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The Carpentry Works LLC

General Remodeling, Insulation, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,

About us

We are a full service building, remodeling and insulation company servicing the Duluth and surrounding are since 1980. We have positive attitude people striving on close detail to get your job done right first the best way possible. In 1990 we started focusing on insulating and air seal home new and old. We use Dense Pack cellulose, close cell spray foam, and other methods we have perfected and know work. By repairing others work, we have perfected methods for installation we know that work best. By doing it right the first time your project will last longer and have durability. We communicate with you to focus on the way you want to get the job done right, we clean every day and dump and haul away all our debris. Yes we take away out trash!

Business highlights

44 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

remodeling – carpentry,Windows & Doors,Padio doors, kitchens & bathroom,Insulation, air sealing, Infrared&blower door testing, building, garages, additions, sunrooms, deck, roofs, flooring, hardwood, tile, plaster repair, foundation insulation, Diagnosing problems.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

2%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.725 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
68%
4
16%
3
0%
2
4%
1
12%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.4
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 25 reviews

Todd A.
03/2017
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Great job. Quick response. Cleaned up nicely.
Description of Work: Spray foam insulation and blown cellulose.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Patrick S.
12/2016
5.0
insulation, remodeling
  + 0 more
see above comment
Description of Work: Insulated new construction and was very satisfied with the work done and the help received from the crew on the scene. He is a busy contractor and I had to wait for his schedule to open up which was frustrating , but in the end I was very satisfied with the work and would hire this company again in a heartbeat!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

LAURA A.
11/2016
1.0
remodeling, woodworking
  + 0 more
After leaving multiple voice mail over couple weeks never got a call back
Description of Work: Wanted to get bathroom vanity

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


John R.
07/2016
1.0
remodeling, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 1 more
I called for a bid and the owner was very rude. He didn't even ask about the work, just asked me where we were located. When I said the west side, he said they don't work over here and hung up. I would never recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: Window repair/installation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$500

Gary B.
05/2016
4.0
decks, drywall, remodeling, roofing, replacement windows, home builders, woodworking, home remodeling
  + 6 more
unknown
Description of Work: Insulation install; re-built the attic floor-nice work; made a good insulated door in attic. The insulation work/install under the log room building was not adequate as it is still drafty, cold. One employee had cognitive issues and in kindness tried to let him work, but there were a couple issues. Owner is very cooperative & works hard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

John K.
03/2016
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Fast, high quality professional work. You have to wait in line, but it's worth the wait.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Toni G.
09/2015
1.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Provider did not even return my phone call.
Description of Work: Provider did not even return my phone call.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Kathleen B.
08/2015
5.0
insulation, roofing, garage builders, woodworking, energy audit
  + 3 more
We've worked with this company in the past and really appreciated the quality of work . They are not the cheapest contractor out there, but you can rely on them. Dave is very good at returning calls and communicating with his customers. His crews are smart, friendly and competent... I was told they would arrive on a certain day and they did, completing the job efficiently and cleaning up after themselves. Great company
Description of Work: Carpentry works insulated a new apartment. I was trying to determine what type of insulation would work best for energy efficiency as on a hot roof(flat,no ventilation between insulation and roof boards) as well as sound proofing between apartments

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Jill H.
01/2015
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
It took longer than I thought, but there was more to it that I thought also. They did a great job, and were here everyday/all day once they started. They finished in just over a week and they knew what they were doing, doing it well.
Description of Work: insulated new construction home to triple e ratings.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000

Wes H.
11/2014
4.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
See and quot;What did the provider doand quot; above.
Description of Work: Contacted provider, Dave Joyce, by phone. I explained the construction project I wanted done. He said he would charge $150.00 to come out (aprox 30 mi o/w) and evaluate/estimate my project but would deduct this fee if I hired him. He sounded nice and professional but I was not willing to pay the fee. 3 other contracters I had spoken with were offering free estimates. i did not hire this provider.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0


Alan H.
11/2014
5.0
remodeling, decks, drywall, replacement windows
  + 2 more
It was done quickly and professionally.
Description of Work: Repaired water-damaged portion of porch wall and installed3 storm windows.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

Linda H.
08/2014
2.0
flooring contractor, remodeling
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: We asked them for an estimate. The rep. said that he needed to send over his excavator to see what space we had to work in. No one showed up and we received no follow-up call from the rep.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Jim L.
08/2014
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
It went very well. We are very pleased. They responded very well and gave us a safe bid. They came in and did the work quickly and were very good to deal with.
Description of Work: They put in new appliances and did some cabinet work for us in our kitchen.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Mary D.
04/2014
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
He found a problem with the way my bathroom vent was installed, and he solved that problem before continuing - very much appreciated! The job was done on time, on budget, and professionally handled. It was a mess afterwards, but that is the way it goes with dense-packed insulation. And there were a few nicks on the new sheetrocked walls because of the equipment, but again, not sure that can be avoided. I would hire him again, without reservation.
Description of Work: He cleaned out my old attic insulation, then pumped dense-packed insulation in the attic.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

John K.
04/2014
5.0
insulation, home builders
  + 0 more
They did an excellent job. Dave was excellent about explaining what would be the best thing to do for my insulation, which I knew already from extensive research, but I was checking to make sure he knew what to do. He was excellent about explaining his estimate. They were arrived in a timely manner after I hired them, and completed on time. The workers were profession, completed the job to spec, and cleaned up after themselves. I had Dave give me estimates for a couple other jobs, but the prices were higher than competitors.
Description of Work: Carpentry Works sprayed some insulation in my basement. They put spray foam on the inside of the wall, and a couple inches of cellulose.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Gary T.
02/2014
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Very professional. Once work started (had to wait awhile) it proceeded daily until finished. Changes in work order were easy to make. Workers were hardworking, easy to work with. Cleaned area completely after project. Hardest part was setting a work start date. I would definitely hire again.
Description of Work: extended a room out onto an exterior porch. took out exterior wall and extended hardwood floor, walls, heat and electric. Insulated area.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000

Alan H.
10/2013
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
It went well. Masked windows and doors carefully. Filled stud cavities as full as possible. Removed protruding excess foam.
Description of Work: insulated exterior walls with spray foam

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Leslie B.
08/2013
4.0
garage builders, remodeling
  + 0 more
It took them quite a while to get here but when they did do the job, it was adequately done. Once they started the job got done quickly. We paid them in November and they didn't come till March. There was a little bit of understanding that they might get to the job a little bit late.
Description of Work: The Carpentry Works put up some walls in my garage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Terry J.
06/2013
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
They guy that came out is very good to work with. He does professional work and easy to talk to and communicate with. He's flexible. He has a couple of ideas and he try to explain why this other way would work better and why. So, it wasn't like he wouldn't work with your ideas but he would give you more input on those to make different conclusion or add to your idea.
Description of Work: I contacted The Carpentry Works to estimate costs for some remodeling work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Marguerite P.
04/2013
5.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
Lets just say if you know Murphy's Law you know how this project went, but Dave Joyce and is crew stuck with it and completed it with smiles on their face and left us with smiles. We are looking forward to doing more windows and sliding doors, along with a new deck with Dave and his crew this coming year.
Description of Work: Replaced 9 windows and three sliding glass door (two with transoms attached) .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Maria or Dan V.
02/2013
4.0
roofing, replacement windows, siding, decks
  + 2 more
We had built a small house and he put this on without realizing that one side of our house was a little longer than the other and so, he came straight off of it. Therefore, it made the peak of our roof a little croaked from what the regular house roof was. When I tried to say something, he'd say professionals have to deal with the problems you make. We did have a little bit of problem with the estimate he gave us. We thought that it included more than what he ended up saying he did, so there was a little confusion and I ended up putting a stop payment on his check until we got it taken care of. However, they are a pretty good company and do good work. He is a pretty good guy has been in for quite a while now. We just ran into some problems because of not understanding the estimate he had.
Description of Work: I have used The Carpentry Works LLC. He put on a covered porch for us. He also did siding and windows for us.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$10,000

LAWRENCE R.
01/2013
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Right from the beginning, David Joice and his crew did an excellent job on all tasks. They were professional, efficient, experienced, and very easy to work with. They started and finished right on schedule. David pointed out several special situations and proposed good solutions, for example insulating the location for a shower enclosure on an exterior wall. He also coordinated well with the drywall contractor so that attic insulation was done at the right point in the drywall process. David also helped with some small-scale carpentry work on very short notice. I would not hesitate to call David Joice for any construction task.
Description of Work: - seal/foam bypasses, windows, doors - install energy block electrical box surrounds - install truss chutes, house and garage - install blown cellulose insulation on all exterior walls - install 6 mill poly vapor barrier - blow cellulose insulation in house and garage attics - clean entire site

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Sue B.
12/2012
5.0
woodworking, drywall, insulation, remodeling, home remodeling, siding, contractors, decks, flooring contractor, roofing, replacement windows
  + 9 more
They are professionals, friendly and courteous. They ask you questions and listen to your requests. They ask you if you have any questions or concerns throughout the project. They clean up after themselves at the end of each work day. They suggest ideas that only comes with years of experience. I liked the work so much that I now consider them my and quot;handy manand quot; for all projects needing professional help.
Description of Work: I have hired The Carpentry Works, LLC on several projects including siding, new windows. I hired them a couple years later to remodel my expansion attic. I hired them last year to replace my cedar deck with a composite deck. They also remodeled my kitchen.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000

Ellie D.
11/2012
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
Very pleased with the entire project. Coordinated the procurement of Azek from one local company and railing from an on-line company. Nice attention to detail. All debris was cleaned up well.
Description of Work: Tore off old wood deck and replaced with Azek. Installed aluminum railings, some with glass panels. Caulked around perimeter.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Sue B.
11/2011
5.0
insulation, home remodeling, remodeling, home builders, contractors, woodworking, decks, drywall, siding
  + 7 more
I used another business for my landscaping and driveway and I would never recommend that business to anyone asking me. I would, however, tell everyone that they should contact David Joice at The Carpentry Works for their remodeling, insulating and building needs. You won't find a more knowledgeable contractor.
Description of Work: I have used The Carpentry Works LLC for several projects. I was given their name from a trusted friend. I first used them for the installation of siding, windows and a new roof. Dave Joice and his crew are such professionals that they were concerned if I had any questions or concerns along the way. They cleaned up the area at the end of each day and kept me informed throughout the process. I loved the outcome. I was so pleased with their work and professionalism that I have hired them for two other major projects. They did the total remodel of my kitchen three years ago and this year they gutted and remodeled my expansion bungalow. It was an unused, non-insulated space. Too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. I now have unbelievable storage areas, a guest bedroom, a half bath and a library area. They took my ideas and made them turn out better than I could have every imagined. I love having company over to stay in my guest room. Dave also designed my deck to replace the rotting cedar and replace it with composite material. Because I live on a very busy street, privacy was important to me. Using the composite material Dave was able to maintain privacy as well as give me the nicest looking deck in the neighborhood !!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000

    Contact information

    1330 Missouri Ave, Duluth, MN 55811

    www.thecarpentryworks.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    Yes
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

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    *Contact business to see additional licenses.


    Service Categories

    General Remodeling,
    Insulation,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Windows,
    Decks and Porches,
    Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
    Roofing,
    Drywall,
    Homebuilders,
    Siding,
    Garage and Shed Building,
    Flooring Sales and Installation

    FAQ

    The Carpentry Works LLC is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Saturday: Closed

    The Carpentry Works LLC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    No, The Carpentry Works LLC does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, The Carpentry Works LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, The Carpentry Works LLC does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, The Carpentry Works LLC offers emergency services.
    Yes, The Carpentry Works LLC offers warranties.
    The Carpentry Works LLC offers the following services: remodeling – carpentry,Windows & Doors,Padio doors, kitchens & bathroom,Insulation, air sealing, Infrared&blower door testing, building, garages, additions, sunrooms, deck, roofs, flooring, hardwood, tile, plaster repair, foundation insulation, Diagnosing problems.

    Contact information

    1330 Missouri Ave, Duluth, MN 55811

    www.thecarpentryworks.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed