Better Built Lumber & Supply, Inc. is a full service design and construction company focusing on garages of all sizes, styles and materials. At Better Built, there is no middle-man, we own our own lumber yard. Therefore, we are able pass on that savings directly to our customers. Family owned and operated since 1956, we have completed thousands of construction projects.
Whether you are looking for a new garage you can count on Better Built to deliver a superior product. From start to finish, our team of professionals will be there to provide you the excellent service that has been the foundation of our business for over 60 years.
Whether you are looking for a new garage you can count on Better Built to deliver a superior product. From start to finish, our team of professionals will be there to provide you the excellent service that has been the foundation of our business for over 60 years.
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The quality of our craftsmanship and materials are unparalleled and we take great care to see to it that it stays that way on each and every project, and we average well over 30 years of experience. We've seen it all and have the know-how and experience to tackle any job. Of course, building the highest quality garages includes the use of superior quality materials.
Better Built Garages is your Better Built option when you need to replace your old and warn garage door. Better Built Garages installs doors made by C.H.I. Doors that carry a warranty backed by C.H.I. Doors and Better Built Garage's personal guarantee. Few doors in your home get more use than your garage door-it truly is the biggest door in your house.
Better Built Garages can help make your home maintenance free by installing new vinyl siding and soffits. Choose from a variety of styles and colors to beautify and simplify your home. It's no wonder that vinyl has become the most popular siding material available. In fact, of all exterior building products, vinyl siding now represents 62% of the market, and it's still growing!
Q. Are we a member of the BBB? A. Better Built Garages is an Accredited Member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating. Q. Are we licensed in your area? A. Better Built Garages is licensed and Bonded in all Chicagoland and Northwestern Indiana areas. Q. Do we offer a Senior Citizens Discount?
Reviews (10)
E. Chavez
Jun 15, 2022
Katherine White
Mar 15, 2022
Better Built Garages took my $3000.00 down payment and refused to return my money after I needed to postpone the rebuilding of a garage due to ability to finance due to Covid. I do not think it is fair for this business to hold on to my money in this time of desperate need. This was part of the reason I had to put the project off. They refused to give me my money and became rude, disrespectful and belligerent when I attempted to recoup my money. They did not render any services.
Eileen Houdek
Feb 27, 2022
Maria Mccarthy
Feb 06, 2022
Lori Bargi
Jan 27, 2022
Colleen Dunne
May 08, 2021
We had a new garage built a few years ago with Better Built. They did a great job at the time. Very professional and quality work. Recently we had an issue with the garage door opener. Better Built came out to check it in a timely manner. It was a quick fix and the service provider was so helpful and did a great job. I do not hesitate to recommend Better Built for all your garage needs.
Deborah Harris
Apr 30, 2021
After twelve months of shopping five builders, we decided to go with Better Built. The sales rep was at our home twice and had thirty plus years with the company. Our garage is 24'W x 40'D with 10' walls. He assured us we would love it when it was done. We wrote a contract and upgraded the doors and windows. We purchased them and they were installed free of charge.
All the sub contractors, concrete, carpentry etc. were very professional, timely and polite. All the materials used were of very good quality due to BB having their own lumber yard. The support we receive from the girls in the front office was the best. Our phone calls and questions were taken and resolved. They also were polite and timely. We are very happy with our new garage and I would definitely recommend Better Built as they were our first choice. EAH
All the sub contractors, concrete, carpentry etc. were very professional, timely and polite. All the materials used were of very good quality due to BB having their own lumber yard. The support we receive from the girls in the front office was the best. Our phone calls and questions were taken and resolved. They also were polite and timely. We are very happy with our new garage and I would definitely recommend Better Built as they were our first choice. EAH
Robert Brown
Mar 20, 2021
Derwin Beushausen
Dec 15, 2018
Back around March or so of this year (2019) I called BBG to put new siding and roofing on my home, as well as make a huge concrete patio (20'x32') and a custom 18'x26' workshop. I was stressed to the max because it was taking forever for this all to get done. I even took it out on them. But, seriously, it was the weather. We had the WORST spring in regards to RAIN than we've had in decades.
The rain just seemed to never stop. day after day after day. It delayed the project over and over again. At any rate, once the rain stopped BBG completed the siding and roofing, and then poured the concrete for the patio and shop. The concrete work was second to none. simply the best. Then the carpentry crew came out the next week and built my custom workshop in two days.
All in all I would say BBG did an incredible job on a pretty big project. I've attached a couple pictures. Yes, our puppy Biscuit thought he was the crew boss during the process!
The rain just seemed to never stop. day after day after day. It delayed the project over and over again. At any rate, once the rain stopped BBG completed the siding and roofing, and then poured the concrete for the patio and shop. The concrete work was second to none. simply the best. Then the carpentry crew came out the next week and built my custom workshop in two days.
All in all I would say BBG did an incredible job on a pretty big project. I've attached a couple pictures. Yes, our puppy Biscuit thought he was the crew boss during the process!
Robert Thomas
Feb 01, 2018
I decided to share my experience with Better Built after one year since completion to give my full and honest opinion. We commissioned Better Built (BB) to perform a complete tear-down of our old 1940's era original garage and construct new. The process was lengthy, which I can expect since this is major construction; but, our Sales Rep Larry took care of us and kept us updated with the process from start to finish.
The garage, as it stands right this moment has lived up to our expectations and more! We have not had an issue with any component, the overhead door, opener, electrical system, gutters, soffit and facia, entry-door and hardware, window etc. have all performed flawlessly thus far. I had multiple garage companies come to obtain estimates, BB, while not the absolute cheapest estimate I received, included some features that created more value-per dollar than other company's estimates, some companies I could tell were very much trying to take advantage of me in their offer sheets.
We feel that after one full year of using and enjoying our new garage we absolutely made the right choice in trusting BB to perform the work. I have included a few pictures to show some before, during and after construction. Thank you for doing a great job for us Better Built!
The garage, as it stands right this moment has lived up to our expectations and more! We have not had an issue with any component, the overhead door, opener, electrical system, gutters, soffit and facia, entry-door and hardware, window etc. have all performed flawlessly thus far. I had multiple garage companies come to obtain estimates, BB, while not the absolute cheapest estimate I received, included some features that created more value-per dollar than other company's estimates, some companies I could tell were very much trying to take advantage of me in their offer sheets.
We feel that after one full year of using and enjoying our new garage we absolutely made the right choice in trusting BB to perform the work. I have included a few pictures to show some before, during and after construction. Thank you for doing a great job for us Better Built!