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Start to Finish Carpentry, LLC
4.9(
32
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Justin installed some interior doors and wood trim in our room. He did a great job on our project! Justin has great attention to detail and was very thorough in completing all tasks. I would definitely recommend Justin for any carpentry project."
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Built-in bookcase w/ column
1
Pyramid Ceiling
2

+37

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Handy Rite Inc
4.8(
211
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The worker, Vlad, was here on time. He was very polite and very competent at what we wanted done. He is a very good carpenter! Work was done efficiently and was cleaned up when he was finished. I would not hesitate to hire Handy Rite again!"
Maintenance Free Deck
Backsplash
Framed in a wall and added a window and French doors to create a private office.
Accent Wall
Accent Wall

+34

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
The Handiest Man
4.9(
18
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed an executive massage office chair that I purchased from Wayfair assembled. Kyle was absolutely AWESOME! He is friendly, professional, patient , skilled , thorough and an all around nice guy! I highly recommend Kyle for any assembly needs you may have! He works quickly and efficiently! 10 stars??????????????????????"
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+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Landson Construction
4.8(
37
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"I rank Landson Construction #1 in the list of contractors we have hired in our 40 years of home ownership. Ari and his team of subcontractors recently completed a challenging remodel of one of our bathrooms--challenging because it is a very small area with limited space. Their finished job looks better than our separate remodel of a larger bathroom completed by one of the big firms that advertises daily on television. Examples: the tile work in our small shower is exceptional, and the vanity/oversized sink is a perfect match that does not dominate the small room. Ari Erickson (no relation to me) offered selections from his preferred vendors, but we had full latitude to shop on our own for all tile and fixtures. He and his subcontractors kept us fully apprised at all stages of the project, arrived promptly throughout the course of the work, responded promptly to our texts and emails, and cleaned up their work area at the end of each day. My highest recommendation: I always seek at least four bids for a major project, but I would forego that process and hire Landson Construction again for future building/remodeling projects, and would encourage friends and family to do the same."
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells

+14

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Twin City Home Services
4.3(
146
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It couldn't have gone any better! The bidding process the reliable scheduling of the work, the carpentry and handyman expertise, talented and fun workers, we're all top notch. Their pricing was also very competitive. They took great care to use plastic to keep the house clean and we're generally very careful and considerate about our home and everything they did. Look no further, hire these guys!"
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+52

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mr. How Do You Do It
4.9(
37
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ben was really helpful in preparing my new office to move in. From painting and assembling furniture to building a kitchenette, his work was excellent. He was easy to work with and responsive. He communicated and was available. I appreciated his work and will continue to use him as necessary."
Metal posts cedar panels
Shelving with Door’s
Composite decks and landing
Dog ear and metal mesh
Garage shelving

+41

Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JB Rogo LLC
4.9(
10
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John was professional , polite and did a great job fixing and painting some very old window trim on the exterior of my house. He went above and beyond by identifying and fixing some cracks in my foundation. Honest and fairly priced. Thanks John!"
vinyl siding repair
siding repair
vinyl siding repair
emergency dry in
siding repair

+4

Response time10 hrs
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

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.

Removing a load-bearing wall affects the structural integrity of your home, so you’ll need a permit before starting the work. Building codes vary by municipality, and obtaining a permit and having the work inspected after completion will ensure you’re in compliance with all applicable regulations.

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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