Better Built Basements LLC

Basement Remodeling, Electrical, Drywall,

About us

Additional e-mail - info@better-built-basements.com. Award winning. The Mission of Better Built Basements, LLC is to have Connecticut homeowners select us as their remodeling contractor by providing innovative and affordable basement solutions. We strive to build trust and confidence with our customers with precise quotes, honest and consistent communication, professional appearance and demeanor, and accurate time lines for every project.

Business highlights

16 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Remodeling-basement, kitchen, sunroom & bathroom. Demolition. Framing. Electrical. Plumbing. Insulation. Drywall. Trim installation. Windows. Doors. Painting. Carpet. Laminate flooring. Ceramic tile. Hardwood flooring.

Services we don't offer

Waterproofing.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.6271 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
72%
4
11%
3
5%
2
4%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.6
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8

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Showing 251-271 of 271 reviews

Jackie S.
06/2014
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Basement drawings and price for finishing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

James H.
04/2014
4.0
remodeling, basement remodeling
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Provided design plans for finishing basement. We decided not to proceed with the project for unrelated reasons.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Shelly G.
04/2014
5.0
doors, basement remodeling
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: They fixed my ceiling, but in a handrail to the basement and fixed my doors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$470

Sharon C.
04/2014
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling, plumbing, basement remodeling
  + 2 more
Did not hire this company.
Description of Work: came out to quote a job - bought a "big deal" for a quote on basement measurements and plans. Had them then quote a bathroom remodel and living room repair due to a pipe burst. Punctual and friendly, knowledgeable. Quality in book and website look good but ultimately did not go with this company b/c double the price of any other provider (all of which we found on Angie's list)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$40,000

Joseph S.
04/2014
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Heidi T.
04/2014
4.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: BBB did a few things for me - they hung a jewelry box on the wall, they removed a wall a/c and sheetrocked the hole, and they installed an interior door in my lower level. As it relates to the a/c - they were to paint that wall, however they only painted 1/2 the wall and not all the way to the edges - so you can tell what was recently painted as it does not blend. As it relates to the door, it looks amazing, however it is very hard to open and close. They were on time and keep me updated with their progress. I would use them again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Katherine W.
04/2014
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced gutter and downspouts

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

George L.
03/2014
2.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: It took about 2-3 weeks to set up appointment with Randy. He came to the house and listen to the small amount of work. He sent an estimate of work to perfom. We called to try to confirm if the plate colores were correct and cancelled 2 timed thermostats for the 2 heated floors. The price went from $275.00 to $260.00. We were told this over the phone rather than a new bill. We set the time for installation of 8am on a Wednesday. My wife waited until 8:40 when the techs arrived. They said that no arrival time was discussed by Randy. He called and left a mesage with my cell phone saying that they wer 20 minutes late because they hit traffic. Evaluation: we payed $49.00 which according to the deal was for 1 hour of service. We have not received that back and it was never applied in the quote. Setting up the first appointment with Randy was too long, the amount for the work quoted was too much and they did not arrive on time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Better Built Basements LLC
The customer did not understand that there was traffic in Fairfield county. Price was agreed to before we drove down to the customers home. Customer was rude and told my employee that traffic was not an excuse. We were 20 minutes passed the stated time of arrival. We try our best to be punctual but traffic does happen. We are sorry that they were not happy. The angies list coupon was a discount of 249.00 for 49.00 that they paid directly to angieslist. The coupon isn't for 249.00 plus the 49.00. of a discount. We tried to reschedule 2 times with the customer with no phone call back.

Mark M.
03/2014
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
Did well.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Diane M.
03/2014
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

RICHARD G.
03/2014
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
Nice Job.
Description of Work: Finished basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$28,500

Yimeng L.
03/2014
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went well.
Description of Work: Fix the outlet of the bathroom and the switch in the electricity control panel.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

Lynn W.
02/2014
4.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Maggie F.
02/2014
1.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

FRANCOISE M.
02/2014
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
Went very well.
Description of Work: measured basement and provided plans with suggestions.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$39

ann W.
02/2014
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Stripped basement of much that had to go

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

beth R.
01/2014
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

John B.
01/2014
4.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Brenda S.
12/2012
2.0
doors, flooring contractor, woodworking
  + 1 more
8
Description of Work: Our front door needed replacement, along with removal of rotten wood below the door. Better Built responded quickly and came out to do an estimate. At the same time, I was in need of new flooring in the kitchen, eat-in area and 2 bathrooms. It would have been great to have the same company do all the work. I waited five weeks for an estimate. After five weeks, I called the company to let them know that I was very frustrated having to wait so long. I received a call back from "the boss" and he explained that replacement of just the door would not be the right fix for the problem. The entire casement (with side-lights) would have to be replaced. Because I had requested just the door (not knowing, of course), he didn't know what to do. He admittedly set the estimate aside and never tried to reach me to explain. By that time, I had already had two other estimates and both of those companies upon sight told me that they would not be able to replace just the door. Very soon after speaking with the "the boss" at Better Built, I received a phone call from the representative that came out to do the estimate. He also apologized (the boss clearly explained that it was not the reps. fault at all) and asked if I still wanted an estimate on the floors. Definitely not I replied. If they had been up front with me at the start, I certainly would have considered them for the floor replacement. Not very professional on the part of Better Built, to say the least.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0


Response from Better Built Basements LLC
We try very hard to help every client. This client had a front door that needed to be replaced. We are traditionally a Basement Remodeling contractor. Our designer informed me that they only wanted to replace part of the front door. After some research with our suppliers I determined that we could not do what the client asked for. We are sorry that she was unhappy with the outcome and time frame. I would ask perspective clients to look at all of our reviews from people that ACTUALLY experienced our company. We did try to make it right and she refused and told me she was going to leave me a bad review. Again I apologize that this customer was unhappy.

jay K.
12/2012
5.0
closet systems, doors, electrician, remodeling, home remodeling, lighting, basement remodeling
  + 5 more
Wonderful team of contractors.
Description of Work: Complete remodeling of basement. Move heater, build 2 bedrooms, cedar closet, workroom, bathroom, storage room, and large TV/sitting area. Redo the electrical box, lighting, wooden doors, real wooden molding, track lighting, carpet and bathroom fixtures. Shelving and many other great touches.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$70,000

Eileen L.
07/2012
5.0
basement waterproofing, carpet installation, ceramic tile, drywall, electrician, flooring contractor, interior painters, home remodeling, lighting, picture framing, plumbing, basement remodeling, woodworking
  + 11 more

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$32,000

Contact information

229 Christian Ln, Berlin, CT 06037

http://www.betterbuiltbasements.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
HIC.0674237
Trade License Locale
CT
Trade License Authority
Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Home Improvement
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2025
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.

All skilled traders and home improvement contractors operating in the State of Connecticut are required to be licensed or registered by the State Department of Consumer Protection. License or registration identification is required to be on all advertising, business cards, signage, and contracts. You can check to see if a contractor or tradesperson is licensed or registered by going to: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/

Service Categories

Basement Remodeling,
Electrical,
Drywall,
Interior Painting,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Lighting,
General Remodeling,
Plumbing,
Insulation,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Doors,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking

FAQ

Better Built Basements LLC is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Better Built Basements LLC accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Better Built Basements LLC offers free project estimates.
No, Better Built Basements LLC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Better Built Basements LLC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Better Built Basements LLC offers emergency services.
Yes, Better Built Basements LLC offers warranties.
Better Built Basements LLC offers the following services: Remodeling-basement, kitchen, sunroom & bathroom. Demolition. Framing. Electrical. Plumbing. Insulation. Drywall. Trim installation. Windows. Doors. Painting. Carpet. Laminate flooring. Ceramic tile. Hardwood flooring.
Waterproofing.

Contact information

229 Christian Ln, Berlin, CT 06037

http://www.betterbuiltbasements.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM