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Top-Rated Carpenters in Cleveland - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Bucktooth Handyman Co. LLC
Bucktooth Handyman Co. LLC
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Bucktooth Handyman Co. helps homeowners across Cleveland, Ooltewah, Chattanooga & nearby, work through the projects that keep getting pushed back. Like the ceiling fan still in its box in the garage, the leaky faucet, or the living room that needs a fresh coat of paint. \n\nHow our estimates work:\n1. Book your estimate online or call in and we can schedule you. \n2. We show up for your estimate appointment. \n3. Your Craftsman will listen, define the scope, and take all needed notes. \n4. Your Craftsman will go out to his truck and prepare your estimate. 15-20 minutes. \n5. Review it together: we walk you through the scope, pricing & options on our tablet.\n6. Ready to schedule the work? We get you on the schedule.\n\n\n\nWhat we handle: home repairs, installations & replacements, home refreshes, remodeling & custom features, demolition & disposal, property & business services, plus dump trailer rental.\n\nEvery job carries our 2-year workmanship warranty.\n\nLet Us Chew Through Your To-Do List.

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+9

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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K&K land management and restoration
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Customers say: True professional

"Keith n Jake we are on time did excellent work. Even helped me with another project while here. Would strongly recommend them for anything they are able to do. I had them painting a difficult situation in my powder room. Perfection!"
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+54

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for STL Woodworking
STL Woodworking
5.0(
8
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"STL Woodworking does AMAZING work. Greg is great to work with and always delivers an amazing product. I would absolutely recommend using STL Woodworking!"
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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Miller Light Construction LLC
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a real estate agent - I am always looking for reliable vendors to help me with my client's needs. Trevor and his crew have always been professional and easy to work with. I have used them in my personal home as well. I highly recommend them for all of your construction needs!"
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+17

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mexicuba
4.9(
11
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Pro got the job done well and in the time and time frame as promised. It was done for an affordable price for labor and for supplies. I would recommend this pro for any home improvement jobs at affordable price. With gas prices as high as they are finding a qualified and affordable worker is key to home improvements and being able to afford them."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by18%of homeowners
Avatar for Houston Haus Building Company
Houston Haus Building Company
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+3 more

Serving Cleveland, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tyler did an excellent job adding a pergola and corrugated roofing to my existing porch. He was prompt, professional, and gave me a very fair quote from the start. He did everything he said he would, exactly within the timeframe he promised. He was also really respectful of my space and my time, and communicated clearly throughout the whole project. I would definitely recommend him and would hire him again."
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

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 choosing a drywall anchor, consider the weight of the object you're hanging and how much weight the anchor will need to support. The heavier the weight, the stronger the anchor you'll need. You’ll find the weight capacity on the packaging when shopping for anchors. 

Also, remember that you can use more than one anchor when hanging something on the wall. If you're using multiple anchors, divide the object weight by the number of anchors to determine how much each will need to support. If you need help deciding which drywall anchor to use, you can hire a handyperson to hang your objects. 

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