4.6 
520 *The Angi rating for Carpentry companies in Lake Forest, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Carpentry needs.
*The HomeAdvisor rating for Carpentry companies in Lake Forest, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Carpentry needs.
Last update on November 07, 2025
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!"
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"
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
"Jose did wonderful cabinetry work for us, refacing the doors on a built in wardrobe, building a new attached bookshelf unit, and combining them seamlessly. He was very communicative, flexible, and responsive. Would definitely recommend."
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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!"
+41
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We are very pleased with the work done by Paul and his team. They were courteous, professional, punctual and easy to communicate with. It was a tricky job becaus of space restrictions and we are happy with the end result and the work was completed within the time frame initally given. We have done some major renovations previously and know that there are so many things that can go wrong in a big job like this but all was smooth and calm. I would definitely use for future jobs and recommend to others."
+167
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Craftsmen who really know the carpentry business. They are versatile, creative, knowledgeable, and affordable. A small company, but with great benefits."
+37
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
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."
+47
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Mary offered great advice on how to make our garage more functional, and was extremely receptive to our feedback. The guys who installed the cabinets did a great job! Overall we are very happy."
+29
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"VERY GOOD CARPENTERS EXCELLENT CRAFTMANSHIP THEY KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING."
+59
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"This company did an outstanding job on our custom closet project. Tammy, our designer, demonstrated a great understanding of spatial planning and took our storage needs into careful consideration when creating the design. The final result maximized functionality without sacrificing aesthetics. We are extremely pleased with the quality of the work and the professionalism of the entire team."
+8
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