About Us
Our Mission
Better Built Basements is committed to transforming your basement from “Unfinished to Unbelievable!”
Our vision is to transform basements using superior products and workmanship to achieve 100% customer satisfaction.
Better Built Basements was established in 2008 by 3 driven people: James & Deborah Tranmer and their good friend Randall Michalek. With previous experience in the home improvement realm, they knew the inconvenience that comes with renovation projects.
Dealing with different contractors, miscommunication, designers, scheduling – it can almost be just as messy as what’s in the basement crawl space! So they sought out to provide a service and alleviate all of the stress for homeowners. Now the company services all of Connecticut and even Massachusetts – all from their main CT office.
While we plan to continue our expansion and disbursement, one thing that we won’t spread out is your need to shop around. We’re devoted to being the One-Stop-Shop for your home’s finishing needs.
Jim, Randy, and Deborah
Owners
Our Team
We’re a dedicated group of honest, talented, and friendly people
Olivia Gatzen
CEO
Jim Tranmer
Owner, Production
Randy Michalek
Owner, Production
Deborah Tranmer
Owner, Finance
Kaitlyn Gatzen
Office Manager
Jake Barnett
Head Production Manager
Benjamin Gatzen
Production Manager
Robert Pincus
Designer
Wayne Sirota
Designer
Tucker
Office Dog
River
Office Dog
Penny 🌈🌉
Office Dog
Lizzy 🌈🌉
Office Dog
Camaro 🌈🌉
Office Dog
Diesel 🌈🌉
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Innovative and affordable design & construction solutions
Connecticut’s #1 resource for custom finished basements! Our extensive knowledge and experience make us Connecticut’s finest choice for all your remodeling needs – from basements and built-ins to kitchens and baths.
Why take on all the worry and stress over remodeling?
Leave all of that to us and you won’t be disappointed.
Why is Better Built Basements Connecticut’s #1 source in custom basements?
When you work with our development team, you’ll see that you’re offered nothing but honest and quality work. From our craftsmanship to our installed hardware, we want to provide you with a remodel to stand the test of time.
We strive to build trust and confidence with our customers with precise quotes, honest and consistent communication, professional appearance and demeanor, and accurate timelines for every project.
You might actually be surprised to know that we can do almost any home remodel. We’ve done kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces, and even closed-in porches. Whether upstairs or downstairs – we’ll take on the job! “…providing innovative and affordable basement solutions.”
- Bars
- Built-ins
- Barn Doors
- Playhouses
- Theaters
- Game Rooms
- Nooks
- Bars
- Built-ins
- Barn Doors
- Theaters
- Game Rooms
- Nooks
- Stairs
- Wine Cellars
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms
- Porches
- Fireplaces
- Playhouses
Financing Available!
Ready to Get Started?
Use the form below to request a quote from Better Built Basements. We will contact you right away to visit your space and give you a free written quote.