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Avatar for Start to Finish Carpentry, LLC
Start to Finish Carpentry, LLC
4.9(
32
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Michelle did a great job with double checking all the specs for the material order and helping me select a color for the pre-stained interior doors and mouldings to blend the old with the new of our remodel project, and Justin did a fantastic job on the install. In addition to installing the doors and hardware, every door has a stop! Great attention to detail, ownership of their work, and generous with their time!"
5
Built-in bookcase w/ column
1
Pyramid Ceiling
2

+37

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Handy Rite Inc
Handy Rite Inc
4.8(
212
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - Repair+7 more

Serving Forest Lake, 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

+36

Response time20 mins
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Landson Construction
Landson Construction
4.8(
37
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Carpentry Framing - InstallDeck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Forest Lake, 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

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

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After costing out new cabinets vs new doors and drawers to facelift our 10 year old kitchen, we decided new doors and drawers would achieve the look we desired. Dmitry was fantastic- he came out and measured every single one, built and installed them himself. We went from a sea of golden oak, outdated cabinets, to beautiful, white shaker style fronts. He uses commercial grade paint and sprayed them all in his shop with the color we selected - perfection. We have received so many compliments since our project wrapped up. I look forward to hiring Dmitry to build some mud room lockers/storage for us when we are ready to tackle that project! Thanks Dmitry!"
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen
Custom bookcase
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen

+179

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Niola Furniture Upholstery LLC
Niola Furniture Upholstery LLC
4.7(
55
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The Workmanship of our furniture was Outstanding!! They were delightful to work with! Offered solutions, professional and knowledgeable. I would rate them a 10!!! Thank you Kathleen"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+12

Response time1 day
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Mr. How Do You Do It
Mr. How Do You Do It
4.9(
39
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Art Quality Renovations Corp.
Art Quality Renovations Corp.
4.4(
68
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWindow Frame - Repair+1 more

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project of demo old deck and build a new to the same plan did not get started until late November. There were periodic weeks during the winter that did not allow for any work. The company owner/manager(Ivan) kept us informed of the status. The quality of workmanship was very good and followed the city inspection. Project that was over 15K came in at the bid price."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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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.

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.

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.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home—like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more—are not included in the cost to frame a house.

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