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Top-Rated Woodworkers in Clayton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Lange Handyman Services, LLC
Lange Handyman Services, LLC
5.0(
19
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Clayton, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent! Great job restoring wood deck floors, 3 sets of stairs, built in benches and railings. Mark did a great job. His assistant Phyllis was awesome. Joanna is friendly and quote was fair and reasonable. Completed quickly and removed all old wood. Will definitely call for future projects."
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Deck Steps and Railings Repair
Removed railroad ties and built retaining wall.
Deck, Retaining wall, Basement Door
Deck Repairs

+41

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Think Tank Enterprises
5.0(
182
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Clayton, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fred has worked on multiple projects at our house, including two decks and a fence. His work is impeccable, and he always goes above and beyond what Iâ m expecting. Heâ s very reliable and his prices and bids are always fair and reasonable. I highly recommend Fred and his business for anyone looking for quality work from a very skilled professional."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TNC Painting & Remodeling LLC
4.6(
45
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Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Clayton, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brian was hired to repair damage ceiling in kitchen due to flooding in master bathroom. He replaced 3 sheets of 4 ×10 foot drywall and painted textured area. I was impressed with his work and professionalism."
Basement Project
Basement Project
Before
Before
Before

+17

Response time8 hrs
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Garden Expert, Inc.
Garden Expert, Inc.
4.7(
47
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom

Serving Clayton, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark replaced a retaining wall in our backyard, rebuilding and expanding the patio in the process. He was fantastic! His work is excellent. He is thorough and did everything properly and in a timely manner. He was totally professional. The cost was more than fair. I completely recommend him and would hire him again without question."
Backyard Design & Install
Computer Generated "Handrawn Image"
Covered Patio/Structure/Fireplace
Cedar Fence/Screen/Entrance
Circle Accent Patio

+64

Response time7 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Matt's General Home Improvements
Matt's General Home Improvements
5.0(
22
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+6 more

Serving Clayton, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt is fantastic! I hired him to do some carpentry work. I know nothing about such things, and he made sure to explain everything—what he recommended, different things he could do, why he was doing certain things—and he included me in every step of the process. In addition, he is very responsive and communicates really well and PROMPTLY! He takes his work seriously, and it shows. I’ll definitely be hiring him again, and I highly recommend him!"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Innovative Shade Solutions, LLC
Innovative Shade Solutions, LLC
4.8(
64
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom

Serving Clayton, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Great doing business with a local family owned company. Wish I could hire them for all my home improvement projects! Very happy with the result!"
Retractable Awning with Vario Valance
Retractable Products
Retractable Products
Retractable Products
Basket Awnings

+39

Response time2 days
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for The Designer Craftsmen
The Designer Craftsmen
5.0(
5
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+6 more

Serving Clayton, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hello there! I'm a Saint Charles/Saint Louis native and an experienced carpenter and remodeller of 17 years! Been in my own business since 2022. I love to do beautiful work at reasonable prices. I am focused on design-minded small construction and carpentry--this means that I am not primarily so focused on flashy features and the newest updates, and more focused on how I can create a project with you that makes sense with your specific house and it's architectural design. I love working with wood the most but really love doing most anything on a home and happy to do handyman work here and there as well. Please reach out so we can start a conversation! I'm happy to offer advice on how to navigate the construction industry or send you phone numbers of other great guys if you need other services. I focus on approachability and a down to earth experience. I love doing good work, i'm easy to deal with and show up when I say I will. Would love to work with you!

Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck
Saint Charles Re-Deck

+25

Gold Leaf Design, LLC
5.0(
7
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+1 more

Serving Clayton, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Denis K., project mgr., was at our home the day after initial contact. When he left we had a quote for the work requested. His crew began the work Monday of the next week. They were on time daily and did an excellent job. Denis checked on the work each day. Working with him was very easy. Would definitely use them again and highly recommend Gold Leaf Design."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

No, you do not usually tip a carpenter for their work. However, if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work, a 10% to 20% tip would likely be accepted with thanks. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the carpenter’s policy or preference for tipping before beginning the project.

Board and batten is a type of wainscotting that uses wider boards that are placed vertically, and it has a much more rustic aesthetic than wainscotting. Common wainscotting styles are raised-panel, flat-panel, and beadboard. Wainscotting is more intricate and will typically use more elegant, subtle trims compared to the more farmhouse-inspired boards of board and batten styles.

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

Carpentry is a skilled trade and requires many years of experience to acquire the skills necessary to do the job efficiently and correctly. Because every home requires a carpenter at some stage of the building process, carpenters are typically in high demand. The higher the skill level, the higher the hourly rate the carpenter can charge.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

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