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Top-Rated Carpenters in Dayton - Updated Nov 2026

Quality Counts Carpentry, LLC
4.8(
22
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Dayton, 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
Carpentry AZ, LLC
4.3(
8
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+6 more

Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

"Excellent!!! Rick came out, bid the job, and did the job on the same day. A had a couple of crescent shaped windows needing inside trim work. Finished like a true professional! This guy knows what he’s doing. Very happy customer!😊 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"
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+2

Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Home Visions Carpentry, LLC
4.3(
22
)
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Dan, the owner, was very professional and did an excellent job building our new deck and stairs. He was always on time and did everything he said he would do. His price was very reasonable and we got a great value for that price. I would hire Dan again in a heartbeat!"
 trex decking
 Cedar deck with arches
 1700 sq. ft deck with screen porch
 1700 sq. ft deck around pool
 Azek decking with cedar railing

+70

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Nick Holker Construction
4.8(
53
)
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick replaced our old wooden deck with a screen porch and it turned out perfect. He used quality materials and was super easy to work with. I'm confident he could build any deck/screen porch you can imagine. The best part is he charges quite a bit less than other companies!"
Cedar deck with screened gazebo
 cedar fence with lattice top
Dakota Junction Restaurant
Azek mahogany and aluminum railing
Azek

+53

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NT Woodworks, LLC
5.0(
17
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Nick is a very reliable guy, he scheduled the installation of our interior doors in advance and the job was done without any delays. He did a great job installing our interior doors in our condo. His price was very reasonable with very high quality. I was so happy with him and the job he did, that I called him again to install our baseboards and base shoes, and he did a great job as well. I will call him if I ever need any kind of carpentry work again. I highly recommend Nick."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Olson Construction of Isanti
4.9(
33
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mark and his experience in carpentry truly made a difference! He had great insight into the project and his communication throughout was appreciated. And the end result is really beautiful. So glad I hired him and would use his services again."
Railing
Stairway
Wood Railing
Stairway
Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landson Construction
4.8(
37
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Carpentry Framing - InstallDeck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

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

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elegance Custom Cabinetry
4.7(
48
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Closet - Build

Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If I had one word to describe Elegance Custom Cabinetry it would be "Outstanding". From the beginning, you could tell the passion, Dmitry (the owner) had in custom cabinetry. During the process of designing our new kitchen we went through 3 other cabinet makers and all either seemed to hate what they did or were non-responsive to our questions. Dmitry and his team were professional, friendly, prompt, dedicated, and perfectionists. In any project, you will have issues or unexpected challenges...Elegance ALWAYS had solutions and ALWAYS addressed them promptly. I am confident that without Elegance and Dmitry, our kitchen would have taken twice as long, for twice the cost, and with half of the result. I could not more highly recommend Elegance Cabinetry to anyone."
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen
Custom bookcase
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen

+179

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Cole Home Solutions LLC
5.0(
6
)
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Cole Home Solutions LLC did an amazing job for our baseboard replacement. He was prompt polite, and did an excellent job. The price was reasonable, and the service was fantastic. I would highly recommend hiring them for your next job."
Patio/awning
Patio/awning
Patio/awning
Patio/awning
Patio/awning

+13

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for R-Home Services, LLC
R-Home Services, LLC
5.0(
20
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ross picked up where the last contractor left me with the worst craftsmanship and unfinished work. Ross was timely, precise, and actually took pride in his work. I was very surprised with his work. My previous contractor cut my door frames off and Ross fixed them to look normal, you'd would never know they were cut off. I would recommend him to get the job done right and timely with integrity."
Bathroom
Basement
Basement
Entry way
Steps

+238

Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

The cost to frame a 2,000-square-foot house can fall anywhere between $14,000 and $32,000. This price can increase or decrease depending on what type of framing you choose, the quality of the materials, the project's complexity, and whether you decide to hire a professional to do the job.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

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.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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