Top 10 Carpenters in Amherst, NH

Porch Pro Headshot Sigurdsson Construction
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
(4)
Sigurdsson Construction understands the importance of speed to market and we are adept at managing condensed construction schedules and tight turnaround times. We manage the construction of small to large-scale projects providing a full range of construction services. We've created extraordinary exp...Read more about Sigurdsson Construction
Sigurdsson Construction understands the importance of speed to market and we are adept at managing condensed construction schedules and tight turnaround times. We manage the construction of small to large-scale projects providing a full range of construction services. We've created extraordinary exp...Read more about Sigurdsson Construction
Porch Pro Headshot Seekins Contracting LLC
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
(10)
Small family business, specializing in small, simple repair services, to complete remodeling. Competitive rates, #1 in service, lifetime warranty on workmanship.
Small family business, specializing in small, simple repair services, to complete remodeling. Competitive rates, #1 in service, lifetime warranty on workmanship.
Porch Pro Headshot Brutus carpentry design
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
We are professionals on finish carpentry we remodel and we finish new homem with quality out mission is to make sure our client is 100% satisfied and the job comes out in mint condition we love what we do ...
We are professionals on finish carpentry we remodel and we finish new homem with quality out mission is to make sure our client is 100% satisfied and the job comes out in mint condition we love what we do ...
Porch Pro Headshot Modern Exterior Concepts
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
Modern Exterior Concepts has been a leader in carpentry and woodworking in New England since its inception. There have been many changes in the industry since then but one thing that never changes is the need for reliable, quality craftsmanship at a competitive price. Every year our team researches ...Read more about Modern Exterior Concepts
Modern Exterior Concepts has been a leader in carpentry and woodworking in New England since its inception. There have been many changes in the industry since then but one thing that never changes is the need for reliable, quality craftsmanship at a competitive price. Every year our team researches ...Read more about Modern Exterior Concepts
Porch Pro Headshot Jaxon Contracting LLC
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
(23)
Here at Jaxon Contracting we specialize in all your contstruction needs. New Construction, Remodeling, water & sewer etc. We work from Sub-Grade to Roof
Here at Jaxon Contracting we specialize in all your contstruction needs. New Construction, Remodeling, water & sewer etc. We work from Sub-Grade to Roof
Porch Pro Headshot American Building Technologies
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
(70)
Porch Pro Headshot MV Carpentry Masonry Services
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
(1)
MV Carpentry & Masonry is a sky-reaching company built on a solid foundation of trust and experience. With 18 years and myriad successful projects designed to bring a smile to the face of our clients, we are confident that we can bring your vision to reality, and that you will be amazed at the resul...Read more about MV Carpentry Masonry Services
MV Carpentry & Masonry is a sky-reaching company built on a solid foundation of trust and experience. With 18 years and myriad successful projects designed to bring a smile to the face of our clients, we are confident that we can bring your vision to reality, and that you will be amazed at the resul...Read more about MV Carpentry Masonry Services
Porch Pro Headshot Ridges Peak Remodeling
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
(7)
I offer a variety of home services from carpentry work, to roofing and siding.
I offer a variety of home services from carpentry work, to roofing and siding.
Porch Pro Headshot Certapro Painters of Nashua, Newburyport and Wesford
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
CertaPro Painters of Nashua, Newburyport and Westford are part of the largest residential and commercial painting company in North America. We are locally owned and operated, proudly serving the Nashua, NH, Newburyport, MA and Westford, MA areas for residential projects and we serve Vermont, New ...Read more about Certapro Painters of Nashua, Newburyport and Wesford
CertaPro Painters of Nashua, Newburyport and Westford are part of the largest residential and commercial painting company in North America. We are locally owned and operated, proudly serving the Nashua, NH, Newburyport, MA and Westford, MA areas for residential projects and we serve Vermont, New ...Read more about Certapro Painters of Nashua, Newburyport and Wesford
Porch Pro Headshot Roy-Bilt
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
Roy-Bilt covers a wide range of handyman and remodeling services for residential homeowners and landlords. With 10+ years of industry experience we are equipped to tackle a wide range of jobs from simple repairs to full additions and remodels. We pride ourselves on our timely and regular communicati...Read more about Roy-Bilt
Roy-Bilt covers a wide range of handyman and remodeling services for residential homeowners and landlords. With 10+ years of industry experience we are equipped to tackle a wide range of jobs from simple repairs to full additions and remodels. We pride ourselves on our timely and regular communicati...Read more about Roy-Bilt

Frequently asked questions about carpenters

Carpentry is one of the oldest professions — for as long as people have needed shelter to live in, there has been some form of carpentry. Today, carpentry has become a very specialized trade and most carpenters have a niche. The hallmark of all types of carpentry is that carpenters are experts in working with wood. There are some small exceptions to this for buildings that use steel studs or other types of metal framing, for example. However, for the most part, when you think carpenters, think wood.

  • Rough carpenters – Rough carpenters are one of the first trades you'll have on-site if you’re building a house. Their expertise is in the overall structure and stability of buildings and the big-picture aspects of building a home.
  • Framing carpenters – Framing carpenters are the pros responsible for putting up the base structure that will become the interior and exterior walls of a building. Framing carpentry goes hand-in-hand with rough carpentry, however, framing is often seen as a specialized skill.
  • Jointers – Joint carpentry involves putting together floor joists that create the surface you'll walk on once it's finished.
  • Cabinet makers – Carpenters specializing in cabinetry are extremely skilled at fine woodworking and excel at precise and detail-oriented work. They are some of the last carpenters that work on a project because cabinetry is a part of the finishing process and is generally one of the last things that are installed.
  • Finish carpenters – similar to cabinet makers, finish carpenters are responsible for the finer details that are not structural but make up the parts of your home that you'll see daily. Finish carpenters will be the ones to install your trim, wood flooring, railings, and handrails and are also sometimes referred to as trim carpenters.

Have they done the work being requested before?

This is an important question that can often be overlooked, with potential clients assuming that all carpenters work on all types of projects. As we discussed before, carpentry has several specialized skill sets, so it's important to make sure that any carpenter you're considering has worked on your type of project before.

Are they examples of their work?

Carpenters near you will have pictures of past projects they've done that they can share with you. The building process is impressive, and the change from beginning to end can be staggering, so these proud tradespeople will likely have work they'll be happy to show you.

How much experience do they have in your type of project?

This ties into the first question, however, it’s a bit more detailed. Many clients have fallen into the trap of only asking basic questions, like “Have you done a project like this before?” and failing to follow up with, “How many times?”

In many cases, it may not matter if a carpenter has only done a certain type of work once or twice, but it could make a huge difference if your project is complex — and that’s not something you want to find out mid-project.

Are they licensed (if necessary)?

Many municipalities will require permits for carpentry work, depending on the scale. These permits are only applicable if a certified carpenter will be doing the work. In addition, your carpenter may need to have a Red Seal in carpentry to obtain the correct insurance.

Are they insured?

There are three different types of insurance that carpenters will need to carry to conduct work safely. These are general liability insurance, professional liability insurance, and Worker's Compensation insurance.

Don't be shy about asking a carpenter you're thinking of hiring for proof of the appropriate insurance, and be wary if they can't provide documentation.

The short answer to this question is that a carpenter isn't always a builder, but a builder is most often a carpenter. Don't worry — we’ll clarify what that means below.

Carpenter

As we discussed above, there are many types of local carpenters who specialize in one or more distinct areas of carpentry. Depending on where you are in your construction process, multiple carpenters who are experts in their niche may be needed.

Builder

If a construction professional refers to themselves as a builder, they are likely saying that they are a general contractor or a construction project manager who can take more of a full-scope approach to your project. Most builders are carpenters by trade but have expanded their skillet to encompass more of the building process.

It can be a bit confusing because carpenters do build things, but when someone is referred to as a builder, it generally means that they are experienced in integrating multiple stages of construction and tradespeople on one project.

However, this is definitely a bit of a gray area. Make sure to clarify what type of professional you’re working with when you vet tradespeople, so you know exactly what their specialty is.

A carpenter is absolutely the right tradesperson to build a beautiful, sturdy deck for you. Depending on what you're picturing for the finished product, however, you might want to look at bringing in both a rough carpenter and a finishing carpenter.

Rough carpenters are experts at putting in the proper foundation to make your deck safe and secure, as well as grading the ground below and ensuring adequate drainage. They'll also be the best people to advise on what types of materials the structure of your deck should be made of, including foundation, stairs, and railings.

It’s important to note here that in most municipalities, you’ll need a permit to build a deck. Your carpenter will need to be licensed to have the expertise and certification to apply for the proper licenses.

Once the structure of your deck is complete, a finish carpenter can give your project a different level of polish and aesthetic appeal, putting that final touch onto your new deck.

If your vision of your new deck involves built-in seating or an outdoor kitchen, a finish carpenter will also be the best tradesperson to help you bring your unique space to life.

Many rough carpenters are very skilled at finishing, and others don’t prefer to do finishing work, so it’s worth it to ask upfront.

Licensing for carpenters can be complicated. Not everyone who refers to themselves as a carpenter is a licensed carpenter, handypersons often do carpentry work. Only some states require carpenters to be licensed for specific types of work.

In many cases, licensing is required in order to ensure that a carpenter has an adequate level of knowledge and experience. There are plenty of unlicensed carpenters with a wealth of experience and talent, but the licensing process is a way for employers and clients to feel secure that a tradesperson has a standardized level of knowledge and experience. Most licensing programs require four years of work experience and the passing of a certification exam.

Below, we’ll go through some common questions and misconceptions to help you untangle the licensing web.

States that require carpenters to have licenses

Alabama, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah have state-level requirements for carpenters to be licensed to do certain types of carpentry work. While each state has its own list, some common types of carpentry often require licenses:

  • Millwork
  • Framing
  • Structural work
  • Cabinetry
  • Installing metal studs or framing

When can you hire a carpenter that does not have a license?

In some cases, lighter carpentry work on non-structural areas of a home doesn’t require a carpenter to carry a license. This may also mean they don’t have the proper workplace insurance, so make sure to ask those questions and weigh the risks accordingly.

Locations that fall outside city or municipal regions may have fewer restrictions on building permits. If you’re confident, you can have a non-licensed carpenter do structural work. This varies by location, so research the rules that cover your property before agreeing to have any work done.

Carpenters are integral to the home-building process, and their various areas of expertise are what allow the vision of a home designer or structural engineer to go from vision to reality.

If you’re unfamiliar with the home-building process, you may be surprised at first to learn that, in many cases, one carpenter does not handle the entire process. Particularly on large or complex projects, you’re likely to have several different types of carpentry experts. Beginning with rough carpentry to create the foundation and structure of your home, you’ll bring in framing carpenters for the exterior and interior walls, joint carpenters, roofing carpenters, and finish carpenters and cabinetmakers.

Depending on your location, finding the right carpenters near you can be simple, or you may have to look at bringing in the right pro from a larger city or town.

Other trades will need to work alongside carpenters during the building process. Homes are built in many layers and stages, so you can expect to have several trades working simultaneously at certain times.

Here’s a list of other trades you’ll need to build a house:

  • Machine operator
  • Electrician
  • Plumber
  • Gasfitter
  • Drywaller
  • Septic installer

Recent reviews for Amherst Carpenters

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Should have hired these guys sooner. Everything they've done is top notch. Customer service is great; they respond right away to requests and questions, they're adaptable, and make changes on the fly. Very dependable and punctual as well, every day. Just ...

- Leo Venancio
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took my down payment and left me without any work done for 5 months until I finally hired another contractor.. I will need to pursue them legally to get my 1000 dollar deposit back.. don't use this company.

- Adam Biron
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Sigurdsson Construction is a scammer's website pretending to be owned by a romance scammer from Zimbabwe named "David Jones Sigurdsson." DO NOT believe this fraud! Read the articles about him at TheDailyScam.com!

- D D
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Do NOT believe this is a real company! Sigurdsson Construction is a fake company being used as a front by a Romance Scammer in Harare, Zimbabwe! This company doesn't exist in Boston or anywhere else! Check out the articles about this scammer on The Daily ...

- Scam Fighters
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Sigurdsson Construction is a very good company and it’s affordable, they have worked for me back in Toronto

- Johnson Okon
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Shawn is now well-known within town for being difficult to work and leaving projects incomplete.

- C Collins
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Did a terrible job on an epoxy floor. The job was unfinished and he stopped responding to messages and phone calls. Did no prep work on the floor at all. Just spread epoxy over floor and left. BEWARE

- Brian O'Connell
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Contracted with Shawn and his LLC to install 23 cedar wood fence panels plus custom gates. Service was professional, honest and reliable. Workmanship was quality, estimate and ending invoice as promised! I highly recommend and will hire again.

- Deborah Cartier

Everything You Need to Know About Amherst Carpenters

Can I browse unscreened Carpenters in Amherst?

We do our best to screen all of our carpenters. However, there are still some carpenter professionals in Amherst that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Amherst or NH. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering carpentry services:

  • TOM FLYNN REMODELING:
    • Services Offered: Carpenters
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • A J S Custom Cabinetry:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • J.m.b. custom carpentry:
    • Services Offered: Carpenters
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

Carpentry Services isn’t exactly what I’m looking for. Are there more specific services similar to carpenters available in Amherst?

If you’ve determined that carpentry services are not quite what you were looking for, or if you had a specific project in mind that is similar to carpentry services, we can still help you find the right professional in Amherst.

Amherst has 50 carpenter professionals that can help you with your carpentry services job. Head to our Pros Page to find specific carpenters-pros in Amherst.

How do I know that I found the right Carpenter in Amherst for my carpentry services project?

Finding the right carpenter for your project can be stressful.... when you don't search with Porch. We've pulled together everything you need to know about Carpentry Services in Amherst so you can have some peace of mind before starting your project.

Here’s what you need to know to choose the right carpenter in Amherst:

  • Check if they are they BBB rated: 10 are A-rated in Amherst.
  • Is the quality worth the price? Make sure to find the carpenter that can deliver the quality you're looking for, without going way over your budget. Don't forget that every job is going to be different.
  • Speak with them over the phone: Contact multiple carpenters pros to see if you’re on the same page when it comes to your project.

All Carpenters in Amherst, NH

Porch Pro Headshot paradise services llc.
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
Our mission is to help you with any project you need done with quality and a fair price! We motivate ourselves everyday to have our customers satisfied with our work and we have been doing that for years!
Our mission is to help you with any project you need done with quality and a fair price! We motivate ourselves everyday to have our customers satisfied with our work and we have been doing that for years!
Porch Pro Headshot Ambra Painting Inc
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
Ambra Painting Inc is based in Saugus, MA, 01906. We have more than 15 years of experience in Carpentry Services. If you need Professional Carpentry Service, do not hesitate to call us now! Residential Carpenter, Commercial Carpenter, Painting, Sidings, Windows Replacement, Windows Installing, Door...Read more about Ambra Painting Inc
Ambra Painting Inc is based in Saugus, MA, 01906. We have more than 15 years of experience in Carpentry Services. If you need Professional Carpentry Service, do not hesitate to call us now! Residential Carpenter, Commercial Carpenter, Painting, Sidings, Windows Replacement, Windows Installing, Door...Read more about Ambra Painting Inc
Porch Pro Headshot PMH Properties LLC
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
PMH Properties LLC is a full service property preservation company that has been in business since 2009. We are a family run business that was formed when a father who worked carpentry his whole life and a son who had been doing landscaping since the age of 13 decided to join forces and start a busi...Read more about PMH Properties LLC
PMH Properties LLC is a full service property preservation company that has been in business since 2009. We are a family run business that was formed when a father who worked carpentry his whole life and a son who had been doing landscaping since the age of 13 decided to join forces and start a busi...Read more about PMH Properties LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Ray's Woodworks
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
(22)
Based in Auburn, Ray's Woodworks is a generator company that began business in 2000. They offer generator installation and generator maintenance as well as other services.
Based in Auburn, Ray's Woodworks is a generator company that began business in 2000. They offer generator installation and generator maintenance as well as other services.
Porch Pro Headshot Chasecraft Custom Carpentry
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
Chasecraft Custom Carpentry is a carpentry company located in Wilmington. They have been providing woodworking, wood staining, railing design and other services since 2004.
Chasecraft Custom Carpentry is a carpentry company located in Wilmington. They have been providing woodworking, wood staining, railing design and other services since 2004.
Porch Pro Headshot Ralph Gilbert
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
We strive to provide superior carpentry and remodeling services for a reasonable price. Whether it's a kitchen or bath remodel or a new deck, windows and doors, siding, tile or general home repairs.
We strive to provide superior carpentry and remodeling services for a reasonable price. Whether it's a kitchen or bath remodel or a new deck, windows and doors, siding, tile or general home repairs.
Porch Pro Headshot Christopher D. Parker
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
I enjoy seeing a project thru till the end. The completed job and happy customer is a good payoff for the hard work. I love painting and remodeling and I take pride in the quality of work I perform
I enjoy seeing a project thru till the end. The completed job and happy customer is a good payoff for the hard work. I love painting and remodeling and I take pride in the quality of work I perform
Porch Pro Headshot Bousquet Construction and Building Maintenance
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
Willing to do any and all kinds of work cheapest around the state
Willing to do any and all kinds of work cheapest around the state
Porch Pro Headshot Tri state construction
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
(1)
Full service residential construction company specializes in all aspects of roofing framing decks and handy man work
Full service residential construction company specializes in all aspects of roofing framing decks and handy man work
Porch Pro Headshot Callery const co
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
Porch Pro Headshot Double J construction llc
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
Porch Pro Headshot A&J SUPER STRUCTURE INC
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
Porch Pro Headshot 3 sons handyman
Carpenters
Serves Amherst, New Hampshire
We are a family run buisness with a low over head so we can pass this saveings on to our customers. We also take pride in our work we would like ur house to look like our homes.
We are a family run buisness with a low over head so we can pass this saveings on to our customers. We also take pride in our work we would like ur house to look like our homes.

Latest projects near Amherst

Recent projects booked on Porch
Amherst 03031
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a week
Service requested
Modify deck
Change surface material
No
Structural modifications
Yes
Existing deck structure
Wood
Structural changes
I would like to add a railing on one side of the deck. On only one side there is a drop off, and I want to do this for safety reasons because I have two year old twins.
Supplemental features
Nothing else.
Materials provided
Yes, I just need construction
Amherst 03031
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a month
Type of deck
Pressure-treated pine
Areas of deck to repair
Decking or deck surface
Deck damage
Rotting, cracked or missing boards
Severity of damage
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
Filing insurance claim
No
Already have deck materials
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Amherst 03031
Carpentry
Service needed
Carpentry
Start Date
I'm flexible