Top-rated carpentry framing installers.

Get matched with top carpentry framing installers in Norfolk, VA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Top-Rated Carpentry framing installers in Norfolk - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Commonwealth Carpentry LLC
Commonwealth Carpentry LLC
5.0(
9
)
Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommend Commonwealth Carpentry. Every project has had a fair price, and easy to understand timeline for the work. We will be using Commonwealth Carpentry for some additional projects in the coming months!"
5472
Kitchen renovation
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+7

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
General Home Improvements
4.8(
106
)
Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We live in windsor woods during a 2016 flood of the area. Eighteen inches of dark water entered our home at a alarming rate. Everything two feet an below had to go. We were overwhelmed an tired. Jim arrived like a breath of fresh air. He truly wanted our home to look good an saved us money every chance he had. He always arrived on time an called to reassure us at our most insecure times. He took time to teach me how to paint, bringing me supplies to make my jobs easier an professional as well. He works very steady is tidy an completes the job. My kitchen cabinets are on order an he is installing them as well. I would recommend him to my children an every one else. He has a sense of humor an likes dogs a real plus in my book. I say do it right the first time an save money an so does Jim."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Belletto Construction Inc
Belletto Construction Inc
4.2(
211
)
Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They picked up the tile from Home Depot for me - that right there was worth the full price paid. They were very patient with me on the placement of the tile - it is 6 in x 24 and the bathroom has a small hallway and then angles into the master bathroom - Clarence, the guy doing the work, has an eye for how the tile should go. I suggested it go one direction and he patiently showed me that way and his suggested way. He was right, the way he suggested looked really nice. He was conscientious of my time frame, was very professional, and did an excellent job."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+108

Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for Ripwood Customs LLC
Ripwood Customs LLC
5.0(
14
)
Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Contractor was very professional and provided expert advice, recommendations, and options. Work was considered top-notch and diligently cleaned up the site at the end of each day."
Deck Resurfacing and Screeneze resceen
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project

+224

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for S S Painting L.L.C.
S S Painting L.L.C.
4.5(
91
)
Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He showed up right on schedule. Waisted no time starting the job. Made sure to protect the floor inside if the house. Very professional and made sure to ask my opinion during the process. He suggested the best quality paint and he picked up the paint for me. Will definitely use him for future projects.
"
Red wall
Red Wall
Red Wall Gone
Removal Process
Finished

+30

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Always Painting By Tommy
Always Painting By Tommy
4.8(
26
)
Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"I initially contacted Tommy through the Angie's List website, and he called me promptly to set up an appointment to visit my home and review the work I wanted done. He then followed up with an email giving me a quote for the work. Since I felt the quoted price was reasonable and he had such good reviews, we scheduled the work for the next week. I became ill later that week, and Tommy worked with me to reschedule. On the first work day, Tommy and his assistant, Lou, arrived as scheduled at 9:00 a.m. and immediately began covering furniture with clean plastic, tenting kitchen cabinets, covering floors with drop cloths, and taping woodwork. Smaller items, such as dining room chairs, were even moved into the garage. Although I offered them lunch, both said that they preferred to work straight through the day. Since I still was not feeling well, I ended up going into a bedroom to lie down and ended up falling asleep. When I awoke at 5:30, they had left, but not before removing all plastic and drop cloths, replacing the furniture, and sweeping the floor. The second day went much as the first, except that I changed my mind about the color for one of the rooms, and Tommy made a special trip to the paint store to get the new paint. The bedroom, bathroom, and den were completed that day, the plaster in the garage was repaired, and Tommy installed the under-cabinet lighting (not normally one of their services but done as a special favor since I had no one else to do it). My house was left in perfect order when they finished, and they even borrowed my vacuum to make sure that the floors were left clean. I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience with Always Painting by Tommy. Not only is the quality of their work outstanding, but I felt that their prices were fair. They were prompt and reliable and provided good follow through when minor issues arose. Both Tommy and Lou are gentlemen who conduct themselves professionally, take obvious pride in their work, and go out of their way to try to please the customer. I have already had them back for another smaller painting job and would not hesitate to recommend them to others who might need their services. In fact, a family member who is renovating a house will be calling them for a quotation when they are ready to paint this spring.
"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Recommended by95%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 85
FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in Norfolk, VA

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.

The Norfolk, VA homeowners’ guide to carpentry framing installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.