 5Ali Bakhtiari2 days ago
Amazing business and even better people that work there!
Reply from the business
Thank you for the fantastic review! Great results start with great people, and we're so glad our team made such a positive impression on you. Thank you for choosing Brookens Construction!
- 5 out of 5Robert Franke2 days ago
After storm damage in 2025 we contacted Brookens to inspect our roof on the referral of a neighbor. We worked with Cody, and he went above and beyond to make sure our needs were met. The insurance claim process was drawn out with multiple inspections, multiple adjusters, and general difficulty. Cody was present for each visit from the claim adjusters to make sure they were treating us fairly. After we received approval for a partial replacement, the supplement team at Brookens worked with our insurance to get the full replacement that was necessary based on the damage. It was a great experience and we would use them again.
Reply from the business
Thank you for the wonderful review! Insurance claims are rarely easy, but Cody and our supplement team love going the extra mile to make sure our homeowners get treated fairly. We're so glad you had a great experience and appreciate you choosing Brookens Construction!
- 5 out of 5Terry Kuhl2 days ago
Excellent service from the first phone call to the end of the project. Top quality workmanship, I would recommend them to anyone looking for roof replacement.
Reply from the business
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review! We're glad to hear that you had an excellent experience from the first phone call through the completion of your project. Providing top-quality workmanship and great customer service is always our goal. We truly appreciate your recommendation! Thank you for choosing Brookens!
- 5 out of 5Dan Bucher3 days ago
The experience of working with Brookens for my project was smooth from start to finish. The work crew was efficient, cleanup was excellent, and everybody from the office was responsive and helpful. Jacob was outstanding with coordinating …
Google cut this review short. The full text is on their Google profile.
- 5 out of 5Susan Toussaint3 days ago
The crew arrived on time. They were skilled and efficient. The clean up was great! I had a post work meet with the project manager for a final review.
Reply from the business
Thank you for the wonderful review! We pride ourselves on efficiency, timeliness, and great communication from start to finish. It was a pleasure working on your project, and we appreciate your business. Thank you for choosing Brookens Constructions!
- 5 out of 5Justin C4 days ago
Communication with Brookens was great. Roofing crew came out early and got started on the job right away and they were finished by late afternoon. Roofing crew did a great job cleaning up after the job was done.
Reply from the business
Thank you for the great review! We’re glad to hear that our roofing crew delivered on communication, speed, and clean-up. Getting the job done right in a single day is always our goal. Thank you for choosing Brookens Construction!
- 5 out of 5Rodney Thompson6 days ago
Thank You. I was happy with Scott and how he talked through things.
Reply from the business
Thank you for the 5 star rating! We're delighted to hear you had such a positive experience working with Scott. Clear communication is a top priority for our team, so we're glad he took the time to walk you through everything. Thank you for choosing Brookens Construction!
- 5 out of 5Ladd Pettita week ago
Excellent overall experience
Reply from the business
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star rating! Knowing that you had an excellent overall experience is our top priority. We truly appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again in the future!
- 5 out of 5Maxine Knettera week ago
Brookens is awesome. Every step of the way, it has been so easy to get in touch with someone to ask questions and the work was impeccable and well documented. Highly recommend!
Reply from the business
Thank you for the high recommendation! Clear communication and impeccable craftsmanship are what we strive for on every project. We’re glad to hear you had such a great experience with our team. Thank you for choosing Brookens Construction!
- 5 out of 5Joyce Smericka week ago
The communication with Brookens from the initial inspection through the actual repair was exceptional. We are very happy with our new roof and skylights!
Reply from the business
Thank you for the great feedback! We're glad you had a positive experience from start to finish and that you're enjoying your new roof and skylights. We truly appreciate your business and support!
- 5 out of 5Debbie Bowe2 weeks ago
Great experience with Brookens. From the beginning they detailed every step of the process. Everything happened on time with plenty of notice. 2,000 ft ranch Plus garage was done in one day. Clean up was great. Very hard-working crew. They worked 14 hours straight. Follow up after the job was done was the next day. They left an extra bundle of shingles with us in case we would add skylights or something.
Reply from the business
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a detailed review and giving us a 5-star rating! We're thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly from start to finish. Our crew works incredibly hard, so knowing their 14-hour push and meticulous cleanup made such a great impression really means a lot to us. Thank you for trusting Brookens with your home.
- 5 out of 5Wendy Jenkins2 weeks ago
Prefessional, hardworking, great job, cleanup great, none of many flowers around house were not disturbed.
Reply from the business
Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad to hear you had a great experience with our team. Thank you for choosing Brookens Construction for your project.
What Brookens Construction says about itself
Taken from the business’s own website. We have not checked any of it. These are quotes, not credentials — a roofer writing “licensed and insured” on their homepage is not evidence that they are.
Licensed
“…We are fully licensed and have full liability and worker's…”
States a founding year
“…the Industry Standard for Excellence since 2015 Get a Free Inspection A Local &…”
Free estimates
“…for Excellence since 2015 Get a Free Inspection A Local & Trusted Roofing Company…”
Their site also states: warranty offered.
Other roofers in Madison
Ranked by how many ratings Google has counted.
| Roofing contractor | Google average | Ratings counted | One and two star | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge Top Exteriorscleanup, roof replacement, siding replacement4.81,343 ratings4.1% one and two star(608) 218-4904 | 4.8 | 1,343 | 4.1%55 of 1,343 | (608) 218-4904 |
| Storm Guard Roofing of Madisonsiding replacement, roof replacement, gutters4.9529 ratings1.7% one and two star(608) 497-3301 | 4.9 | 529 | 1.7%9 of 529 | (608) 497-3301 |
| Heins Contractingsiding, hail damage repair, gutter replacement4.8394 ratings3.0% one and two star(608) 740-8901 | 4.8 | 394 | 3.0%12 of 394 | (608) 740-8901 |
| Infinity Exteriorssiding, window replacement, insurance issues4.9388 ratings1.8% one and two star(608) 680-3070 | 4.9 | 388 | 1.8%7 of 388 | (608) 680-3070 |
| The Exteriors Companysiding, gutters, gutter replacement4.9284 ratings2.1% one and two star(608) 960-7663 | 4.9 | 284 | 2.1%6 of 284 | (608) 960-7663 |
| Isthmus Roofingquick response, gutter guards, respectful staff5.0219 ratings0% one and two star(608) 949-0533 | 5.0 | 219 | 0%0 of 219 | (608) 949-0533 |
Where this page comes from
Every figure above is Google’s, captured on 24 September 2026. The star average and the 1,142 ratings behind it are counted by Google across all of its reviews. The review text on this page is a sample — we hold 590, of which 508 have any text — and it is not everything Google shows.
Roof Warden does not verify licenses, bonds, insurance or workers’ compensation cover, and nothing on this page should be read as though we had. Confirm those directly with the contractor and with your state or provincial licensing body before you hire anyone.