Top 10 Carpenters in Clayton, NC

Porch Pro Headshot Premier Painting & Drywall Contractors LLC
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
"Jose and his team are the most professional workmen I have ever worked with. They are particularly meticulous in all the work that they perform. They are in constant contact with you while they are doing the job and they will not accept payment from you until the job is done and it is done in th...Read more about Premier Painting & Drywall Contractors LLC
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"Jose and his team are the most professional workmen I have ever worked with. They are particularly meticulous in all the work that they perform. They are in constant contact with you while they are doing the job and they will not accept payment from you until the job is done and it is done in th...Read more about Premier Painting & Drywall Contractors LLC
Porch Pro Headshot JAM Carolina Exteriors
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
(51)
"I have had Jam Carolina perform several projects for me. I had my house re-roofed and gutters replaced a few years ago. Crews are efficient, friendly and very professional. This past year, we had a sunroom addition put on our house. JAM was great to work with. While in the design stage, they w...Read more about JAM Carolina Exteriors
"I have had Jam Carolina perform several projects for me. I had my house re-roofed and gutters replaced a few years ago. Crews are efficient, friendly and very professional. This past year, we had a sunroom addition put on our house. JAM was great to work with. While in the design stage, they w...Read more about JAM Carolina Exteriors
Porch Pro Headshot The Humble Abode LLC
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
(68)
We are a veteran owned and operated general contracting company. We are fully licensed, registered, and insured handling a wide variety of projects from handyman to do lists, realtor punch lists, and complete home remodels and additions. We maintain a 5 star rating on multiple pro contracting sites ...Read more about The Humble Abode LLC
We are a veteran owned and operated general contracting company. We are fully licensed, registered, and insured handling a wide variety of projects from handyman to do lists, realtor punch lists, and complete home remodels and additions. We maintain a 5 star rating on multiple pro contracting sites ...Read more about The Humble Abode LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Divine Designs, Inc
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
(6)
Since 1995 Michael and his team have been designing, planning, and constructing superior high quality and absolutely heavenly residential and commercial buildings throughout North Carolina. Michael began his building career in his family's company at only the age of eight. In 2000 he took his vast k...Read more about Divine Designs, Inc
Since 1995 Michael and his team have been designing, planning, and constructing superior high quality and absolutely heavenly residential and commercial buildings throughout North Carolina. Michael began his building career in his family's company at only the age of eight. In 2000 he took his vast k...Read more about Divine Designs, Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Cruz Painting
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
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"I am in the design business and found Noe Cruz through a friend. He is hands down the best painter I have used. Although this was a personal job I will definitely refer him to my clients. I feel very confident referring him to my design clients. He is prompt, trustworthy, leaves the job much bet...Read more about Cruz Painting
"I am in the design business and found Noe Cruz through a friend. He is hands down the best painter I have used. Although this was a personal job I will definitely refer him to my clients. I feel very confident referring him to my design clients. He is prompt, trustworthy, leaves the job much bet...Read more about Cruz Painting
Porch Pro Headshot Outdoor Craftsmen, Inc.
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
(6)
Terron Teander, President of Outdoor Craftsmen, Inc., has been building quality crafted homes in North Carolina for21 years. His homes boast timeless appeal and superior workmanship, with an emphasis on close connections tofamily, tradition, and the outdoors. Outdoor Craftsmen prides itself in bein...Read more about Outdoor Craftsmen, Inc.
Terron Teander, President of Outdoor Craftsmen, Inc., has been building quality crafted homes in North Carolina for21 years. His homes boast timeless appeal and superior workmanship, with an emphasis on close connections tofamily, tradition, and the outdoors. Outdoor Craftsmen prides itself in bein...Read more about Outdoor Craftsmen, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot One Accord Services LLC
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
(3)
One Accord Services is a license General Contractor with experiences in Residential and Commercial services.
One Accord Services is a license General Contractor with experiences in Residential and Commercial services.
Porch Pro Headshot CQ Remodeling
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
CQ Remodeling is a veteran-owned and operated business specializing in home repair and improvements. With 15 years of experience, we specialize in all aspects of home repairs, new construction to enhance your existing home or home remodeling. Our specialties include built-in cabinets, custom carpent...Read more about CQ Remodeling
CQ Remodeling is a veteran-owned and operated business specializing in home repair and improvements. With 15 years of experience, we specialize in all aspects of home repairs, new construction to enhance your existing home or home remodeling. Our specialties include built-in cabinets, custom carpent...Read more about CQ Remodeling
Porch Pro Headshot Rapid Solutions
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
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Anything from home improvement, repair, to odd jobs. One call can solve it all
Anything from home improvement, repair, to odd jobs. One call can solve it all
Porch Pro Headshot Ugalde renovations 919)418-6434
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
(3)
If you’re looking for a professional contractor to meet your vision for your home look no further!! Here at Ugalde renovations we aspire to make your dream home a reality!! No job is too big and no job is to small !! We’re a crew of three guys w 15 years of experience and 5 years as a company! Our ...Read more about Ugalde renovations 919)418-6434
If you’re looking for a professional contractor to meet your vision for your home look no further!! Here at Ugalde renovations we aspire to make your dream home a reality!! No job is too big and no job is to small !! We’re a crew of three guys w 15 years of experience and 5 years as a company! Our ...Read more about Ugalde renovations 919)418-6434

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 Clayton Carpenters

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I would defiantly hire again

- David Woolard
78988

Michael and his team were great they did such a great job. I was so happy with my new kitchen

- jennifer martin
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Very Prompt I contacted them in order to get a quote that I could take to the seller for the house I was buying. They were able to give me the needed quote in the same day.

- Michael Divine
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I loved how they were very professional and helped us with the designing and layout of our new kitchen. Plus very good craftsmanship on the custom island I wanted Thank you so much Michael

- Michael Divine
100309

Marcus Hicks, who owns “Oak City Contracting and Repairs” is a scam artist along with his "partner" Joseph Smothers, who owns "The Humble Abode". Marcus was contracted to build a front porch and an addition with side porch on my home back in October. We g...

- Jennifer Frost
89692

Did not show for estimate or Sent a text @ 11:05 and states they could not come due to a family emergency that morning. My day was ruined Why didn't they call earlier in the morning when the emergency occurred I normally don't look at text. Very unprof...

- Lisa Edgerton
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From start to finish it was an absolutely amazing experience. The first thing that stood out was the constant communication that Joe provided. Anytime I had any questions he was very responsive and always went above and beyond to make the process painless...

- Alex Freeman
100310

Joseph Smothers is a scam artist along with his "partner" Marcus Hicks, who owns "Oak City Contracting and Repairs". Marcus was contracted to build a front porch and an addition with side porch on my home back in October. We gave him a deposit, plus addit...

- Jennifer Frost
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Michael with Anywhere Maintenance has done multiple jobs for me at my home. He has welded my jeep frame I am restoring, painted the exterior of my home, replaced shingles on my roof and has done a lot of landscaping. He always does a good job, quick job a...

- George Capello
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Hi my name is Horacio, I been working on Drywall for 20 years, last five years as a foreman , you can contact to me anytime at 919)264-3539 thank you and have a wonderful day!!

- Horacio Perez
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Brian replaced the window sills on several windows and completely rebuilt one window which had more serious problems. He accomplished this work promptly and at a very reasonable price. He did an excellent job with the carpentry and prime, painted and ca...

- Richard Olson

Everything You Need to Know About Clayton Carpenters

Can I browse unscreened Carpenters in Clayton?

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

  • 1:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • NEW LIFE CUSTOM CARPENTRY INC:
    • Services Offered: Carpenters
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • T. M. Barnes Home Innovations, LLC:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

How many carpenters does Clayton have?

There are around 50 companies throughout Clayton to help you with your next carpentry services job.

  • 14 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.

How does invoicing/payment work for most Carpenter projects in Clayton?

Every project differs, but you should ask any carpenter for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any carpentry services work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for carpenters to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your carpenter project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the carpenter to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

All Carpenters in Clayton, NC

Porch Pro Headshot Oak City Contracting & Repair
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
(3)
"Professional Service and outstanding quality! Marcus was very responsive for my project. We wanted to renovate our old bathroom and Marcus helped us bring our visiuon to life with our new waterfall shower and seamless bathroom. He is very polite and paid attention to detail to make sure we got exac...Read more about Oak City Contracting & Repair
"Professional Service and outstanding quality! Marcus was very responsive for my project. We wanted to renovate our old bathroom and Marcus helped us bring our visiuon to life with our new waterfall shower and seamless bathroom. He is very polite and paid attention to detail to make sure we got exac...Read more about Oak City Contracting & Repair
Porch Pro Headshot Anything Anywhere Maintenance
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
(1)
Here at Anything Anywhere Maintenance we provide many services for almost anything you would need at your home from your mail box to your bathroom. Some services that we offer include the following. -Landscaping -Hedge Trimming -Limb, Small Tree Removal -Welding -Interior Painting -Exterior Paintin...Read more about Anything Anywhere Maintenance
Here at Anything Anywhere Maintenance we provide many services for almost anything you would need at your home from your mail box to your bathroom. Some services that we offer include the following. -Landscaping -Hedge Trimming -Limb, Small Tree Removal -Welding -Interior Painting -Exterior Paintin...Read more about Anything Anywhere Maintenance
Porch Pro Headshot Chandler Custom Carpentry
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
(1)
We are a complete carpentry service offering anything from built-ins to reclaimed wood furniture to trim work. Our prices are fair and competitive. Contact us first, second or last...we guarantee you'll love our work and our pricing.
We are a complete carpentry service offering anything from built-ins to reclaimed wood furniture to trim work. Our prices are fair and competitive. Contact us first, second or last...we guarantee you'll love our work and our pricing.
Porch Pro Headshot Phillips gutters and home services llc
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
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Porch Pro Headshot Landscape Central
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
Porch Pro Headshot One family pro services
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
At One Family Pro Services we strive to create long lasting relationships with every homeowner. Providing our services at affordable prices because we know every penny counts. We will always be a phone call away.
At One Family Pro Services we strive to create long lasting relationships with every homeowner. Providing our services at affordable prices because we know every penny counts. We will always be a phone call away.
Porch Pro Headshot Arbor Barber, Gutter Busters, Yard Guards
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
Gutter busters is a fully insured, professional gutter experts company safely operating out of Raleigh and surrounding areas. When your leaves fall.. who you gonna call!? Arbor barbers is a local tree pruning and removal service as well as brush removal and stump grinding service. Fully insured, saf...Read more about Arbor Barber, Gutter Busters, Yard Guards
Gutter busters is a fully insured, professional gutter experts company safely operating out of Raleigh and surrounding areas. When your leaves fall.. who you gonna call!? Arbor barbers is a local tree pruning and removal service as well as brush removal and stump grinding service. Fully insured, saf...Read more about Arbor Barber, Gutter Busters, Yard Guards
Porch Pro Headshot Andrews Quality Electric
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
I am a full service electrical contractor specializing in exceeding the customer's expectations. i have over 25+ years in the electrical field in commercial and residential installation and repair. i am family and pet friendly, and i perform all work personally. clean cut and polite. cash, checks, o...Read more about Andrews Quality Electric
I am a full service electrical contractor specializing in exceeding the customer's expectations. i have over 25+ years in the electrical field in commercial and residential installation and repair. i am family and pet friendly, and i perform all work personally. clean cut and polite. cash, checks, o...Read more about Andrews Quality Electric
Porch Pro Headshot Veranda Maker
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
Building Fine Quality Home Improvement Projects Veranda Maker is a home additions remodeling contractor who specializes in the construction of fine quality outdoor studio living projects. Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, Veranda Maker proudly provides home improvement project construction servi...Read more about Veranda Maker
Building Fine Quality Home Improvement Projects Veranda Maker is a home additions remodeling contractor who specializes in the construction of fine quality outdoor studio living projects. Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, Veranda Maker proudly provides home improvement project construction servi...Read more about Veranda Maker
Porch Pro Headshot VZ Construction
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
During his 30 year career in construction, Stan has mastered just about every skill you can name. His roots in a rural family helped him get his start, and he worked his way up in the industry in the old way - apprenticing and building skills over time. He has held a general contractor's license for...Read more about VZ Construction
During his 30 year career in construction, Stan has mastered just about every skill you can name. His roots in a rural family helped him get his start, and he worked his way up in the industry in the old way - apprenticing and building skills over time. He has held a general contractor's license for...Read more about VZ Construction
Porch Pro Headshot Carpentry Rescuer
Carpenters
Serves Clayton, North Carolina
Siding Repair • Full Home Painting Interior And Exterior • Color Change Carpentry Repairs • Deck Repair House Power Wash. and much more
Siding Repair • Full Home Painting Interior And Exterior • Color Change Carpentry Repairs • Deck Repair House Power Wash. and much more
Porch Pro Headshot 1
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Serves Clayton, North Carolina
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Porch Pro Headshot Cary Custom Home Renovations
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Serves Clayton, North Carolina
custom tile custom kitchens
custom tile custom kitchens

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Recent projects booked on Porch
Clayton 27527
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within 48 hours
Existing deck
No
Approximate size of deck to build
I'm not sure
Decking and railing materials
I'm not sure
Deck features
Nothing extra, just the deck
Other deck features
No, thanks, just the deck
Extent of design or prep work
Yes, I have plans and all required permits
Clayton 27527
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a month
Type of deck
Pressure-treated pine
Areas of deck to repair
making standing alone deck
Deck damage
Loose, wobbly or unstable
Severity of damage
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
Filing insurance claim
No
Already have deck materials
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them