Top 10 Carpenters in Durham, NC

Porch Pro Headshot CQC Home
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(289)
"CQC Home re-built our house, re-using the foundation, roof, most of our hardwood floors, and most of the wall studs but little else. They did the design work, oversaw the asbestos remediation, and then in the next 4 months, rebuilt the house. The work included fixing structural issues; reconfigur...Read more about CQC Home
"CQC Home re-built our house, re-using the foundation, roof, most of our hardwood floors, and most of the wall studs but little else. They did the design work, oversaw the asbestos remediation, and then in the next 4 months, rebuilt the house. The work included fixing structural issues; reconfigur...Read more about CQC Home
Porch Pro Headshot JAM Carolina Exteriors
Carpenters
Serves Durham, 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 Craftsman Direct Handyman Home Improvements LLC
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(43)
"Wonderful to work with. I had a bad siding issue covering most of my home. It was masonite and had to be replaced. Lee came to my home, on time, and gave me the best quote of all the contractors I called. Had my siding replacement done efficiently and they cleaned up so well you could not t...Read more about Craftsman Direct Handyman Home Improvements LLC
"Wonderful to work with. I had a bad siding issue covering most of my home. It was masonite and had to be replaced. Lee came to my home, on time, and gave me the best quote of all the contractors I called. Had my siding replacement done efficiently and they cleaned up so well you could not t...Read more about Craftsman Direct Handyman Home Improvements LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Bull City Painting & Roofing
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
"When it comes to General Contractors, Painters and Roofers, no one compares to Bull City Painting & Roofing LLC. With years of combined experience, Bull City Painting & Roofing LLC has worked hard to build the trust of our clients in Durham, Hillsborough, Creedmoor and beyond. Visit our website to ...Read more about Bull City Painting & Roofing
"When it comes to General Contractors, Painters and Roofers, no one compares to Bull City Painting & Roofing LLC. With years of combined experience, Bull City Painting & Roofing LLC has worked hard to build the trust of our clients in Durham, Hillsborough, Creedmoor and beyond. Visit our website to ...Read more about Bull City Painting & Roofing
Porch Pro Headshot Casey Bancroft Carpentry
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(13)
Casey Bancroft Carpentry is a family owned and operated fully insured carpentry company based in Chapel Hill, N.C. We are a second generation carpentry family and customer satisfaction is our number one priority, from our initial contact to the final review.
Casey Bancroft Carpentry is a family owned and operated fully insured carpentry company based in Chapel Hill, N.C. We are a second generation carpentry family and customer satisfaction is our number one priority, from our initial contact to the final review.
Porch Pro Headshot Cruz Painting
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(2)
"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 JK's Handyman Services
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(17)
JK's Handyman Services is reliable, trustworthy and offer fair pricing for top quality work. We offer all types of services. (Carpentry, siding, windows,doors, flooring, Roofing,power washing,painting,small Electrical, small plumbing and much more
JK's Handyman Services is reliable, trustworthy and offer fair pricing for top quality work. We offer all types of services. (Carpentry, siding, windows,doors, flooring, Roofing,power washing,painting,small Electrical, small plumbing and much more
Porch Pro Headshot Outdoor Craftsmen, Inc.
Carpenters
Serves Durham, 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 Durham, 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 Rick's
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(8)
I am a professional carpenter. My forte is all phases of carpentry.
I am a professional carpenter. My forte is all phases of carpentry.

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 Durham Carpenters

237375

About this time last year I decided to have an room added to the back of my garage and make it my wood working shop. I called JAM and they came out to look at the sketches I had describing what I wanted to addition to look like. One of the most importa...

- Ron Taylor
68230

Stronghold Home Maintenance contacted me immediately, drove to the site same day and gave me a very detailed estimate of cost/materials/time and timeline to start. He showed up on time, kept in touch each step, took photos as the project steps were compl...

- Dorothy R
104455

We hired CQC to remodel our kitchen, master bathroom and fix up some things throughout the house, including the other two bathrooms and the laundry room. We are absolutely delighted with how our renovations came out. Estimates regarding time and cost ...

- Garth Molyneux
70898

Kelly Bidwell designed a full kitchen remodeling for us, and we couldn't have been happier! It turned out amazing, and I will definitely use her again. In fact, she is planning a remodel on our vacation home, too. As a Realtor, I recommend Kelly and th...

- Nancy Mitchell
111518

We work with CQC on 2 home-improvement projects and were thrilled both times. The company is outstanding, and their team members are tremendous… We worked with Mike and Justin Koch on both of our projects and they were very professional and super respons...

- Julia Milliken Rhie
4740

Excellent value. Excellent responsiveness in communication. Excellent work quality.

CQC did a major renovation project for me and I couldn't have been happier with the outcome! great work, communication, and better people!

- Linda Marston
77844

We had CQC Home do a kitchen remodel for us. It was a total gut job...where you take it down to the subfloor and studs. We had new windows installed, walls taken out, siding, and a completely new floorplan for the kitchen. Kelly was amazing to work with a...

- Dori Mikszta
76734

My experience with CQC Home was great. We had a master suite and bathroom added to our home and it added so much value. The plans drawn up by Ken were beautiful. All his contractors were polite and very professional. I would highly recommend this comp...

- Judi Collier
58246

CQC did a major renovation on the lower level of our house. They turned a big awkward walk-out basement into 2 bedrooms, a beautiful bathroom, a playroom, a laundry room, and a mechanical space. We were most impressed that they were both on-time with t...

- Sarah Cohen
70895

We needed to get our house sold and to do so, it needed another full bath. Kelly at CQC Home designed in a way for us to add a shower to our back hall bathroom and increased the value and salability of our home! This design build firm really looks out f...

- Leslie Kloskowski
280873

I had Casey and his team finish my enclosed patio. They were here for almost three weeks my project included tearing down and replacing the existing soffit, furnishing and installing the shiplap ceiling (including paint), Furring out the skylight area abo...

- Dameshea Shorts
69325

Casey was very thorough and professional. He provided an estimate and delivered exactly as planned. Looking forward to hiring him for additional projects.

- Jay .

Everything You Need to Know About Durham Carpenters

Can I browse unscreened Carpenters in Durham?

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

  • Renovate:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Custom Fence, Deck and Home Repairs:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Andy's carpentry and decks:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

Will Carpentry Services work in Durham require permits, inspections, special licenses, etc.?

Whether you’re carpenter job is in Durham or any other city, you're going to want to do a bit of research before hiring carpenters. Even small jobs may have certain regulations around them. Often, the carpenter performing the work will have any required permits, inspections, etc. under control, but not always. Short answer: Research yourself and double check with the carpentry services folks that everything is in order.

How many carpenters does Durham have?

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

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

All Carpenters in Durham, NC

Porch Pro Headshot Stronghold Home Maintenance
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(2)
"We had a pretty simple project - just replacing some dry rotted subfloor - and Stronghold took care of it immediately! He contacted me quickly and the project was finished two days later. He was fair and kind and his rates are really reasonable. He was the right guy for the project."
"We had a pretty simple project - just replacing some dry rotted subfloor - and Stronghold took care of it immediately! He contacted me quickly and the project was finished two days later. He was fair and kind and his rates are really reasonable. He was the right guy for the project."
Porch Pro Headshot Cardinal  Painting and Home Innovations, LLC
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(1)
"I have known Osiris Pasten for many years , he was hired to do various jobs at my property . He’s reliable , hard working and skillful professional . Always met my expectation and beyond . Would highly recommend"
"I have known Osiris Pasten for many years , he was hired to do various jobs at my property . He’s reliable , hard working and skillful professional . Always met my expectation and beyond . Would highly recommend"
Porch Pro Headshot Top Home Solutions ,LLC
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(1)
We are a local painting company offering: – Exterior Painting – Interior Painting – Staining – Epoxy Garage Flooring – Crown Molding / Wainscoting / Trim – Siding Replacement – Wallpaper Removal – Rotted Wood Replacement – Popcorn Ceiling Removal – Deck & Fence Staining – Pressure Washing – Brush &...Read more about Top Home Solutions ,LLC
We are a local painting company offering: – Exterior Painting – Interior Painting – Staining – Epoxy Garage Flooring – Crown Molding / Wainscoting / Trim – Siding Replacement – Wallpaper Removal – Rotted Wood Replacement – Popcorn Ceiling Removal – Deck & Fence Staining – Pressure Washing – Brush &...Read more about Top Home Solutions ,LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Chandler Custom Carpentry
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(1)
"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 caulked all of the work he performed. He save...Read more about Chandler Custom Carpentry
"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 caulked all of the work he performed. He save...Read more about Chandler Custom Carpentry
Porch Pro Headshot Phillips gutters and home services llc
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(38)
Porch Pro Headshot Spry Lighting & Landscape
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
Spry Lighting & Landscape installs outdoor lighting, softscapes, fences, and hardscapes.
Spry Lighting & Landscape installs outdoor lighting, softscapes, fences, and hardscapes.
Porch Pro Headshot Patriot Remodeling Inc.
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
Installation of top quality replacement windows.We also have a wood rot repair division.If you're interested in building a deck or screen porch we can help.Bathroom remodels are also on our list of projects that we can help you with.
Installation of top quality replacement windows.We also have a wood rot repair division.If you're interested in building a deck or screen porch we can help.Bathroom remodels are also on our list of projects that we can help you with.
Porch Pro Headshot Reynaldo's Paint & Home Improvements
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
Reynaldo's Paint & Home Improvements, We Do It All!! From painting interior walls, ceilings & trim to exterior painting, staining & washes, we are your one stop paint shop. We also specialize in custom tile work & floor refinishing and we can handle plumbing, electrical, room editions, remodels, and...Read more about Reynaldo's Paint & Home Improvements
Reynaldo's Paint & Home Improvements, We Do It All!! From painting interior walls, ceilings & trim to exterior painting, staining & washes, we are your one stop paint shop. We also specialize in custom tile work & floor refinishing and we can handle plumbing, electrical, room editions, remodels, and...Read more about Reynaldo's Paint & Home Improvements
Porch Pro Headshot Windows, Doors & More, Inc.
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
Founded in 1995, Windows Doors & More is a independant window and door replacement company, and is based in Raleigh.
Founded in 1995, Windows Doors & More is a independant window and door replacement company, and is based in Raleigh.
Porch Pro Headshot H&D home Remodeling
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
We are professional working with clients to keep the clients happy thank to looking have blessed day
We are professional working with clients to keep the clients happy thank to looking have blessed day
Porch Pro Headshot Carpentry Rescuer
Carpenters
Serves Durham, 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 NLJ Contract Services
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
If you're searching for a reliable, experienced home remodeling contractor in the Triangle area, look no further than NLJ Contract Services. We have the skills and tools necessary to complete any size of project from simple repairs in one room to more extensive renovations all over your house. As a...Read more about NLJ Contract Services
If you're searching for a reliable, experienced home remodeling contractor in the Triangle area, look no further than NLJ Contract Services. We have the skills and tools necessary to complete any size of project from simple repairs in one room to more extensive renovations all over your house. As a...Read more about NLJ Contract Services

Latest projects near Durham

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Chapel Hill 27514
Dock Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Preferred size of dock
200-400 sq ft
Kind of dock
Permanent
Location of dock
Lake or pond
Location characteristics
I'm not sure
Extent of design prep
Yes, I have sketches and a basic idea of what I want
Durham 27713
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
Service requested
Modify deck
Change surface material
No
Structural modifications
No
Supplemental features
Deck lighting, We want to replace the railing system on our existing deck.
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials
Chapel Hill 27517
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within 48 hours
Existing deck
Yes
Approximate size of deck to build
100-250 sq ft
Decking and railing materials
Pressure-treated pine, 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 sketches and a basic idea of what I want
Morrisville 27560
Carpentry
Service needed
Carpentry
Start Date
Within a week
Chapel Hill 27514
Door Balancing
Service needed
Door Balancing
Start Date
I'm flexible
Chapel Hill 27514
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
Existing deck
No
Approximate size of deck to build
500-1000 sq ft
Decking and railing materials
I'm not sure
Deck features
Stairs, heavy load roof deck
Other deck features
Built-in benches, planters or storage
Extent of design or prep work
No