Lester Building Systems LLC

Jim Reilly

2024-04

Having an extremely difficult time with paint fading and warranty. Came out and tested, said it had faded too much but then later called and said they had to retest because the numbers didn’t make since. Said they were coming out and didn’t, now can’t get any answers when I call. Extremely disappointed in their customer service. And this has been over 5 months. Seems like typical garbage from a company that charges premium.

Mary Piekarski

2020-05

My husband and I bought a mini-farm lot in 2016 and built a house on the front acre. Then this year we decided to construct a pole building. The process of interviewing pole building construction companies was daunting, to say the least. Having no knowledge to begin with as to how they are normally constructed and best practices, etc. we relied heavily on online reviews --- which, can be down-right frightening. Based on a few of the major competitor's reviews, at one point we even thought maybe we should just avoid a pole building and build a giant garage instead. Unfortunately, and understandably, most online reviews will be negative by nature. Most people who feel they have gotten a raw deal will, simply by virtue of human nature, will only speak up when they have a complaint. That being considered, we forged ahead and did as much of our own research as we could while interviewing sales reps from four of the major players in the pole building industry here in SE Wisconsin. We chose Lester mainly because of the sales rep and his awesome efforts to answer each and every question that we came up with, as well as the fact that he treated us with complete respect. He never once made us feel like we were unreasonable or that his potential paycheck was most important to him. He showed genuine concern for our needs. The other major deciding factor as to why we chose Lester was because of their superior roof system, their framing system and post construction as well as the quality of their exterior wall panels. The quality of the building materials and building process were important to us because we wanted our building to be air and water tight!To make a long story short ... the entire staff at Lester were super! Lester's staff exceeded our expectations: Brad (our sales rep), Sandra (our project manager), Bob and Martin (warehouse & delivery), and finally, and most importantly, Luke (and his whole construction crew) - We are so glad that we chose Lester Buildings to construct our pole building --- we thank everyone at Lester Buildings and we would highly recommend them to anyone considering a pole building!

Dianna Noonan

2023-05

I would never recommend Lester bldgs. I was sent a contractor who doesn't know what he's doing, never shows up andhas excuses excuses. Was told it would take 4 weeks and is now 4 months. I was told I would be in my place by Dec and don't even have the walls up or roof up, but they have their money so I'm am screwed, plus Lester bldgs is no help or do not stand behind their product. I just hope someday it will get finished since I've paid for it. Maybe Lester should send me a different builder to finish this project since the contractor assigned to me can't seem to get it together. I have called Lester 3 times with no help at all. I would not ever reccomend. I feel like I've been used horribly with Lester not being responsible.

tim lano

2023-05

I am 68 years old. I sold the business I started, bought 70 acres, had KA Witt Construction build me a house and had Lester build my pole barn. Owning and running a farm has been a life long goal of mine.Both builders have been excellent. My sales rep for Lesters was Jennifer Wight. She was knowledgeable , thorough and extremely patient. She led me without being heavy handed.The build team, led by Brad were incredible. They always had a smile for me and treated me as if I was their most important customer.The whole Lester team was top notch. The project came in on time, on budget and with a happy owner. If I build more pole barns Lester Buildings will be my first call.

Greg Zalesky

2023-05

I had the roof replaced on an old pole barn last year, due to excessive leaks. I contacted my sales rep in October 2021 about leaks in the new roof and as of today, I still have 5 separate leaks in my roof, and no one has come to look at it. I still have not received any warranty information from Lester after contacting my sales rep multiple times.

Steve Hage

2023-05

I have to update my review as we have come to a complete standstill with no action on Lester Building Systems part. As we have gotten involved in verifying the status of our final components we have learned that no delivery or install date has been established. Speaking with the vendor and installer, they have had no communication with Lester Building Systems. Unfortunately we have no fallback option as we have paid for the 40 garage doors and installation.The staff is unable to resolve coordination issues. There is a significant effort to secure the building deposit and then the folks seem to fade away with no responsibility. Caution should be exercised when selecting this firm. We are losing money on the operations side.

Lisa Johnson

2021-05

We were very happy with our Lester Building. We were awarded the 2005 Award of Excellence. Our building is beautiful. The issue we have is the fade on our roof. We hired a roof cleaner and after an hour they were able to clean a 4x4 section. The person we hired told us that he would do more damage and it would look worse if he proceeded. Our roof cleaner did use the product and process recommend to us by Lester. Lester then sent one of their employees out to test for fade. The Lester employee cleaned small spots then tested for fade. The tests came back as acceptable fade levels. So we now have a roof with small spots that they cleaned and the rest is still very faded with no acceptable answers. The back side of the building is shaded and has no roof fade. We are unsatisfied with Lester's warranty.

Myrna Miller

2023-05

I purchased a Lester building and a couple years later had a second one built. The team was very professional; they designed a loft over part of the floor in the first building for storage. I really like the drip-stop ceiling. I use them to store hay and condensation dripping off the ceiling in the winter can cause hay to mold.

Robert Whitaker

2022-05

Numerous leaks in the roof. That's just on the unlined portion. I don't know how many may be on the end that is lined. There was water leaking through so I imagine the insult is soaked in spots. I do NOT see this as acceptable workmanship. Payed well for a new building not one that needs repairs from day one. I deserve a response from corporate not the dealer who wants to continue to patch a new building.

Jeremiah

2023-05

We tried three different timesReaching out to Them and their representative Joe bjelland simply would not respond. We even reached out to him directly and nothing. We informed lester of this and then they didn't respond. Must have plenty of work, if customer service is this poor before paying them I can only imagine how helpful they are once theres a contract

Terry Kast

2022-05

Who knows if the building is any good when the builders won’t even show up to make the building you pay dearly for. Started a month late. Now in two months we have seen them 5 days. This was a disaster decision. Be careful. They don’t bet their builders apparently.

zach Hecksel

2017-05

Worked here for 3 summers. Fun people to work with. Hard labor work, but fairly easy going. Quality is good but sometimes overlooked. Wouldn't mind working here long term if they paid better. They probably pay less than their competition, but they are also more laid back than other places (so I've heard).

MinnEquipment

2023-05

Lester hounds you for every payment but doesn’t deliver critical parts of the building package. When you try reaching out to you they just pass the buck or don’t respond at all. I have never received such poor service anywhere.

Lance Pearson

2022-05

I've been a roofer for over 30 years and this is the absolute worst product I've ever used. Please take my advice and use any of the other hidden fastner products!!! You will regret using this one!!!!! Hope this helps.

stephanie peterson

2023-05

Have been waiting weeks for a quote for house build. Everyday we call no answer… leave a voicemail doesn’t get back to us. Don’t know how to move forward with the build if they can get back to us!

Sheila Montri

2023-05

We can't get anyone to respond to us regarding our warranty on our barn. We have been trying all summer.

Justin Sobaski

2023-05

Lester is a great company to work with. I would highly recommend Lester Building Systems!

Zach Milligan

2022-05

Built a building for one of there distributors and the farmer paid them and they never paid me.....shady company that clearly doesn't care how there operation works if they can't pay for their buildings being built

Ryan Williams

2022-05

Initially got back to us quickly. Now we can't get ahold of anyone. Guess we're going with someone else.

BuildingWyo

2019-05

Awesome manufacturer to work with, quality materials, great design, unmatched software, innovation and dedicated to service.

Steve Gasser

2018-05

Great company with a wonderful staff.

Jim Doherty

2022-05

Quality Products, Good People, Friendly Fast Service..

Mathew Morledge

2023-05

I love my new building!!

Joe WESSINGER

2022-05

Gave a bid very quickly.

Galen Sabot

2018-05

Great place to work