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Top-Rated Carpenters in West Lafayette - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for R&S Decorating, Inc.
R&S Decorating, Inc.
4.6(
10
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving West Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"What makes the exceptional is that they are the complete package. They have business savvy, the customer service is good. The quality of their work is great. He is proficient in a wide variety of projects. He has handled and managed several projects for me and works well in both residential and commercial. He is head and shoulders above the rest. He is always competitve or lower then everyone else on how he bids on prices."
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+2

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for ANTHONY'S FORECLOSURE HANDYMAN SOLUTIONS, LLC
ANTHONY'S FORECLOSURE HANDYMAN SOLUTIONS, LLC
4.6(
10
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving West Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

""I couldn?t be happier with the incredible work done on my home! They did an absolute standout job hand-painting the exterior and completely transforming our deck. The hand-painted areas are absolutely flawless?crisp lines, solid coverage, and a beautiful finish that you just can?t get with a rushed spray job. The deck looks brand new again; the prep work was thorough and the final coat looks rich and even. The team was punctual, kept a perfectly clean job site, and stayed transparent about everything from start to finish. If you want meticulous craftsmanship and real professionals who care about the details, look no further!""
Decking
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping

+52

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Indy Aces Construction
Indy Aces Construction
4.3(
40
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Deck or Porch - RepairCloset - Build

Serving West Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company! Hunter came in and looked at the project we needed done and gave an estimate in 15 minutes! He then sat us down with a bunch of photos of previous work he and his crew completed and we were sold! Offered large discounts compared to other contractors we got estimates from. His crew and him did our entire master bathroom in a week start to finish! It turned out better than I could have imagined! I highly recommend Indy aces construction! Thanks Hunter!"
Response time1 day
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for FD General Contractors, Inc.
FD General Contractors, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+3 more

Serving West Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"FD General Contractors were so nice, professional and Davis and Franklin were so accommodating. When they finished installing the fence they made sure I was satisfied with the work they did, and they did an excellent job of cleaning up when done. I would highly recommend this company."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Danny's Handys services
Danny's Handys services
5.0(
1
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving West Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Juan did a fantastic job helping me yesterday. I had just moved into town Monday. I really needed someone to handle without a lot of oversight. He brought his own tools and did a great job. He cleaned up at the end. I will definitely used him again."
Furniture
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

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.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

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