Well it’s because the big box stores don't understand BBQ Like we at SmokerBuilder MFG do! They are more concerned with the profitability of a SKU than they are of your need for the best smoker that your hard earned money can buy and the results you are trying to achieve!
Big Box Store smokers are often made without the customer experience in mind which leads to sacrificing ease of use, lots of flare ups, and lack of flavor in your BBQ!
Those smokers are made from the cheapest materials and workmanship that they can find so the smokers do not last and worst of all you wind up frustrated and working hard to cook your BBQ!
Wow, amazing quality parts for an UDS. Excellent customer service. Frank called me and discussed different shipping options. Everything was shipped and picked within 27 hours. Can’t ask for better or faster shipping and customer service! Compared to other manufacturers in the UDS world, SmokerBuilders parts are better quality and better built!
Jon Fearnow - Results may vary from person to person.
I’ve been around grilling n smoking for over 30 years. I’ve owned just about every kind of smoker there is... Except the drum.
I’ve had ( and still have many ) Electric, Gas, Pellet, Offset stick and reverse flow to name a few.
I decided I wanted to try a drum. I started researching all the drums I could. Then I came upon the Draftmaster from Smokerbuilders MFG.
There is no other drum like it out there. It easily handles concerns about hot spots and consistent cooking results I had. The system channels all intake air to the bottom of the extra heavy duty basket. Combined with a user tuneable heat diffuser plate, That not only provides even heat distribution and flow, It increases efficiency for extra long cook cycles.
Shipping was prompt, Assembly easy. And what caught me instantly was the quality of the cuts ( CNC Plasma) and the thickness of the metal used. All nuts n bolts are stainless steel. This thing is made to last! Being new to drums I had a few questions. Frank and Tom were always eager to help with any and all questions. These guys know us and know smokers. I’ve got at least three dozen cooks over the last two months in my drum and I couldn’t be happier! Flavor is awesome, Burn rate is steady and easily controllable. Your gonna start seeing these drums at competitions everywhere!
William Biel - Results may vary from person to person.
Do I need to provide a commercial address for shipping?
No, it is a best to have your own commercially zoned shipping address but we can ship to the closest FedEx LTL Depot to your address and have your shipment held for you to pick up.
Can I pay extra to have my smoker delivered to my residential address?
Yes! We have a residential delivery surcharge of $99. This covers most shipments to your home address if you are in the USA lower 48 states. We will get several quotes and pick the best one for you. Please be aware there is a higher risk for shipping damage by the carriers that provide residential delivery.
How soon will you ship after my order is complete?
All orders typically ship within 5 to 7 days from the date of purchase. If for any reason your order will be delayed we will contact you to make arrangements.
Can you ship to locations outside the USA lower 48 states?
Yes! We need to get a quote for shipping and the checkout process will happen best over the phone. If you would like to order a kit and you are outside the USA lower 48 states please call us at 573-612-1315 for a quote.