Top-rated carpenters.

Best carpenters near Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your carpentry project in Grosse Pointe Shores, MI?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY GROSSE POINTE SHORES, MI HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.6
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon73
    Verified carpentry services reviews

Verified Reviews for Carpentry pros in Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

*The Angi rating for Carpentry companies in Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 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 Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 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 June 16, 2026

Top-Rated Carpenters in Grosse Pointe Shores - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
Christian Dangelo Finish Carpentry
4.5(
8
)
Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceCloset - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris built a wardrobe closet, bedside bookcases, head board, bed frame with storage, dining nook bench, and a dining room table for me. Excellent work, prompt, cleaned up after every day. Super to work with and would highly recommend this professional!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Home Genius Exteriors
Home Genius Exteriors
4.7(
276
)
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work looks good and I had a great experience. The project manager Walter was very informative and the carpenter lance did amazing work."
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing
Roofing

+86

1634 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Top to Bottom
Top to Bottom
5.0(
9
)
Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent work, done on time and in budget. Very easy to work with and dependable"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by37%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Bloomfield/Birmingham
Mr. Handyman of Bloomfield/Birmingham
4.0(
93
)
Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"Ok. A little messy but done very nicely."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+1

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Request Quote
Nothaft Carpentry
3.4(
5
)
Closet - BuildFurniture - Build CustomInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary installed exterior steps leading from our kitchen to our backyard. We have a newly built home and he did an excellent job. When we are ready to do more wood work, we will hire him again. Dependable, affordable, and professional."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Moccia Lawn and Landscaping, Inc.
Moccia Lawn and Landscaping, Inc.
3.7(
81
)
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Moccia landscaping did an excellent job on my brick paver repair and front landscaping. Austin was great to work with and even completed my job a week ahead of schedule. I can't say enough positive remarks about them."
Custom Raised Outdoor Living Area
Landscapes and Softscapes
Softscape with Custom Lighting Accents (Rear)
Raised Outdoor Living Area
English Garden (Semi-Formal)

+70

Response time3 days
118 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for LUXURYBACKYARDLIVING.COM
LUXURYBACKYARDLIVING.COM
3.8(
64
)
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"they are alright for patio to expensize for gazebo"
Cathedral Sunroom
Cathedral Sunroom
Studio Sunroom
Cathedral Sunroom
Cathedral Sunroom

+50

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
at &thomas residential repair
5.0(
1
)
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hello, and thank you for considering my services.\n\nI provide dependable carpentry and handyman work with a strong focus on quality, attention to detail, and doing the job right the first time. I take pride in maintaining a clean work area, treating every home with respect, and communicating clearly throughout the entire project.\n\nWhether it’s repairs, installations, trim work, drywall, framing, or general home improvement tasks, you can expect reliable service, professionalism, and workmanship you can feel confident about.\n\nClean. Respectful. Detail-oriented. Committed to customer satisfaction.\n\nI look forward to helping with your project.

Request Quote
Avatar for ACE Handyman Services Metro Detroit NE
ACE Handyman Services Metro Detroit NE
3.7(
6
)
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Ace installed an aluminum railing with glass panels on my deck. Could not be more pleased with the it!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%of homeowners
Request Quote
McCords' Carpentry
New to Angi
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Grosse Pointe Shores, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

I've been honing my craft in the trades since I was old enough to swing a hammer... I always do my best to think outside of the box to problem solve issues and I like to think I'm pretty good at it too.\nI could do just about anything you would need a handyman to do... I've been framing houses and building stages for concerts since about 2015... For that reason my skills are a little too well rounded to specifically list off each and every one.

Request Quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 302
Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

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.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

The Grosse Pointe Shores, MI homeowners’ guide to carpentry services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles