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Based in Chicago, Chicago Carpentry covers Lake Forest (IL) and surrounding communities. Our crew brings the right equipment for every job, from tight residential yards to large properties, and we always include travel to Lake Forest (IL) in your estimate. Lake Forest's grand established estates pair premium finish carpentry with custom millwork.

Our services in Lake Forest (IL)

Why choose Chicago Carpentry in Lake Forest (IL)?

Chicago Carpentry is a fully insured carpentry company serving in Chicago for 10 years. In Lake Forest (IL) as throughout our area, we adapt our methods to local building stock, framing conditions, and site access. Our crews are available Mon-Sun 7am-7pm.

Free estimate for Lake Forest (IL)

We offer a free, no-obligation estimate within 24h for any job in Lake Forest (IL) (60045). No travel charge, no surprises: the price we quote is the price you pay. Call us or fill out the form below to schedule your service.

Do you offer services in Lake Forest (IL)?
Yes, we serve Lake Forest (IL) (60045) regularly for wood rot & dry rot repair, termite damage repair, floor joist & subfloor repair. Free estimate within 24h. Call (312) 685-4329.
How quickly can you respond in Lake Forest (IL)?
Within 24 to 48 hours for urgent jobs in Lake Forest (IL). For scheduled work, we book around your availability, available Mon-Sun 7am-7pm.
Is travel to Lake Forest (IL) included in the estimate?
Yes, travel to Lake Forest (IL) is always included in our estimates. No hidden fees.

Nearby service areas

📍 Chicago 60623📍 Evanston 60201📍 Oak Park 60301📍 Naperville 60540
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Trusted professionals since 2016

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Continuous training, professional equipment, meticulous and code-compliant work

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Full coverage on all our job sites, no exceptions

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Available Mon-Sun 7am-7pm

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Our services

Our Carpentry Services in Chicago

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Wood Rot & Dry Rot Repair

We cut back to sound wood, find the water that caused it, and rebuild to last.

Included in your service

  • Probing to map how far the decay actually runs
  • Decayed framing, siding and trim cut out, not filled over
  • Rebuilt in redwood, Douglas fir or primed rot-resistant stock
  • The moisture source traced and closed, or the rot returns
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Termite Damage Repair

The exterminator handles the insects. We rebuild the wood they left behind.

Included in your service

  • We work from your pest inspection report, section by section
  • Eaten studs, sill plates, rim joists and subfloor replaced
  • Structural integrity restored before finishes go back on
  • No treatment, no fumigation: pest control is a separate trade
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Floor Joist & Subfloor Repair

Soft, bouncy or sloping floors almost always start under the finish surface.

Included in your service

  • Joists, subfloor and bearing points inspected from below
  • Sistering where a joist is sound enough to keep
  • Full joist or subfloor replacement where it is not
  • Straight answer on what is old settling and what is real damage
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Beam Replacement & Load-Bearing Wall Removal

Real structural carpentry: engineered beams, headers, and openings done to spec.

Included in your service

  • Temporary shoring set before anything load-bearing comes out
  • Engineered beams and headers installed to the drawings
  • We say plainly when your job needs a structural engineer first
  • Built to the permit set, ready for city inspection
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Framing & Structural Carpentry

Straight, plumb and square: the bones every finish detail depends on.

Included in your service

  • New interior walls, openings, garage and basement build-outs
  • Stud framing, headers and blocking sized for the span
  • Fire and water damaged framing cut back and rebuilt
  • Laid out so drywall, trim and cabinets land where they should
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Finish & Trim Carpentry

Tight miters, scribed fits, consistent reveals. This is where a carpenter shows.

Included in your service

  • Casing, paneling and wainscoting fitted to the room as built
  • Scribing to walls that are neither flat nor plumb
  • Coped joints on inside corners instead of caulked gaps
  • Profiles matched to existing Victorian and Edwardian millwork
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Crown Molding & Baseboard Installation

Crown, base and casing cut for the ceiling you actually have, not a perfect one.

Included in your service

  • Coped inside corners, mitered and glued outside corners
  • Baseboard, chair rail and window trim run to a clean line
  • Period profiles matched or kept crisp and modern, your call
  • Filled, sanded and caulked ready for paint
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Custom Built-Ins & Shelving

Built for the alcove you have: bay windows, sloped ceilings, awkward corners.

Included in your service

  • Bookshelves, window seats, media walls and Murphy beds
  • Designed around compact floor plans, not around stock sizes
  • Scribed and shimmed so nothing reads as an add-on
  • Face frames, doors and drawers aligned before we leave
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Interior Door Installation & Repair

Doors that stick or swing open on their own are usually the frame, not the door.

Included in your service

  • Jamb, hinges and reveal checked before anything is replaced
  • Doors hung, planed and adjusted to a settled opening
  • Damaged jambs and door frames repaired rather than swapped
  • Pocket and barn door hardware installed and tuned
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Exterior & Entry Door Installation

Entry, back and French doors set weather-tight against fog and wind-driven rain.

Included in your service

  • Opening flashed and sill pan set before the unit goes in
  • Rotted frames and thresholds repaired or fully replaced
  • Shimmed plumb so the door seals along its whole edge
  • Weatherstripping, hardware and strike plates fitted properly
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Cabinet & Vanity Installation

Level cabinets in a house where almost nothing is level. That is the whole job.

Included in your service

  • Floors and walls checked and a true level line struck first
  • Boxes shimmed, scribed to out-of-square walls and fastened
  • Kitchen, bath vanity and laundry storage set as one run
  • Doors, drawers and hardware aligned and adjusted at the end
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Stair & Railing Repair

Squeaky treads and loose banisters, repaired without rebuilding the whole stair.

Included in your service

  • Stringers, treads and risers checked for wear and movement
  • Loose newel posts and balusters re-anchored, not just glued
  • Period railings restored where the original stock is sound
  • Handrails and attic ladders installed to code height and grip
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Deck & Porch Repair

Repair first. We only recommend replacing when the framing no longer justifies it.

Included in your service

  • Boards, posts, stairs and framing probed for hidden decay
  • Rotted members replaced, sound structure kept and reused
  • Ledger connection and flashing checked where the deck meets the house
  • An honest repair-versus-replace number before work starts
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Fascia, Soffit & Exterior Trim Repair

Soft fascia and peeling paint at the roofline are the first sign of rot moving in.

Included in your service

  • Fascia, soffit and exterior trim replaced back to sound wood
  • Primed rot-resistant material on all six faces before install
  • Gaps closed so moisture and pests stop getting into the roofline
  • Ready for paint, with the water path corrected first
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Verified client reviews

14+ Verified Client Reviews in Chicago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9/5 · 14 verified Google reviews

Scott H.
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Scott H.
Evanston

“We needed new kitchen cabinets and a countertop installed, and Chicago Carpentry knocked it out of the park. The crew showed up on time, worked efficiently, and had everything finished in just two days. My kitchen looks completely transformed, they even made sure all the doors lined up perfectly.”

Cabinet & Vanity Installation
Emily C.
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Emily C.
Oak Park

“Had them build custom shelving around our fireplace in the living room, and I'm honestly blown away. The craftsmanship is incredible, everything is level, the stain matches perfectly, and it looks like it was always meant to be there. Worth every penny.”

Custom Built-Ins & Shelving
James P.
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James P.
Naperville

“Our back deck was rotting pretty bad and unsafe. Chicago Carpentry came out, assessed the damage, and replaced the damaged boards and support structure. Now it's solid again and we can actually use it without worrying. Great work.”

Deck & Porch Repair
Karen T.
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Karen T.
Chicago

“Replaced our front entry door and the whole entryway trim. The new door looks sharp against our brick, and they sealed everything up tight so no drafts. The installation was clean and they cleaned up all the debris same day.”

Exterior & Entry Door Installation
Sarah W.
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Sarah W.
Schaumburg

“Had them install crown molding throughout our condo and new baseboards in the bedrooms. The attention to detail is what really got me, every corner is crisp, the finish is flawless, and it completely elevated the look of the space.”

Crown Molding & Baseboard Installation
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Chris A.
Berwyn

“Our main staircase was creaking and the railings were loose, a safety issue with kids in the house. They reinforced the whole structure, tightened everything, and even refinished the handrail. Stairs are quiet now and feel solid. Really relieved.”

Stair & Railing Repair
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Tom D.
Cicero

“Installed three new interior doors in our basement apartment and repaired an old one that was sticking. Everything opens and closes smoothly now, and the trim work is clean. They were in and out in one afternoon.”

Interior Door Installation & Repair
Jennifer M.
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Jennifer M.
Skokie

“The fascia and soffit on the front of our house were damaged and pulling away. Chicago Carpentry replaced it all with new material that matches the house perfectly. The crew was professional, the cleanup was thorough, and it looks brand new.”

Fascia, Soffit & Exterior Trim Repair
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