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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 White Bear Lake, 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."
5
Built-in bookcase w/ column
1
Pyramid Ceiling
2

+37

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Handy Rite Inc
Handy Rite Inc
4.8(
211
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+7 more

Serving White Bear 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Northland Construction, LLC
Northland Construction, LLC
4.8(
40
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving White Bear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Can't say enough good things about this company.... responsive, professional, and fantastic work. I had a smaller project, but they fit me into their schedule quick and did a great job! Highly recommend."
Sew What exterior remodel
Back
St.Paul reside
St.Paul reside
Front

+40

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
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 White Bear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Phenomenal work from all involved in this project. Project ran smoothly and Ari went above and beyond to meet our needs. All subs did great work and were professional throughout. We would definitely recommend Landson Construction to others!"
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 White Bear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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

Serving White Bear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was the second project that I have hired TCH to do. It's so nice to be able to hire one contractor and have the same people do all of the work (plumbing, carpentry, tile work, etc.,) instead of having to hire a different company for each part of the project, or have a company sub out the work. TCH has the best personnel, always punctual and very cooperative. Regularly checking with me to be sure the job gets done the way I expected. They were very careful to protect all areas from dust and debris and made an exceptional effort to clean up at the end of each day and when the job was completed. I also think the price was reasonable. Thanks go out to both Cory's for all of their hard work. Another expert job by TCH."
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+52

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Niola Furniture Upholstery LLC
Niola Furniture Upholstery LLC
4.7(
54
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving White Bear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very personable and knowledgeable.worked with me to choose the right material.explained process very clearly.price very reasonable! Finished exactly on the agreed time frame. Confidently recommend!Will use again!"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+12

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Mr. How Do You Do It
4.9(
38
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving White Bear Lake, 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
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Reetz Construction LLC
Reetz Construction LLC
5.0(
7
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving White Bear Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Reetz Construction redo our existing deck. They did a wonderful job replacing the old wood with Armadillo composite decking. They had a great attention to detail and were meticulous about ensuring everything was just right. I highly recommend them!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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

Framing with metal studs can be significantly faster than using wooden studs, provided you have some experience working with the material. While you can use virtually instant pneumatic nailers with wood, metal requires installing screws. However, because metal is lighter, straighter, usually comes cut-to-length, and doesn't require sorting for the best pieces, you can save significant time using metal instead of wood.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

When hanging a door frame, it’s recommended that you use screws, not nails. Screws are more secure, easier to tighten, and easier to remove if you need to adjust the frame. On average, the cost to replace a door frame is about $400, but you can save on labor costs if you’re confident in your ability to DIY the project. 

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