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Top-Rated Carpenters in West 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 West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I went thru Home Advisors, not having a clue who or what I should do to replace an older sliding door to an outside patio. After reviewing and getting bids, I went with Kerbal Carpentry. Thomas took my needs & information then gave me choices of styles in various price ranges... After I chose and we agreed upon the pricing, his work was absolutely perfection. He is a carpenter, which showed with the completion of the slider installation. After the job, I swear, it was absolutely clean with No debris. He hauled away the old door and I could Not be more pleased! We're going to have new cabinets built and Thomas Will be there doing the Job! By the way, he repaired a door that has been difficult to open & close for Years & its made things so much better not breaking another doorknob!!! I Highly Recommend Kerbal Carpentry!"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ron G Construction Services LLC
4.9(
26
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving West 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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Beam Construction, LLC
5.0(
13
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving West 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 West 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

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Midwest Remodel and Repair
4.5(
24
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Where do I even begin telling you about Tony and the wonderful work he does, the attention to detail, the cleanliness, the "going beyond the call" mentality? We had a water mark showing up on our family room ceiling that was gradually getting bigger and darker. With two bathrooms on the second floor right above the damage we were pretty sure what the problem was. We really didn't know of any contractors that would do this "small" of a job so I went searching. Stumbled across Midwest Remodel and Handyman in my search, saw some good reviews and that's when we were fortunate enough to have met Tony! He came right out and assessed the damage and within a day gave me a fair quote and an estimate of when he would be able to do the work. Hired!!! Then, before he even started this job for us, my mailbox post decided to crap out on us and was almost leaning in to the street. I called Tony just to see if by chance he could fix it for me. Again...he came right out and took care of the problem for me! Unbelievable! When the time came to actually do the work I initially hired him for, he was prompt, diligent, efficient, he cleans up after himself literally every day before he leaves, and I have to say that watching Tony and his helper Brandon work together is entertaining, to say the least! What a couple of great guys with a great sense of humor! And when all was said and done, he stuck to his quote, no overcharging and the work was impeccable. But here is a testimony to the true character of these guys...in the midst of all the repair work going on, my wife had a medical emergency. I had to go pick her up from work and leave her car in the parking lot where she left it as she was unable to drive. On day two of her hospitalization, these guys offered to take me to go get my wife's car so it didn't have to sit in the parking lot any longer. They did not have to do that but that's the kind of guys they are and I was incredibly grateful! Class act all the way! Best of all, we now have someone that we can trust and rely on to do things around the house for us that we just don't have the talent or skills to do ourselves! What a relief!!! We already have more things for him to do! This guy is so good, it didn't take long for our neighbors to catch on...he's doing work for them now too!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Home Reimagined, LLC
4.6(
22
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving West Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Home Reimagined is how you would want working with any contractor to go. Efficient, knowledgeable, friendly, tidy. Nate and his crew made sure my satisfaction was priority, NOT getting through the work to get the next project. Our work entailed framing, insulation, drywall, and texturing in an unfinished portion of our basement. They even worked with our needs to customize framing into tray ceilings to hide bulkheads and duct work. Work that could have easily left large messes throughout our house. They were courteous enough to lay down canvas blankets in their traffic areas and always left a clean worksite at the end of the day. Weâ ve already reached out to Home Reimagined for our next home remodel project and will definitely be working with them again in the future."
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
Basement Bar
Basement Bar

+448

Response time4 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

While it is possible to build a wooden carport yourself, especially if you are skilled in carpentry, professional construction is recommended. Professionals ensure structural integrity, proper anchoring, correct alignment, and the use of quality materials for a stable and durable result.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

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