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Carpentry — Minneapolis

The backbone of most home projects — done precisely, so everything else lines up.

What carpentry means to us

Carpentry is precision work. A wall that's plumb and straight means electrical outlets land right, drywall seams are clean, and everything downstream goes faster. We rough frame walls and with trim finishes in mind and prep everything to "paint ready".

Types of carpentry work we do

Framing

Wall framing, partition walls, non-bearing and load-bearing with engineering. We set studs, headers, backing, and blocking. Everything is plumb, square, and code-compliant.

Doors & Windows

Door installation and replacement (interior and exterior), window rough openings, frame adjustments. Hinges and hardware.

Blocking & Backing

Structural blocking for grab bars, TV mounts, shelving, handrail support. Cut, sized, and to code.

Stairs

Stair repair (treads, risers, stringers), new stairwell opening, handrail blocking. Code-compliant, structurally sound.

Structural Carpentry

Beam installation, posts, footings, load-bearing work. Always with engineering drawings in hand, built to spec, documented and inspected.

When carpentry is the whole project

Door installation, closet framing, stair repair, blocking work — these are usually 1–2 day projects. Single trade, defined scope, we come in, do it right, and leave. See 1–2 day projects →

When carpentry is part of something bigger

Bathroom rough-in, basement finish, kitchen reconfig — carpentry is the backbone, but MEP, drywall, and other trades are involved. These are 2–5 or 5–15 day projects. See 2–5 day projects → or 5–15 day projects →

What's included: We can bring your project to primed, paint-ready drywall. We don't do paint, stain, or apply finish coatings. Most clients find their painter directly; we're happy to point you to good ones.

Client Reviews

Not a new face in the metro.

★★★★★

"The crew was great — communicated well, very accommodating, got our project done in a single day. The results look great and they explained their process and answered every question I had along the way."

N. COLE  ·  Google Review
★★★★★

"They did a fantastic job. Communication was excellent from bidding to completion. The folks on site were professional, hard working, and had great attitudes. Picked up after themselves and worked efficiently around other trades. Highly recommended!"

C. TARARA  ·  Google Review
★★★★★

"The estimating process was quick, clear communication on the plan and options, and very reasonable for the work performed. The crew performing the work was fantastic and friendly. All paperwork submitted to the city — everything handled start to finish."

S. GREENLEAF  ·  Google Review

Where We Work

Minneapolis & Twin Cities Metro

We're local. We know the city requirements, the good suppliers, and the trades worth trusting.

Get In Touch

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Or call/text us directly: (612) 462-3360  ·  david.l@smalltimeGC.com

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