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Finish Carpentry & Trim in Lafayette
Closet Shelf and Rod Installation, $245
See all 7 jobsLicensed finish carpentry & trim services for Lafayette and Boulder County. The details that define a space.
What Lafayette requires
Code reference: Exempt work (from building permit requirements, per the City’s website and 2023 Lafayette Colorado Building Code amendments to IRC Section R105.2 / equivalent) includes (non-exhaustive list relevant to remodels): §R105.2
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Attic Ladder Replacement
Remove existing attic ladder and install a new standard wood attic ladder (fits existing 22.5 x 54 in rough opening, ceilings 8-10 ft): shim, fasten per manufacturer spec, cut ladder legs to floor angle, and re-trim…
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Remove existing attic ladder and install a new standard wood attic ladder (fits existing 22.5 x 54 in rough opening, ceilings 8-10 ft): shim, fasten per manufacturer spec, cut ladder legs to floor angle, and re-trim opening. Standard ladder unit and trim included. Excludes enlarging or reframing the rough opening, aluminum/fire-rated upgrade units (price difference added), ceilings over 10 ft, and painting trim.
Closet Shelf and Rod Installation
Install one shelf-and-rod run on a closet wall up to 8 ft: cleats into studs, melamine or paint-grade shelf, metal rod with center support.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Install one shelf-and-rod run on a closet wall up to 8 ft: cleats into studs, melamine or paint-grade shelf, metal rod with center support. Standard material included. Excludes closet demo/haul-off of existing systems beyond one simple shelf/rod removal, custom closet systems, drywall repair, and painting.
Shiplap Accent Wall
Install primed MDF shiplap on one wall up to 12 ft wide x 9 ft tall (108 sq ft cap): locate studs, level first course, nail, trim outlets/switches with extension rings, fill nail holes, and caulk edges.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Install primed MDF shiplap on one wall up to 12 ft wide x 9 ft tall (108 sq ft cap): locate studs, level first course, nail, trim outlets/switches with extension rings, fill nail holes, and caulk edges. Material included. Single-day install. Excludes painting, walls over the size cap, electrical box relocation, TV mounting, and fireplace surrounds (heat-clearance rules — quoted separately).
Stair Handrail Replacement - Straight Run
Remove and replace one wall-mounted handrail on a straight stair run up to 16 lf: paint-grade rail, code-compliant returns at both ends, brackets lagged into studs/blocking at proper height.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Remove and replace one wall-mounted handrail on a straight stair run up to 16 lf: paint-grade rail, code-compliant returns at both ends, brackets lagged into studs/blocking at proper height. Rail and brackets included. Excludes staining/painting, guardrail/baluster systems (see baluster SKU), runs with turns or landings (quoted on site), and drywall repair at old bracket locations beyond filling.
Priced per item
Floating Shelf Installation (Per Shelf)
$85 each · $70 each for 5+ · $99 minimum visit
Install customer-supplied floating shelves up to 36 in wide: locate studs, mount hidden brackets level, and set shelves rated to manufacturer load.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Install customer-supplied floating shelves up to 36 in wide: locate studs, mount hidden brackets level, and set shelves rated to manufacturer load. Duration typical for 2-3 shelves; add ~40 min per additional shelf. Excludes shelf material, shelves over 36 in or over 40 lb rated load (heavy-anchor SKU or quote), tile/masonry walls (upcharge quoted on site), and styling/contents.
Stair Baluster Swap (Per Baluster)
$28 each · $22 each for 16+ · $99 minimum visit
Replace wood balusters with customer-supplied iron or wood balusters (existing rail and shoe stay in place): cut out old, drill/epoxy or shoe-set new, maintain code spacing under 4 in.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Replace wood balusters with customer-supplied iron or wood balusters (existing rail and shoe stay in place): cut out old, drill/epoxy or shoe-set new, maintain code spacing under 4 in. Base covers setup; per-baluster rate for each swapped. Duration typical for ~15 balusters; larger runs scale (~10 min/baluster). Excludes baluster material, newel post or rail replacement, refinishing, and structural rail repairs.
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Carpentry & Trim Service Visit
$99 visit fee — credited toward the work
Finish carpenter scopes baseboard, casing, crown, stair, shelving, or framing repairs and quotes on site.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Finish carpenter scopes baseboard, casing, crown, stair, shelving, or framing repairs and quotes on site. The $99 trip fee applies toward approved carpentry work.
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Local Service
Finish Carpentry & Trim Services in Lafayette, Colorado
Autotelic provides professional finish carpentry & trim services throughout Lafayette and the surrounding Boulder County area. Finish carpentry across the Denver metro — baseboard, crown molding, door casing, wainscoting, built-ins, and custom millwork with tight joints and clean lines. Whether you're in Lafayette (east Boulder County) or nearby communities, our team delivers quality workmanship backed by Colorado licensing and full insurance coverage.
The build sequence for a Finish Carpentry & Trim project
Every project starts with a feasibility study; this trade is priced from the same assemblies.
Permit Thresholds
Lafayette permit thresholds
- Code reference
- This follows the City’s adopted codes (primarily the 2021 International Residential Code with local amendments in the 2023 Lafayette Colorado Building Code, effective August 1, 2023).
- Code reference
- Exempt work (from building permit requirements, per the City’s website and 2023 Lafayette Colorado Building Code amendments to IRC Section R105.2 / equivalent) includes (non-exhaustive list relevant to remodels):§R105.2
- Code reference
- One-story detached accessory storage sheds under 120 sq ft.
- Code reference
- Retaining walls under 3 ft high (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall, unless supporting a surcharge).
- Code reference
- Sidewalks, driveways, and patios less than 30 inches above adjacent grade and not part of an accessible route.
- Code reference
- Window awnings projecting no more than 54 inches from a residence (no additional support required).
- Construction use tax
- Any person obtaining a building permit must pay a use tax deposit of 3.87% on 60% of the value of the permit (per Sec. 110-37 of the Municipal Code).§110-37
Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with **City of Lafayette, Colorado Building Division (part of the Planning & Building Department) issues residential building permits within city limits.
Energy Code
Lafayette energy code quick facts
- Code reference
- 2021 IECC (residential and commercial provisions) with local amendments, as adopted in the 2023 Lafayette, Colorado Building Code (effective August 1, 2023).
- Code reference
- This is confirmed on the City’s official Building Code & Design Information page and in the adopted code document (which includes Article 9 amendments to the 2021 IECC).
- Code reference
- The base prescriptive requirements follow the 2021 IECC (Climate Zone 5B for the Lafayette area).
- Code reference
- The City is in the process of considering 2024 I-Codes (including a Metro Cohort Model Code based on the 2024 IECC) but has not yet adopted them.
- Code reference
- Key prescriptive requirements relevant to remodels/additions (drawn from the 2021 IECC as adopted/amended locally; specific numeric values and sections are from the base 2021 IECC unless locally modified in Article 9 of the 2023 Lafayette code—local amendments focus more on electrification/solar
- Wall insulation (wood-frame above-grade)
- R-20 + R-5 ci or R-13 + R-10 ci (2021 IECC Table R402.1.2 / prescriptive path; applies to additions and alterations per R503).
- Ceiling/attic insulation
- R-49 (or higher per table footnotes; 2021 IECC Table R402.1.2; relevant for additions and certain alterations).
- Fenestration (windows/doors)
- Maximum U-factor typically 0.30 (or as specified in Table R402.1.2 for CZ 5; SHGC requirements also apply; relevant for replacement windows in remodels).
Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with **City of Lafayette, Colorado Building Division (part of the Planning & Building Department) issues residential building permits within city limits.
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What this covers
Interior trim, casing, base, and built-ins after drywall. Profiles match existing millwork when the brief says to blend.
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How the work is coordinated
Paint-grade vs stain-grade is decided before shop or field cuts. Denver-metro work is permitted locally. Colorado has no statewide general-contractor license. Cities and counties license general contractors. DORA licenses electrical and plumbing (and similar regulated trades), not general contractors. Autotelic is a municipally licensed Denver general contractor that coordinates licensed specialty trades. Denver building permits run through Community Planning and Development (CPD). Costs are project-specific; no dollar figures.
Installed cost
Doors & trim: typical 800 sq ft basement, installed
- Essential
- $4,500 – $5,500
- Premium
- $4,500 – $5,500
- Luxury
- $5,000 – $6,000
Prices as of September 2026 · Lafayette projects are priced on the same Denver-metro estimate.
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Common questions
How much does Attic Ladder Replacement cost in Lafayette?
$675.
How do I book?
Press Book next to the job, pick a date and a morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4) window, and pay in full. We confirm within 24 hours or refund you in full.
Who handles the finish carpentry & trim permits and licensing?
A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates licensed specialty trades. Colorado has no statewide general-contractor license; cities and counties license general contractors. DORA licenses electrical and plumbing, not general contractors.
What is typically in scope for finish carpentry & trim in Denver?
Interior trim, casing, base, and built-ins after drywall.
When do you need drawings or a permit?
Anything that changes structure, occupancy, or regulated electrical or plumbing usually needs a local permit. Denver building permits are reviewed by Community Planning and Development. Confirm the exact trigger with CPD for the address.
Service Area
Serving Lafayette and Boulder County
We serve Lafayette, CO and all surrounding Denver metro communities. Our team is based in Denver and operates throughout the Front Range, from Castle Rock to Longmont and everywhere in between. Contact us for a free estimate on your Lafayette project.
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DESIGN SERVICES
Discovery & Site Analysis
Needs + preference programming, site survey, as-built documentation, feasibility.
We walk, measure, and photograph your property — existing conditions, utilities, structure, and constraints. You get the as-built documentation and feasibility read that every later decision rests on.
Learn more →Concept Design & Space Planning
Schematic design, floor plan studies, layout options.
Your scope becomes schematic floor plans you can compare side by side — circulation, daylight, adjacencies, and what each option does to the budget. Layout decisions happen on paper, where changes are cheap.
Learn more →Architectural Design & 3D Renderings
Design development, materials + finishes, photorealistic visualization.
The chosen concept resolves into materials, finishes, fixtures, and lighting — with the automation layer drawn in. Photorealistic renderings let you walk the space and adjust before anything is priced.
Learn more →Construction Documents & Permitting
Full CD sets, structural + MEP engineering coordination, permit-ready drawings.
Approved designs become coordinated architectural, structural, and MEP sheets — the set your jurisdiction permits from and trades build from. We submit, track, and answer review comments.
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New Construction & Custom Homes
Ground-up homes and light commercial, dirt to keys.
Ground-up residential and light commercial builds — foundations through finishes, including modular and steel construction. One accountable builder from dirt to keys.
Learn more →Remodels & Additions
Kitchens, baths, basements, pop-tops, whole-home.
Kitchens, baths, basements, pop-tops, and whole-home renovations that respect the house you already have. We handle structure, permits, and the dust.
Learn more →Commercial Tenant Finish & Build-Outs
Shells to working spaces — retail, office, restaurant, school.
Raw shells become working spaces — showrooms, offices, restaurants, schools. Dealer-spec finishes, code compliance, and opening dates held.
Learn more →ADUs & Modular Construction
Backyard cottages, garage conversions, factory-built homes.
Backyard cottages, garage conversions, and factory-built homes — zoning, design, permits, and set. Denver’s ADU rules are a specialty, not a surprise.
Learn more →Outdoor Living & Patio Structures
Decks, pergolas, and dining patios built for Colorado weather.
Decks, pergolas, and dining patios engineered for Colorado sun, snow, and hail — structure, shade, and drainage done right the first time.
Learn more →TECHNOLOGY
Smart Home Automation
Lighting, shades, climate, audio, security — one interface.
Whole-home control of lighting, shades, climate, audio, and security from a single interface — Crestron, Lutron, Savant, and Control4 designed in, not bolted on.
Learn more →A/V Systems
Theaters, distributed audio, video walls, commercial sound.
Theaters, distributed audio, video walls, and commercial sound — designed, installed, and tuned by the same team for over 20 years.
Learn more →Control Systems
Custom programming — scenes and schedules that fit the space.
Every subsystem brought into one elegant interface — custom programming for homes and venues, with scenes and schedules that match how the space is actually used.
Learn more →Networking & Edge Compute
Enterprise Wi-Fi, structured cabling, racks, on-prem compute.
Enterprise-grade Wi-Fi, structured cabling, racks, and on-premise compute — the backbone that makes everything else reliable, including our own Barbot platform.
Learn more →Solar & Energy Storage
Solar arrays, Tesla Powerwall, EV charging — certified install.
Solar arrays, Tesla Powerwall, and EV charging designed and installed by a Tesla Energy Certified team — roof, electrical, and app in one scope.
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