Top 3 Carpenters in Columbus, OH

Porch Pro Headshot Better By Hand
I'm a well rounded adaptable PROFESSIONAL with strengths in design, 6management, 1process, 4presentation, 6pricing, 6alternative 4solutions, and 7more. 6Of course 8accuracy and 4quality are important, but I don't need to prove it through talk. 6 years of specifically residential remodeling after my ...Read more about Better By Hand
4964 Medfield Way, Columbus, OH
857-249-2122
Porch Pro Headshot RP home improve it
We have been remodeling homes for over 20yrs and we would love to make your dream home a reality
247 N Harris Ave, Columbus, OH
614-381-1486
Porch Pro Headshot Fairfield County Remodeling Co.
We are a complete home remodeling company that specializes in all types of flooring, whole home and basement remodels. We do not use subcontractors and complete all scopes of work in house. We rely on high quality, VIP style service to keep our customers satisfied.
318 S Mill St, Baltimore, OH
614-325-1175

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Porch Pro Headshot Deco Construction & Remodeling
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
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"Ask for a quote on the fence and some wiring work. I was really impressed with the wiring work in the garage excellent job very fair pricing in fact way less expensive than most and the work was professional quality and done quickly. Now did I have seen his work in pricing I will have him do the fe...Read more about Deco Construction & Remodeling
"Ask for a quote on the fence and some wiring work. I was really impressed with the wiring work in the garage excellent job very fair pricing in fact way less expensive than most and the work was professional quality and done quickly. Now did I have seen his work in pricing I will have him do the fe...Read more about Deco Construction & Remodeling
Porch Pro Headshot OverTheTop
Carpenters
Serves Columbus, Ohio
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We are a small family owned business dedicated to quality work and great service. We do handyman work, painting, cleaning, furniture assembly, install windows and doors and more! We will work with your schedule and your budget and do anything we can to help out.
We are a small family owned business dedicated to quality work and great service. We do handyman work, painting, cleaning, furniture assembly, install windows and doors and more! We will work with your schedule and your budget and do anything we can to help out.
Porch Pro Headshot Universal Ohio LLC
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
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Considered one of the best carpet installers in January 2018, Universal Ohio LLC offers a variety of carpet flooring options that are perfect for your home or business.
Considered one of the best carpet installers in January 2018, Universal Ohio LLC offers a variety of carpet flooring options that are perfect for your home or business.
Porch Pro Headshot Joseph Posani
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Porch Pro Headshot T & L ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION
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When you need new carpet installed in your home, turn to the 5-star-rated experts at T & L ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION in Vanceburg.
When you need new carpet installed in your home, turn to the 5-star-rated experts at T & L ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION in Vanceburg.
Porch Pro Headshot Dailey Jobs Done Right
Carpenters
Serves Columbus, Ohio
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Dailey Jobs Done Right LLC is a home renovation company specializing in custom remodeling projects. Owner operated our employees take pride in the top quality work we produce.
Dailey Jobs Done Right LLC is a home renovation company specializing in custom remodeling projects. Owner operated our employees take pride in the top quality work we produce.
Porch Pro Headshot Low and Rising Restoration
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
We are a family owned handyman and home remodeling company dedicated to customer satisfaction.
We are a family owned handyman and home remodeling company dedicated to customer satisfaction.

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 Columbus Carpenters

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I put "one star" because I cannot put "zero". Everything that has been done with Layne Remodeling had to be redone. I had some framing work in my garage: each time, I had to ask to fix some issues (some lumbers were replaced but they were not in contact w...

- Vincent Wavreille
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Dailey Jobs done right did an amazing job on installing my kitchen backsplash. I’m so happy with how it turned out. Brian and his team were professional and friendly. They did a great job cleaning up the area after the job was done. Their prices were reas...

- Kathy Turner
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Our two week job stretched into three months, and we made the mistake of paying for the job in full prior to completion. We had to ask at least 10 times for Cody and his crew to come back and finish the job. Also, he refuses to provide receipts for the ma...

- Steven Tate
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Very rude and thinks he is above everyone else. Quoted 350% above what other contractors quote for, why???

- Jamie Vandine
154403

Ken & Tina are fabulous! They installed my microwave in no time at a very reasonable price! Bonus: they are 2 of the nicest people I have ever met!

- Chelsea Smith
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Universal Ohio LLC did an amazing job installing wood floors in our kitchen! We needed the installation done quickly & they were able to accommodate. Not only were they friendly, professional & got the job done quickly but also affordable! We will hire th...

- Kellie Lee
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T&L Roofing & Construction has done an excellent job and exceeded my expectations on the work performance submitted by the team staff and employees it was a warm and friendly experience and I would recommend their services to anyone who is in need of hous...

- Deven Treft
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Excellent work. Shows up on time and works hard to finish project correctly and to specs. Cleans up when finished.

- Diana Orlemann

All Carpenters in Columbus, OH

Porch Pro Headshot N glass Residential Renovations and Maintenance
Veteran owned and operated company. Our goal is to exceed our customers expectations with hopes of having repeat customers. We specialize in a variety of areas from exterior finishes, roofing, decking, fencing, general maintenance to interior finishes flooring, tile, trim, debris removal.
Veteran owned and operated company. Our goal is to exceed our customers expectations with hopes of having repeat customers. We specialize in a variety of areas from exterior finishes, roofing, decking, fencing, general maintenance to interior finishes flooring, tile, trim, debris removal.
Porch Pro Headshot KMC
Carpenters
Serves Columbus, Ohio
KMC comes from a stong custom home building back round. We specialize is custom remodeling or custom home building. Based out of Delaware Ohio we can service all of your remodel, design or building needs!
KMC comes from a stong custom home building back round. We specialize is custom remodeling or custom home building. Based out of Delaware Ohio we can service all of your remodel, design or building needs!
Porch Pro Headshot MR. Handyman of E. Columbus, New Albany and Gahanna
Home Improvement Professionals. Reliable and personable home service professionals can be hard to find these days, but Mr. Handyman makes it easy. Our experienced craftsmen are trained experts and can help with a variety of services. Whether you need help installing drywall in your home, or repairi...Read more about MR. Handyman of E. Columbus, New Albany and Gahanna
Home Improvement Professionals. Reliable and personable home service professionals can be hard to find these days, but Mr. Handyman makes it easy. Our experienced craftsmen are trained experts and can help with a variety of services. Whether you need help installing drywall in your home, or repairi...Read more about MR. Handyman of E. Columbus, New Albany and Gahanna
Porch Pro Headshot BCM Roberts L.L.C.
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
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Our goal is to provide quality craftsmanship and a superior remodeling experience. With over 50 years of expertise in the construction industry, we have the knowledge to meet your residential remodeling needs. There are no shortcuts to excellence.
Our goal is to provide quality craftsmanship and a superior remodeling experience. With over 50 years of expertise in the construction industry, we have the knowledge to meet your residential remodeling needs. There are no shortcuts to excellence.
Porch Pro Headshot Woodruff Restorations
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Structural Erectors is a carpentry specialist based out of Columbus. They offer custom shelving, door replacement and more.
Structural Erectors is a carpentry specialist based out of Columbus. They offer custom shelving, door replacement and more.
Porch Pro Headshot Tim Sparks Construction
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Serves Columbus, Ohio
We wish to serve our community with quality workmanship and superior products.
We wish to serve our community with quality workmanship and superior products.
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