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Top-Rated Carpenters in Lafayette - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Landry's Remodeling & Repair, LLC
Landry's Remodeling & Repair, LLC
4.8(
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Closet - BuildCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+5 more

Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are in the middle of our project! The work is going fast. Pleased about that. They work hard on making all the changes in a 100 year old house. They have been helpful to reccomend solutions to make our home perfect. We would definitely reccommend them!"
Shed
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling

+53

Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Harrison Home Improvement, LLC
Harrison Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
14
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"We had an amazing experience with Harrison Home Improvements! They did an incredible job transforming our home from the inside out. From the exterior and interior painting to the cabinet installation, flooring, and trim work, every detail was handled with care and professionalism. The quality of their work truly shows. Everything was completed beautifully, and they went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with the results. They were dependable, professional, and paid attention to the little details that made such a big difference. If you’re looking for someone who can handle a variety of home improvement projects and take pride in their work, I highly recommend Harrison Home Improvements. We couldn’t be happier with how our home turned out!"
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+15

Response time4 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Fontenot Woodwork and Home Improvement
Fontenot Woodwork and Home Improvement
4.8(
15
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"I needed a new bookshelf for my classroom. I reached out to Fontenot Woodwork and they were very helpful and reliable through the whole process. The shelf turned out beautifully! I would absolutely work with them again on future projects. Highly recommend!"
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
RC Construction, LLC
5.0(
4
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Carpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Rafe Courville built a 22ftx24ft pavilion for us a few months ago. From the concrete floor to the 20ft tall pitched steel roof, it has been just what we wanted. The wooden post, beams, and railing are ideal for our needs. Very satisfied! He also built a 500ft wooden fence for us. We had him back recently to repair a hole in our main building's roof. Also very satisfied. Good price for the both. Rafe will be replacing all the cabinets in our kitchen in the near future."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for D & D Construction of Rayne, LLC
D & D Construction of Rayne, LLC
3.2(
417
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I gave the dimensions of the cement slab I wanted and I was quoted over the phone. I didn't have to wait for someone to come out. Often times these contractors come out to see where you live and what they think you can afford to pay. If you live in a nice area, they double their fees. It's happened to me on more than one occasion. Giving me the price over the phone for the exact size I wanted made me feel like the contractor was an honest guy. The installation was arranged right away and the crew got there early. They focused on the job until they were done. They did an excellent job! Would recommend this company highly!"
Tina Landry
Tina Landry
Tina Landry
Tina Landry
Tina Landry

+2

Response time7 hrs
232 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Goodlife Exterior
Goodlife Exterior
4.4(
5
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Customers say: True professional

"Arrived promptly on time and got to work immediately. Did an outstanding job and can’t wait to have him back over to conquer another task at hand. Would definitely recommend to friends and family"
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Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Yes, you can hang picture frames, shelves, and other items on Trusscore panels. For lightweight items (less than 30 pounds), the company recommends using adhesive strips rather than nails or screws. However, you’ll need to secure heavier objects to a stud in the wall. In these situations, Trusscore recommends cutting away the panel material and fastening the object to the stud with metal hardware.

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

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