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Avatar for Vic Steiner Carpentry Inc
Vic Steiner Carpentry Inc
4.8(
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+9 more

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Vic did an excellent job for us on many projects--a major deck refinishing, rebuilding a 100+-year old window seat, resuspending sagging kitchen cabinets, repairing and replacing some outdoor cedar siding and stairs. These varied projects required not only excellent carpentry but also innovative thinking to resolve some of the construction issues involved in this quirky old house. We were expecting to have to replace the deck but he convinced us it would be better, and more cost effective, to instead refinish the old cedar boards, replacing only a few boards--and he was right. He could have charged us more for new decking, but didn't--this impressed us. He's honest, reliable, and good at solving problems."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Seatown Painting Solution, LLC
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"This was my first time looking for a painter for a big project- our entire house. I had no idea how to ensure that I would find someone who was skilled, honest, made good use of materials and time and was easy to work with. I hit the jackpot with hiring Peter. He went above expectations and completed the house quickly and even vacuumed the carpet! Highly recommend him- he is a great guy too."
full exterior painting
Front Door Refinishing/Painting
Full Exterior Painting
Full Exterior Painting
Interior Painting

+31

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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All Angle Continuous Gutters
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew was polite and professional. No nonsense, and had a hustle to their cadence. As a retired framing contractor I was pleased to see this efficiency as the job was completed in a timely manner. Impressed they took the time to stop and ask me how I wanted a particular aspect plumbed when in doubt. The job was done cleanly and it looks great. Highly recommended A !"
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Response time1 day
Response rate92%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Belden Family Builders LLC
4.9(
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed to repurpose some empty space upstairs by turning the loft into 2 additional bedrooms. Framing was done quickly and professionally and properly tied into the ceiling to maximize structural integrity. Mick did a follow-up job by installing insulation, wiring, walls, closets, doors, texturing and paint. He did it all! The house looks like always has this many rooms!"
Storage and Loft
Storage and Loft
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Storage and Loft
Storage and Loft

+41

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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Mount Olive Landscape & Constr
4.7(
50
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The crew complete work in May 2025. Project complete included building a rock wall, repairing the fence and another rock wall, making a small patio with flagstone, building a raised bed, removing several shrubs and transplanting 2 shrubs and a small tree. The crew picked up the flagstone, and rocks and also compost to use in the garden. In addition, several indoor projects were building a mantel, doors for a small closet and cabinet and dry covers in the laundry room. Norbert was great to work with and Ali for his carpentry skill, as well as the crew. The all worked hard, were efficient and very professional."
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Vinyl Fence Project
Vinyl Fence Project
Flagstone Patio
Flagstone Patio

+37

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

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.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

To calculate the number of linear feet of baseboard you’ll need, measure the length of each wall of the room you’re installing them in as close to the floor as possible, rounding up to the next full linear foot. If it’s your first DIY molding job, having a few extra feet on hand for miscuts is a good idea.

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