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Old Pro Carpentry Service LLC
4.6(
44
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I don't think I could have found a more professional and knowledgeable person on the subject of home improvement. Dan stopped by for an initial assessment of the project, took measurements and recommended Scherer brothers lumber yard over the home improvement stores (I.e. Home Depot, menards, etc) which saved us $500 on our custom door. He removed the old door, installed the new one and storm door in 5 hours. When he finished, he walked through recommended maintenance of the door and certain finishing tips. My one criticism would be a need for a written quote prior to work (since there was a question about the original quote). However, this was not a major issue."
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Kitchen Re-model
Kitchen Re-model II
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Nick Holker Construction
4.8(
51
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick replaced our old wooden deck with a screen porch and it turned out perfect. He used quality materials and was super easy to work with. I'm confident he could build any deck/screen porch you can imagine. The best part is he charges quite a bit less than other companies!"
Cedar deck with screened gazebo
 cedar fence with lattice top
Dakota Junction Restaurant
Azek mahogany and aluminum railing
Azek

+53

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Twin City Home Services
4.3(
146
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Hytop Construction LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n\n\n

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sentri Homes
2.8(
33
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Minnesota Construction and Property Management
5.0(
20
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Trevor was part of the team when we were finishing a kitchen remodel in 2014.  At that time we had him open a space in a wall for a future cabinet, but not cut through the wall until we knew what we wanted.  We figured out what would work best and asked him to finish the wall cut-out and smooth the sides so the new cabinet will fit.  While Trevor cut the drywall, his helper vacuumed up all the dust.  They also moved a storage unit to another room.  Trevor also answered some questions I had about a problem outside. 

They were done with everything within 40 min and no dust or drywall fragments remained.  I'm sure he will return to help with some other job in the future. 


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Composite Decks
Cedar Decks
Covered Decks
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cabinets for Everyone
5.0(
46
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are very happy with the work that was done by Cabinets for Everyone. We arrived at a new design concept, it was accurately priced by Vlad. The schedule called for the complete project to be done in two weeks and it was. Including installation of our new appliances and re-wiring of cabinet lights. We have recommended this company to many friends who have also had a top notch experience with the Cabinets for Everyone crew. Wilt Berger"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Artistic Fence Inc
4.4(
154
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After another company installed the supporting retaining wall, Artistic Fence came in a week later and a two-man team installed the fence posts. Then about three days after that a different carpenter came and built the fence. The fence looked great and the three gates worked fine.
After about a week, the main gate started to stick when opening. Since the sticking seemed to be getting worse, I called the company and explained the problem. Shortly, a temporary brace was installed to support the gate. Their carpenter reported that one of the fence posts supporting the gate was warped (this was what we suspected). He recommended two possible solutions: install a bracket between the post and our garage, or remove the warped post and install a new one. We decided to try the bracket idea.
It took a little time for their carpenter to fit us in. He installed the bracket with additional bracing on the inside of the garage making it very strong. The gate works fine now with no sticking.
While I felt like I had to prompt the company a few times, and it took a little bit of time to get the warped post braced, I am very happy with the finished product."
Wood
Aluminum
Vinyl
Pergolas
Arbors

+2

Recommended by85%of homeowners
Ark Construction, Inc
4.6(
47
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Serving Howard Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

"Scheduling was easy and services were completed within a week of my initial contact. It can be difficult to find someone who is willing to do a small home repair job, so I'm thrilled to have a contact for future projects. Larry is very professional-- he's efficient, knowledgeable, no-nonsense, and friendly. What more could a person ask for? Don't hesitate to give him a call!
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in Howard Lake, MN

Professional contractors complete basement framing in three to five days, depending on the size and complexity of your space. Projects with simple, open layouts progress faster than those with multiple rooms and corners. DIY framers should expect the job to take significantly longer, potentially seven to 10 days or more, depending on experience level and available time. The timeline doesn't include other aspects of basement finishing like drywall installation, electrical work, or finishing touches, which extend the overall renovation schedule.

Most municipalities require building permits for basement framing projects. These permits cost between $1,200 and $2,000, ensuring your renovation meets local building codes for safety and structural integrity. Working without proper permits can result in penalties, forced removal of completed work, and complications when selling your home. Your local building department can provide specific information about permit requirements, inspection schedules, and any special considerations for basement renovations in your area.

For basement framing, use pressure-treated lumber for bottom plates (the horizontal boards that contact concrete floors) to prevent moisture damage and rot. Standard kiln-dried lumber is suitable for wall studs and top plates that don't directly contact concrete surfaces. The most common lumber dimension for basement wall framing is two-by-four, though some situations may call for two-by-six lumber to accommodate thicker insulation. Always check local building codes, as some jurisdictions have specific requirements for basement framing materials.

You can install drywall after framing is complete and inspected, but several important steps should happen first. Ensure any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC rough-ins are completed and inspected before closing up walls. Installing insulation between studs is highly recommended for temperature control and moisture management. Drywall installation adds an average of $3 to $4 per linear foot to your project, with painting costing an additional $2 to $6 per square foot. Address any moisture concerns before enclosing walls to prevent future damage and mold issues.

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