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19 years experience as a level 3 joiner. .employed for 14 years.self employed 5 years.kitchens.internal works all types of joinery Windows doors floors external works fascia . fencing.painting.handyman etc . reliable honest and trustworthy family man
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Lee was brilliant from the very beginning. He contacted me for details of the job, ordered the door required, arrived as agreed and fitted the door quickly and professionally. The price was very competitive and as quoted. It was very refreshing to deal with such a pleasant person. He also advised me on work I am planning to do in the New Year. He will be my preferred person to do the work. Thank you Lee.
most types of joinery work undertaken , no job too small , over 30 years in the building trade
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Prompt, tidy and quick job done right first time. Cheers
As a highly skilled carpenter with over 20 years experience, i provide a full suite of expert woodworking and associated services- from installing your skirting boards to producing stunning, unique pieces of furniture. If you have been dreaming about some perfectly fitted, bespoke built-in bookcases that will never buckle under the weight of all your reading materials, or you need someone to instal your new kitchen, i provide a high quality, efficient service at a very affordable rate. In addiction to providing specialistcarpentry services, after two decades working on projects in the construction trade, i have the expertise and practical ability to take care of a wide range of more general improvements and repairs around your home. From picture hanging to bathroom remodeling or instaling your new home entertainment system, i can help you complete all the odd jobs on your to-do list. Whatever may be the requiment, i take real pride in my work and never consider a job to be finished until my customer is completely satisfied. Please get in touch to discuss your needs.
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Excellent workmanship, very quick. Would highly recommend to others.
here at Harrison joinery and property maintenance we have many years experience we provide and excellent service with the best quality of work at a great price
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Swift response and clear communication about costs and times. Mitch was professional and friendly and did a great job trimming off the bottom of 2 doors. He was clean and tidy too and took pride in his work. If you need something doing, ask Mitch. You won’t be disappointed.
V. I. Carpentry Services
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Was very flexible and came out did 1st class job
Doors,Wooden flooring,Laminate flooring,garden office,Decking,Stairs,wardrobes and much more.
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Fantastic service at an amazing price. Great quality workmanship
Professional trader 18 years experience carpentry & joinery-public liability 2 mil
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carried out repair works splicing to windows and doors on a property in preparation for painting works to be carried out. Was efficient and works completed on time.
CMS CARPENTRY is me, Chris Simpson. I am dedicated to providing the best service and to make my clients feel relaxed and comfortable while doing all work. I like to work tidily and get the job done right.
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Chris arrived on time, worked efficiently and tidily and the finished job was of a high standard exactly as I wanted. I would certainly employ him again.
Over 10 years experience in everything that means building constructions. Interior work(Tiling,Carpentery and Joinery,Plumbing,Fitting,Plastering,Painting,...).Exterior work(Drainage,Brick/Block paving,Stone/concrete paving,Pointing,..).
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Alex is a very conscientious and pleasant person. He wasted no time fitting doors to a high standard. He takes pride in his work and I would highly recommend him. His attention to detail on a relatively small job bodes well for any size job. He was punctual and left no mess. I would certainly go to Alex first if I have any future jobs . He fully deserved a 5 star rating.
Specialising in general building work Joinery
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Excellent
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Carpenters & Joiners - what you need to know
Well first off, you’re probably wondering what the difference is between a carpenter and a joiner. Traditionally, a carpenter works on site to install structural elements like doors and partition walls. A joiner, in general, is involved in non-structural elements, building the items that a carpenter then goes on to install.
What a carpenter or joiner can help with
- Building and installing structures that are made of wood or wood substitutes.
- For example – doors, door frames, decking, windows, floors, cabinets, staircases and partition walls.
- Repairing damaged furniture.
- Cutting and shaping timber for floorboards, skirting boards and window frames.
- Building temporary wooden supports to hold setting concrete in place – this is called shuttering.
This isn’t always strictly the case though, and some tradespeople specialise in certain areas, so when you post a job it’s good to be specific about the work you need done.
If it involves wood, you need a carpenter or joiner. It could be for decking in the garden, installing kitchen cabinets, having some custom shelves or cabinets made… there are lots of different things they can do.
Costs for common carpentry jobs
| Some typical jobs | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in shelves into alcove | £200 | £400 |
| Erect shelves onto wall brackets | £75 | £150 |
| Built-in cabinet in an alcove | £450 | £700 |
| Built-in wardrobe (2-door) | £400 | £800 |
| Fit curtain rail | £60 | £100 |
The qualifications your carpenter or joiner needs
There aren’t any required certificates or qualifications in order to do the work, but most good carpenters will have learnt through college courses and apprenticeships, combined with on-the-job training. If they’ve completed various college courses they might be happy to share those certificates or results, but really the best thing to do is ask about recent work and references. Of course you can also refer to their Rated People profile page to see all their recent reviews.
Planning permission for carpentry jobs
If you want decking in your garden, you don’t need permission as long as:
- The decking is no more than 30cm above the ground.
- Together with other extensions, outbuildings etc, the decking or platforms cover no more than 50% of the garden area.
Most carpentry jobs won’t need any permission, unless you’re in a listed building. This information was correct at the time it was published, but you can go to the Planning Portal to see the latest.
Insurance for carpentry work
There’s nothing specific to carpenters that you need to look out for. Public liability insurance is a common insurance for all tradespeople to have, along with accidental damage cover, in the rare cases when something might get damaged.
Questions you should ask a carpenter
- Do they have public liability insurance and what does this cover?
- How long have they been trading for?
- Can they show you examples of previous work?
- Do they employ or consult specialists?
- Will they be carrying out the work themselves? If not, what experience does the person have and are they covered by insurance?
- Will they give a guarantee/warranty for the work and how long does it last?
- Will they source all materials and equipment?
Carpentry ideas
Turn to carpenters to add stylish furniture to your interiors as well as custom storage solutions. If you’re not sure where the best storage spaces are in your house then check out this post to help you find the best spots. Last but not least here’s how to choose the right doors for your home , and the right decking for your garden.
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