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Top-Rated Carpenters in Arlington Heights - Updated Nov 2026

R U Construction
5.0(
25
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had our deck redone and couldn’t be happier with how it turned out! The finished product looks amazing, and the whole process was smooth from start to finish. The attention to detail and quality of work really exceeded our expectations. Our deck looks like a completely new space! We highly recommend them to anyone looking to have their deck redone. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Handy Veteran
5.0(
146
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have had them do several jobs over the years from building a deck, to installing doors, outdoor lights and exterior painting. We have been extremely happy with anything they have worked on. We will be calling them for more projects in the future. We highly recommend them."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Garman Painting Custom Decorating Inc
4.9(
65
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike is excellent, he did a wonderful job with our interior painting project. No issues what-so-ever; Mike exhibits stellar communication, was timely and is meticulous with his work. We will definitely hire Mike again for any painting projects. If you're looking for a painter, go with Garman Painting Custom Decorating."
Strie West Loop
Cabinet refinishing
Kitchen - Sunroom
Refinished cabinet doors
Garmanpainting.com

+118

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Slip Proof Safety, Inc.
4.1(
104
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Finished the work in a timely manner. Trustworthy.... able to work on his own. Frank installled two kitchen floors in my building. The floors are great and completed to my satisfaction. He patched a doorway and walll, which had water damage. The wallll looks great. He also installed two faucets and repaired a tub faucet and tile area. Hes' great......an all around handyman. I hope that he'll come back to help me again."
Removing tub for a new shower base
Tub to Shower conversion w heavy-duty grabbars
 Before walk-in tub, removing original tub
Replaced standard tub w walk-in tub
 Before walk-in tub

+26

Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
178
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Closet - Build

Serving Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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We are thrilled with the results.  The design has given us ample space to fit our needs, the product is high quality, the cost was very competitive, and it was installed without any issues whatsoever.  Both the designer and installer were on time, very experienced, polite, and thorough.  We could not have asked for more.


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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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