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Olson Construction of Isanti
4.9(
33
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Andover, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"QUALITY work that was praised by not only us, but the other contractors that were hired to finish this project. Good communication and showed up on time to the agreed upon work days. I would hire Olson Construction again on any future projects! Thank you Mark!"
Railing
Stairway
Wood Railing
Stairway
Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Haven Homes & Design Co. LLC
5.0(
20
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Andover, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Haven Home and Design (Spencer and Co) did a great job making new doors for my husbands tool shed and also replacing a storm door on my house!! Great work, very reasonably priced!!! I plan to hire them in the spring to do some more work!!! ?"
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+9

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blue Sky Contractors LLC
5.0(
14
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Andover, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I will definitely recommend Tyler. Being this was his first complete pole barn build, it turned out excellent. 36' x 63' x 14' high. I had set the poles previously and discovered that my math is not as good as it used to be. I helped some but we had to reset the posts, and everything was down to 1/16". It really made a difference when it came time to build the barn. Very trustworthy and always came out when he said he would. Top tier carpenter you won't regret!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Elegance Custom Cabinetry
4.7(
48
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Andover, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are very happy with our new cabinets! It was great working with Dmitry and his team. Dmitry takes so much pride in his work. Dmitry was responsive to changes in plans and installed the cabinets even before we expected. We love our new cabinets!"
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen
Custom bookcase
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen

+179

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
First Class Creations, Inc.
4.2(
89
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Andover, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"First Class Creations were very good to work with on a small project that involved cabinet modification in our kitchen. While they had not installed the cabinets, Cory was very helpful in arranging for â service beyond the. call of dutyâ . He arranged for Tommy to come to our home after he had finished their project and handle our needs. Both were excellent to work with. I would highly recommend them for your remodel project."
Entertainment Center
Cherry Kitchen 1
Bev Lang
 fireplace view
Bar before finish

+146

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Quality Counts Carpentry, LLC
4.8(
22
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Andover, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Our project was new to us but the personal attention for details and options made it enjoyable and we felt like we were in the loop the entire project. Great timely responses were consistent. The workmanship and experience was evident as well was carefully and thoughtfully done. Weâ d definitely hire Quality Counts again and highly recommend Andy!!"
New Brighton Stairway
New Brighton Staiway
New Brighton Stairway
Prior Lake Stairway
Prior Lake Stairway

+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kestner Construction Co.
4.9(
10
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Andover, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kestner Construction built us a brand new three season porch in 2020. This was a complex project that also included an extra integrated deck on the second story. I was very impressed with the build quality and attention to detail. Ryan took the time to walk us through each aspect not just at the start but also during the build itself, suggesting thoughtful improvements as we progressed. We were so satisfied that we brought him back the following year to build a new shed. Highly recommended!"
Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck
Deck

+146

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dustoff Renovations, LLC
4.2(
25
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair+1 more

Serving Andover, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Dustin Monahan was very efficient in both his work and in his analysis of the problems of the project. All of his recommendations were accepted. His price for the project was very fair. He was very clean and neat in his work. He contacted me every day and explained what he intended to accomplish on that day and worked according to schedule. He is very personable and I would highly recommend him. Would definitely use him again if needed."
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Low profile hearth
Low profile hearth
concrete hearth
cherrywood shelfs

+8

Response time5 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

No, you do not usually tip a carpenter for their work. However, if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work, a 10% to 20% tip would likely be accepted with thanks. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the carpenter’s policy or preference for tipping before beginning the project.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

If you’re just replacing a few broken or damaged joists, you can expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $300 per joist. However, a complete installation for a home or room will take into account the cost of labor, which ranges from $25 to $40 per hour. Floor joist installation for an entire room, for example, can cost between $5,000 and $10,000, depending on the room's size and the materials used.

You don’t need a cutting board. In fact, cutting is the original purpose of butcher block countertops. That said, wood is porous and can harbor germs. You’ll need to clean your countertop thoroughly after use. Knives can also scratch the surface. This adds to the patina of the wood, but not everyone likes the look—in which case, you may want to use a cutting board.

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