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Looking to tackle some carpentry projects? Whether it’s custom loft cabinets or fixing that creaky staircase, finding the right carpentry or joinery service can make all the difference. This page has everything you’ll need to know about finding and hiring local carpenters & joiners. Learn about this trade and how they can help you around the home.
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What a carpenter or joiner can help with
A good rule of thumb is: if it involves wood, it’ll probably need a carpenter or joiner. Whether you’re looking to install new wooden tiling or want bespoke kitchen fittings like custom cabinets, a carpenter can help with a large range of jobs. These include:
- Building and installing structures that are made of wood or wood substitutes such as doors, door frames, decking, windows, wooden flooring, 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 (shuttering)
Carpenters are particularly handy if you’re trying to add space-saving storage solutions to your home, such as in a loft with low ceilings or in a small bathroom.
Not all carpenters and joiners are specialised in all these skills, so make sure you add plenty of details about your project when you post a job to find the right tradesperson.
Factors to consider when hiring a carpenter
Avoid unnecessary stress and expensive repairs down the line by hiring a skilled carpentry service to help you with your next home improvement. Look out for carpenters that:
- Are an experienced company with a strong history of successful projects
- Have all the necessary licenses and insurance needed to protect you and their workers
- Have a good range of positive reviews from previous customers vouching for their reliability
- Are offering the carpentry or joinery service you need, and are available to carry out the work in the timeframe you need it to be completed by
- Are quoting a price and payment option that you are happy with, having compared the quote with other local carpentry companies
A local carpenter or joiner is more likely to respond as they’ll be right around the corner and ready to help.
Post a job today to find a skilled carpenter or joiner in your area.
How much does it cost to hire a carpenter?
How much your carpentry or joinery project will cost you depends on a range of factors, including the scope of the job and where you live in the UK.
Typical carpentry rates range from between £25 and £65 per hour, or between £150 and £450 a day.
As well as this, costs for other common carpentry jobs include:
- Between £30 and £60 an hour to repair cabinets
- Between £900 and £2,000 to build a fitted wardrobe
- Between £100 and £200 to hang a new door (labour cost only)
If you’re looking to get a wooden fence or garden security fencing, speak to a fencing specialist.
For a more accurate, free quote for your project and location, speak to a skilled carpenter or joiner in your local area today.
Planning permission for carpentry jobs
Most woodwork projects don’t require planning permission. However, there are some exceptions, such as:
- Building a wooden shed or outbuilding that is over 2.5 metres high or more than a single storey
- Installing wooden decking that is more than 30cm above the ground
- Carpentry jobs carried out in a listed building or period property
For more information on whether or not your carpentry project will require planning permission, consult the Planning Portal website and our planning permission guide.
What qualifications does a carpenter need?
Carpentry and joinery work don’t require specific certificates or qualifications in the UK, though your carpenter may have completed a woodwork apprenticeship or course to learn the trade.
The best thing to do is ask about recent work and references. This will give you peace of mind that your carpenter or joiner has had plenty of happy customers and will get the job done properly. When you’re finding a carpenter through Rated People, head over to their profile to check out the pictures on their work gallery and their ratings and reviews.
Questions to ask a carpenter
Here are some questions to ask before you hire a carpenter or joiner to help you refurbish and renovate your home:
Are you licensed and insured?
Make sure to ask your carpenter what insurance they have before you hire them. While it’s not a requirement, it’s a good idea for your carpenter to have valid public liability insurance. This protects both you and your carpenter in case anything goes wrong during the job.
How many years of experience do you have?
Knowing how many years of experience your carpenter has will allow you to pick a carpenter who you are confident has sufficient expertise to carry out a high quality job. When you’re finding a roofer through Rated People, head over to their profile to check out the pictures on their work gallery and their ratings and reviews.
How much will the job cost?
Asking how much the job will cost will help you budget for your project and will ensure price transparency before you hire. How much you’ll end up spending depends on the scope of your project, and where you live in the UK, so make sure you add plenty of details when you post a job.
How long will the job take?
Knowing what your project’s estimated timeline is will help you set realistic expectations about how long your roof renovation will take to complete.
Other carpenter FAQs
Do I need planning permission for carpentry work?
Most woodwork projects don’t require planning permission unless you are building a shed over 2.5 metres high, installing decking more than 30cm off the ground, or working on a listed property. For specific regulations, check our planning guide or the Planning Portal website.
What qualifications should a UK carpenter have?
Carpentry doesn't require mandatory legal certifications in the UK, but many professionals complete formal woodwork apprenticeships or college courses. The best way to verify their skill level is to check their past references, project galleries, and customer reviews on their Rated People profile.
What should I ask a carpenter before hiring them?
Always ask if they carry public liability insurance, how many years of experience they have, and for a clear breakdown of the project's total cost. You should also request an estimated timeline so you can manage expectations on how long the woodwork will take to complete.
We strive for jobs to be right first time, dealing with everything from leaks, faulty toilets to dripping taps and complete bathrooms and walk in showers. The complete plumbing solution all under one roof. With years of experience there is not a lot we haven't seen or overcome, so you can be reassured that you’re in safe hands. We provide a 24 hour call out service, meaning that we are flexible to support you, day and night with NO CALL OUT CHARGE and prices that can't be beaten. We charge an hourly rate so that you the customer know exactly where you stand and know what you paying for before we walk through door.
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My name is Lee, I have been in the building trade for over 15 years. Working with my family. Have many years of experience ranging from small and not so small private jobs to larger scales jobs (schools colleges etc) crb checked and insured. Can provide customer references if requested.
i originally got lee in to do some plastering on a renovation i was doing. he done a fantastic job. since then he has done a wet room and two bathrooms to a very high spec. i have also asked him to render the outside of the house which he is now in the process of doing. I am very sure i will use him again in the future. Top man and very approachable
George Pavelk
Carpenter / Joiner
Ive worked in the construction industry for over 25 years, 15 years as a shopfitter, working on all the major high street outlets ie Debenhams, Argos, boots, top shop, burtons.Nike superstores. I offer a variety of trades and top quality workmanship in painting & decorating. Solid wood flooring and laminate flooring. Some Joinery work. We also give a price reduction of upto 10%for customers who are in their retirement. Please check my photo gallery for workmanship.
Brian and his son Patrick did an excellent job redecorating our house. The standard of work was very professional throughout, with great attention to preparation and finish. They kept exactly to the agreed timeline, worked efficiently, and were reliable and easy to communicate with. They also cleaned up properly at the end of each day, which we really appreciated. We’re very pleased with the result and would happily recommend Brian and Patrick to others.
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Honest, reliable and personable. Really happy with the work Dan and his team did for me. I would recommend this company
We’re a specialist company offering homeowners replacement guarantees, repairs to maximise performance, increased security, quality in upgraded locking mechanisms and fixtures, and ultimately financial protection for their largest asset – their home. We have serviced, repaired and reissued guarantees for thousands of UPVC products throughout the country and saved domestic homeowners thousands of pounds by not having to replace their products. As reputable, qualified and experienced professionals, all jobs are completed accurately and to the highest industry standards.
M S Interiors
Carpenter / Joiner
Hi , I'm Mark, from MS Interiors. I've been working in the building industry for over 35 years! On leaving school ,I went into a bricklaying apprenticeship, but after three English winter's I decided to find a trade indoors so I got a job on the council, working for Woolwich, Bexley, and then Meadway, where I learned all the skills needed to renovate house, fitting kitchens, bathrooms, hanging doors, plastering, etc. Then came contracts with MFI, Wickes, and B&Q, where I stayed for five years and fitted 200 kitchens and bathrooms! I've worked for local kitchen and bathroom companies and have been working independently on my own now for the last three years doing small renovation work, like building rooms in corners of bedrooms to give the client a enuit , decorating, internal wall removal, flooring , building wardrobes/cabinets / madia walls etc , but predominantly bathrooms!! I really couldn't put a figure on how many bathrooms I've fitted in my working life but it would be in the region of 350 , so I do feel confident in my knowledge and skills as a fitter . I pride myself on my tiling, always trying to strive for perfection as this is what the client sees ! Not that I cut corners anywhere else, using only copper pipe and fittings, and no push fit fittings because that is not plumbing, in my opinion! Many thanks for your time. Mark.
Martin Building Ltd Established in 2003 With a large portfolio of previous projects available for you to see yourself, available to view on our website. Regards Carl Martin
Carl and his team did a fantastic job when working on my garage extension and conversion project. It was the first time that I’ve ever done this type of thing but Carl’s communication was spot on from start to finish. He was courteous and communicative throughout and talked me through each day where the project was at and what was next. If I had to appoint a builder again for whatever reason I wouldn’t hesitate in appointing Martin Building Ltd to complete the job. Thanks again Carl!
M I Bone Builders
Carpenter / Joiner
Family business with over 35 years experience. We are a multi trade business and can undertake everything from drawing up plans to laying carpet. We are also contractors for a number of local authorities.
Amistad has been in the industry for 9 years, has a wealth of experience and is fully qualified in all aspects of property management and maintenance. With offices in Royal Wootton Bassett, Amistad has a large number of local Contracts
Guy rang up and arranged a time and date to survey and quote. Waited for over an hour. Rang him twice then gave up, so rang him a third time and told him not to bother. Wasted my time which I took off of work.
MJ Dixon Garden Services
Carpenter / Joiner
Carpenter joiner with 30 years experience, trained by Harrods. Specialising in bespoke furniture, heritage wooden restorations, door hanging, decking/garden projects and more. I pride myself on quality of workmanship and reliability.
Hi, we are a family run business with over 15 years experience. We aim to give you the best service possible ever by machine or hand we specialise in new roofs and roof repairs all types of roofing work undertaken Fixed & Competitive Pricing N Affordable & Friendly Team N Experienced & Fully Insured N Our Customers ? Us
CALL ON YOUR LOCAL KITCHEN COMPANY TO SUPPORT YOUR NEW KITCHEN PROJECT Thank you for taking the time to visit our page. We love talking about new kitchens so please do get in touch to discuss your project. If you are planning on buying a new kitchen, let us guide you through the process. Our team have been working in the kitchen industry for years creating thousands of kitchen designs and transforming kitchen areas for our customers. Many of our customers tell us that selecting a new kitchen can be overwhelming. There are so many options, and the traditional kitchen showrooms can be a daunting prospect. This is why at A Class Kitchens, we work differently to the norm. Here’s how: Our designers are kitchen designers and not salespeople. Of course, we want you to buy an A Class Kitchen, but our priority is to deliver your perfect kitchen design. In addition, you will have a 20 day period from when we provide you with a quote, to decide if you want to proceed with your new kitchen. No pressure, we want to give you the time and all the information you need to make your decision! We do not run from a showroom. Our designers work on a flexible basis from home. We have always operated this way, even pre Covid as our company promotes a work life balance for our staff. This means that we do not have the overheads of a showroom and therefore, even though we offer premium quality kitchens, our costs are only 10%- 25% higher than Highstreet kitchen companies. All our consultations are completed in the comfort of your home, at a time to suit your needs. Many of our customers have difficulty visualising their new kitchen. If this, is you, we offer a virtual reality viewing experience where you can see and walk through your new kitchen using our VR headset. We have an installations team who can fully project manage your kitchen, including extensions and building work if you have a larger project. Our customers mean the world to us, and we try to help make the process of buying a new kitchen easier by offering boxes to help you pack your kitchen, a portable oven while your kitchen is out of action, and a full kitchen clean on our project managed kitchen installations.
Would definitely recommend them - all the tradesmen they used were very professional - from start to finish we are very satisfied with the service given - important point was they listened to any alterations or comments that we suggested and without hesitation took them on board
Building contractor undertaking various home improvement projects including bathrooms and kitchens design and installation, extensions and loft conversions, decorating and maintenance, electrical and central heating works. All work guaranteed. Please visit our website for more information on Google search. Customer feedback can be found searching myBuilder under Braerise UK Ltd.
Really professional! Had a stud wall removed from Kitchen and you would never be able to tell there was a wall there previously. Excellent throughout, would highly recommend!
R&R Builders is a leader in providing value-added construction services to our customers by creating a successful partnership with them throughout the construction process. Our pledge is to establish lasting relationships with our customers.
R&R done an excellent work replaced the whole bathroom including the flooring. Very professional, punctual and gets the job done at a reasonable price. Highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for bathroom work. Thank you, Eden & Kristian
We are a family owned and operated construction company with over 15 years experience in building and restoration. A father an son duo with a solid belief that quality over all else is most important. We care about delivering amazing risults without it costing you the earth. The our business is based on: Carpentry Tilling Bathroom fitting Kitchen fitting Painting Building
Stoyan did a great job. His communication was excellent. I knew when he was coming. The work was done to a great level and we were very pleased with the finished results. I would recommend him and will certainly be contacting him again for further work. A neighbour was so impressed with his work that she has requested his details for work she would like doing. Recommend and will use again.
Foster Hart Kitchens deliver a comprehensive service to fully manage your kitchen installation. We offer quality modern, designer and traditional fitted kitchens, at an affordable price, with free planning , design and advice. Proud members of IKBBI.
Replaced kitchen worktops and a large kitchen cupboard and the work was done to a very good standard. Would recommend this contractor. Good job Paul. Thanks
JHL Contracts (kent) Limited
Carpenter / Joiner
We are JHL Contracts (Kent) Limited. Your professional commercial and domestic package contractor. We are an established Kent based company offering extensive competent works covering Kent and areas within, such as... Thanet, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Maidstone, Medway, Kent and London. We operate and offer duties from small scale to large scale commercial and domestic projects ranging from Groundworks, Bulk excavation, Foundation installation, Oversight works, Site Excavation, New Builds, Hard Landscaping and Drainage. Our expertise can also offer installation of security/ restriction Bollards and civil engineering projects. We all so cover other building areas as well we have all tradesmen that are reliable and do a good job . We are a competitive and reliable company who strive to always show dedicated enthusiasm and skill upon performing or undertaking our contracted works, whether this be, on behalf of Home owners, independent clients or commercial companies. We hope to be able to assist you with any future project you wish to be undertaken. Thank you The JHL Contracts team
Hello! We are a team of tradesmen who work hard to make building ideas a reality. With all our commitment and skills, our work is up to a high standard. Full refurbishment, extensions, lofts. Feel free to ask for a quote. Anytime you are welcome.
Very conscientious, I’m Well impressed with how Professional and reliable Oleg was and this is 6 months after he finished the job.
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