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Last update on November 07, 2025

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Avatar for Osman's Carpentry Work
Osman's Carpentry Work
4.8(
39
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install+1 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"THE BEST! They were incredible communicative and did excellent work! I would recommend them to anyone looking for any carpentry work. Kind, hardworking, and get the job done!"
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Perfect Touch Home Improvement
5.0(
34
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service! The fence repair was done quickly and professionally. The price was very reasonable compared to other quotes I received. Highly recommend."
Work in progress
Finish Result
Window Washing
Gutter Cleaning
Gutter Cleaning

+51

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Toro Carpentry, LLC
4.8(
38
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They added a dormer to my house and did a great job. Framed, sided, roofed, and added gutters. They cleaned up everyday, laid down floor protections, and showed up everyday they were supposed to. I would definitely use them again"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O'Rourke Deck Services, LLC
4.9(
81
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After getting 3 other estimates, I hired Oâ Rourke Deck Services. They did a GREAT job, and completed the deck install in exactly the time frame expected."
Riverside TREX Transcend
Clarendon Hills TREX Transcend
Western Red Cedar
Response time12 hrs
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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A2 CARPENTRY
5.0(
9
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Closet - BuildDeck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Jose is very accommodating- thorough- I wanted two shelves attached to my kitchen soffit to salt and pepper shakers in my kitchen- he measured very carefully, painted the wood and they were placed with precision- Jose is kind and when he was going to need an extra day to complete he gave me enough notice- he cleaned up and I would highly recommend him for all your carpentry needs."
Cover for AC pipes
Cover for AC pipes
Cover for AC pipes
Adrian's Room
Adrian's Room

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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House Doctors of Northern Illinois
5.0(
33
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install+2 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric transformed my basement for me and did an amazing job!! He removed my old carpet, installed the tile floor and painted as well. Professional, skilled and even got the job done on a tight time frame for me. Awesome work. Thank you!"
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery

+41

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Overall Builders
5.0(
40
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall Builders did a great job. Extremely professional, timely, very neat, and fantastic communication!! I would highly recommend Overall Builders."
Deck And Railing
Window Installation
Carpentry
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+47

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.9(
82
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience working with Top Bros construction and remodeling. They fully removed our tile and wood flooring and installed LVP that we had provided. They also installed new trim and baseboards throughout, which look great. They were timely and efficient. We are very happy with the outcome!"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
178
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Closet - Build

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Marcia was our designer, and she was wonderful to work with! Professional from the start, flexible, and always receptive and responsive. The installers were great as well, always arriving within the designated window. They were also professional and friendly! We can't wait to do our pantry and nursery closet! We will definitely be using Closet OS again! Thank you for transforming our rooms and giving us great storage space!"
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Additional Photos

+29

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Avatar for J D Woodworking LLC
J D Woodworking LLC
5.0(
8
)
Closet - BuildFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I felt confident that they would do a good job. I was not on-site and left them alone in my condo to install the crown molding. They did keep in contact with me via text with questions and pictures. They were true professionals! They did an excellent job!!"
White oak hand crafted bunk bed
Custom crafted bunk Bed
Custom crafted Bar
Cedar sauna
Cedar Hot tub

+59

Response time30 mins
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

New builds, remodels, and additions often necessitate professional framing expertise.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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