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Top-Rated Carpenters in Des Moines - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Kerbel Carpentry
Kerbel Carpentry
4.9(
53
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Kerbel Carpentry to fix the closers on our entry doors. They were very responsive to our needs and finished the work in a timely manner. Very friendly and professional, would recommend them to anyone."
Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ron G Construction Services LLC
4.9(
26
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fast response. Very communicative. Disassembled and took away my elderly mother's bed frame and mattress. Will definitely use them in the future for various handyman chores."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Deck Doctor
4.3(
60
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am extremely pleased with the repair of my 45-year old deck and steep wooden staircase from Ted Brown, the Deck Doctor. Ted was quickly responsive in getting me a reasonable work estimate. He began the work quickly, replacing damaged wood while maintaining original deck to keep my costs down where feasible. He was honest, personable and helpfully communicative. He and his assistant worked quickly and provided a thorough clean up each day. I highly recommend him."
Custom Log Home
 Barn remodel including sides/doors
 New deck with basket style railing system
 Basket style railing system
small, simple wood porch

+35

Response time4 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Beam Construction, LLC
Beam Construction, LLC
5.0(
13
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We absolutely love our new deck! Ermin and Beam Construction did a phenomenal job! The level of detail and customization they executed is truly top-notch. They seamlessly accommodated all our specific design requests, and the craftsmanship speaks for itself. If you want a truly unique, high-quality outdoor space, I highly recommend them!"
New shower
New shower
Completed new shower in basement
New shower added in basement
New shower

+24

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
J's Handyman Pros LLC
4.6(
29
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Josh Babcock did excellent work. He communicated well with me, was very easy to work with,and was quite thorough. I had a big shed and he found out it was too bad to repair so we decided to take it and all the huge shrubs around it totally down and he built a new one to my liking . He also did well on several small indoor projects. I would definitely hire him again. And each day- he always cleaned up the construction messes! That’s not something some construction people do."
Basement wall fix
Basement wall fix
Basement wall fix
Basement wall fix
Flooring

+22

28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just The Handyman
5.0(
6
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did an amazing job with my new deck project. The demolition and disposal of the old deck and construction of the new deck was top notch. He is very reliable, works quickly, and communicates well."
deck
deck
deck
deck
deck and pergola

+33

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn’t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl—which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.

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