Custom carpentry, better built.
Our name is our motto. Panelling, decking, doors, first fix and made-to-measure joinery for homes, landlords, builders and businesses across Balbriggan and North County Dublin.
One carpenter you can call, job after job.
Whether it’s one room or a year of work across several properties, you deal with Luke from the first call to the finished job.
Homeowners
Panelling, decks, pergolas, new doors and furniture made to fit your space. We respect your home and leave it clean.
Landlords and property managers
Doors, floors, stud walls and repairs between tenancies, done in time for your next renters. One number for every property.
Builders
A reliable carpenter for first and second fix when your build reaches that stage, in for the days you need.
Shops, warehouses and offices
Fire-rated doors, stud partitions and maintenance when something on your premises needs doing. Call once, and we become your go-to.
Five years of ongoing work
Dean KevelighanOwner of several historically protected properties in Dublin’s inner city
“As the owner of several historically protected properties in Dublin’s inner city, I understand the importance of high-quality workmanship, meticulous attention to detail, and reliable ongoing maintenance.
I have been using Better Built for over five years, and I can confidently say that their standard of workmanship is second to none. They are among the most helpful, diligent, and dependable tradesmen I have had the pleasure of working with.
Luke, in particular, is a man of exceptional integrity who takes genuine pride in his work and consistently puts his customers’ needs first.
I have no hesitation in recommending Better Built. In fact, I am more than happy to personally show prospective customers examples of the work they have completed on my properties. Simply ask Luke to put you in touch with me.”
What we do
Panelling
Wall panelling for halls, stairs and landings. Suits period homes and modern houses alike.
More on panellingDecking and pergolas
Timber decks that make an outdoor room, and pergolas for garden dining areas or carports.
More on deckingHanging doors
New internal doors for homes, and fire-rated doors hung to building regulations for commercial premises.
More on hanging doorsBespoke furniture and timber work
Media units made to measure, plus side gates, dog gates and slatted fencing.
More on bespoke furnitureFirst fix
Stud walls, standard and fire-rated plasterboarding, joisting and roof construction.
More on first fixSecond fix and maintenance
Finishing carpentry and the jobs that come up through the year on a home, rental or premises.
More on second fix
Panelled hall, stairs and landing
“We are absolutely thrilled with the panelling in our hall, stairs and landing! Luke had us involved with decisions and made the whole thing look seamless. Would highly recommend Luke’s services!”
Dorothy WoodsHomeowner
How a job runs
Get in touch
Call Luke, or send the form with a few details about the job.
Site visit
Luke comes out to see the job, measures up and talks through the options with you.
Quote
You get a price for the work before anything starts.
Work done, place left clean
The job is finished to a standard we’d put our name to, and your home or premises is left tidy.
Got a job, or a list of them?
Tell Luke what you need. Mon–Fri, 8am to 5pm.