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Top-Rated Carpenters in State College - Updated Nov 2026

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D Design Woodworking
5.0(
16
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Derek from D Design Woodworking created very cool dining chairs from ten (10) we picked-up in VERY rough condition. He also took-over and SAVED a dining room tables project for us! Take a look at the pics! Highly recommended."
Response time6 hrs
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Robert Womer
4.9(
22
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+1 more

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert was easy to work with and very much dedicated to doing a good job. He maintained a clearly defined schedule and was always on time. He was creative in figuring out how to strength my existing porch by adding additional board under the structure. This ended up giving me significant savings compared to another company that said they would wanted to rip off my existing porch and start all over. I never could have afforded that so I valued Robert's creative solution to keep the cost much lower. My thanks to Robert and Angi's."
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+28

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WHL CONSTRUCTION
4.3(
16
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Closet - Build

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were absolutely amazing to work with. Our house is 118 years old and they hadn't been updated since the 70s. They treated my home like their own. I am beyond happy with the end result"
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+24

Response time7 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
EPTS Remodeling
5.0(
3
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Closet - BuildGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"ERIC WAS PROMPT AND DID A MARVELOUS JOB ON BUILDING THE SURROUND FOR MY NEW HOT TUB. I WAS HAVING DIFFICULTY GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE TUB AND ERIC CAME UP WITH SOME WONDERFUL IDEAS FOR MAKING IT EASIER FOR ME AND MY GUESTS. I RECOMMED HIM EXTREMELY HIGH."
Building the deck.
Building the deck.
Building the deck.
Finished porch a few weeks later
Fireplace Wall Remodel

+35

Response time10 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E-Z Lawn and Landscape
4.0(
2
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"While EZ landscaping may be good for small projects, I would not recommend them for installing a new build yard. They took 3 months to finish the job, offering excuses, but no work. Our neighbors complained about the dirt washing into their yards and we received a letter from the Borough about the complaints. Not a good way to move into a new neighborhood. The yard is rough, with rocks and dirt still present after they planted grass."
Response time2 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

A cross brace for a fence gate should stretch from the top corner of the gate’s hinge side to the bottom corner of its latch side at a 45-degree angle to the bottom of the gate. This positioning distributes the bulk of the gate’s weight to the base of the post, taking pressure off the top hinge.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

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. 

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

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.

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