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Avatar for Old Pro Carpentry Service LLC
Old Pro Carpentry Service LLC
4.6(
44
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is the second time we have used Dan. He built us a gym, with a sauna install. We hired him back. He is without a doubt the most reasonable and quality I have ever worked with. He does not try to talk you into things, he actually talks you out to make sure he keeps you on budget. We got everything we wanted, and he built us a bar as well. He allowed us to do a few things to save on cost. He is kind, funny, direct, but open to what you want to do. He wants you to be happy with the end product. His subs are all vetted by him and they were all top notch. My only issue, was the delays with subs, but it is 2022 and we all need patience."
New Entry
Kitchen Re-model
Kitchen Re-model II
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Nick Holker Construction
4.8(
51
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick did an excellent job building my deck. He was respectful of my property and the job was done quickly. I wanted a little more work done and he did a great job getting it done very fast with minimal effort from me. Very happy with Nick"
Cedar deck with screened gazebo
 cedar fence with lattice top
Dakota Junction Restaurant
Azek mahogany and aluminum railing
Azek

+53

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
The Handiest Man
4.9(
18
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Howard Lake, 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

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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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 Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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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
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Elegance Custom Cabinetry
4.7(
48
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Closet - Build

Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The project was very much discussed and we put all our ideas together and Dimitry shared some of his ideas of what might be some better options that we had not thought of previously going into these projects. One big suggestion was do the cabinetry in a white shade instead of using a color because he reminded us it would be much easier to change your wall colors and much more difficult to repaint the cabinetry. This worked out great and we did the same thing for the linen cabinetry in the hallway. In the bathroom he added 2 floating shelves in natural wood shade on one wall and made a super large framed mirror directly across from the shelves above the double sinks, and kept these in a natural wood shade also, looked great and added another color tone to the room which created more excitement. Self closing drawers, meticulous workmanship and full of super suggestions. I wanted a bit more added to our mirror, it just needed a bit more wood and he came out and suggested an idea and then made a return trip and added it and the mirror looked just the way I wanted it to be. Dimitry is a true Artisan, he will please you and his mastery of custom cabinetry will speak for itself."
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen
Custom bookcase
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen

+179

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Twin City Home Services
4.3(
146
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - InstallCloset - Build+3 more

Serving Howard Lake, 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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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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JP Handyman & Remodeling
4.8(
20
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"J.P. Handyman did an excellent job of figuring out a solution in a challenging situation, where the materials had to work in the outdoors and curve as well as follow the staircase up and down. Materials arrived, I was kept informed of the installation date, and the installation was flawless. Ball park estimate for the job was close enough."
Tile
Before - bathroom water damage
Accent wall
After - bathroom water damage
New vanity & fixtures

+42

Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for TECHNIQUES CONSTRUCTION
TECHNIQUES CONSTRUCTION
4.8(
22
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Closet - Build

Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've used Mike and Cameron on a few of my remodel projects. Mike pays great attention to craftsmanship. When we ran into some technical complications with the remodel, he was able to solve the problem and keep the project moving. Very pleasant to work with. I will be using Techniques again in the future. Thanks again."
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Basement
Basement

+25

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

The cost to convert a carport into a garage averages about $22,000, ranging from about $15,000 and $55,000. Additional cost factors to consider include size, time of year, and how much of the carport you can reuse. Other cost factors include the kinds and amounts of materials used, such as:

  • Add insulation: $1 per square foot

  • Add drywall: $1–$3 per square foot

  • Add window: $450–$2,000 per window

  • Add outlets: $75–$500

  • Add garage door: $250–$11,200

  • Enclose framing: $5–$13 per square foot

  • Replace roofing: $1,000–$2,000

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.

Balcony construction or replacement typically requires a building permit from your local permitting authority. Safety and building integrity are the main reasons for the need to obtain a permit and the subsequent inspections. In some cases, especially cantilevered balconies, your municipality may also require the oversight and signature of a structural engineer.

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