Top 10 Carpenters in Durham, NC

Porch Pro Headshot Premier Painting & Drywall LLC
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(66)
Whether your project is large or small, our team of experts can provide the resources and solutions you need to "get the job done right". Our track record for consistency, timely service, and subject matter expertise make insurmountable tasks possible to overcome. Our multifaceted company is here to...Read more about Premier Painting & Drywall LLC
Whether your project is large or small, our team of experts can provide the resources and solutions you need to "get the job done right". Our track record for consistency, timely service, and subject matter expertise make insurmountable tasks possible to overcome. Our multifaceted company is here to...Read more about Premier Painting & Drywall LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Triangle Carpentry Inc
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(38)
Triangle Carpentry is a small, customer service orientated, design build company, dedicated to providing Wake County and surrounding areas with the best in both product and customer servic...Read more about Triangle Carpentry Inc
Triangle Carpentry is a small, customer service orientated, design build company, dedicated to providing Wake County and surrounding areas with the best in both product and customer servic...Read more about Triangle Carpentry Inc
Porch Pro Headshot A&N Home Improvements and Repairs
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(40)
"I first hired Nick to completely re-paint the interior of my new home. He did an incredible job in a timely manner! His attention to detail was phenomenal and pointed out many previous mistakes that were made by previous painters and fixed them all. His knowledge and professionalism is the reason I...Read more about A&N Home Improvements and Repairs
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"I first hired Nick to completely re-paint the interior of my new home. He did an incredible job in a timely manner! His attention to detail was phenomenal and pointed out many previous mistakes that were made by previous painters and fixed them all. His knowledge and professionalism is the reason I...Read more about A&N Home Improvements and Repairs
Porch Pro Headshot WestPoint Designs LLC.
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(31)
"Westpoint Designs did an awesome job on the home repair I needed. He was on time, completed on time, worked with me with my budget. If problems was encountered, after fully explaining what needed to be done, and getting approval and discussing price he did the work. I would use him again and reco...Read more about WestPoint Designs LLC.
"Westpoint Designs did an awesome job on the home repair I needed. He was on time, completed on time, worked with me with my budget. If problems was encountered, after fully explaining what needed to be done, and getting approval and discussing price he did the work. I would use him again and reco...Read more about WestPoint Designs LLC.
Porch Pro Headshot Adam's Building and Home Repair
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(24)
"Adam said he'd be here at 2:00 pm and showed up 10 minutes early. Not like other business people that give you a two hour window. He came in looked at the area for the attic stairs, thought it was a replacement, saw it was a new install, and didn't care, he went straight to work. He installed it qu...Read more about Adam's Building and Home Repair
"Adam said he'd be here at 2:00 pm and showed up 10 minutes early. Not like other business people that give you a two hour window. He came in looked at the area for the attic stairs, thought it was a replacement, saw it was a new install, and didn't care, he went straight to work. He installed it qu...Read more about Adam's Building and Home Repair
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 John Bancroft Carpentry & Painting
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(12)
"John renovated our bathroom. Now it's the best looking room in the house. Too bad it only has one seat. We've used him for rental property improvements and repairs. His work ALWAYS adds value. I would recommend him to anyone, without reservation."
"John renovated our bathroom. Now it's the best looking room in the house. Too bad it only has one seat. We've used him for rental property improvements and repairs. His work ALWAYS adds value. I would recommend him to anyone, without reservation."
Porch Pro Headshot Divine Designs, Inc
Carpenters
Serves Durham, 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 Craftsman Direct Handyman Home Improvements LLC
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(43)
Offering Free Estimates from locally owned Contractor specializing in Handyman/Painting/Remodeling/Roofing/Carpentry/Porch/Deck - clean, seal, repair, design, build.
Offering Free Estimates from locally owned Contractor specializing in Handyman/Painting/Remodeling/Roofing/Carpentry/Porch/Deck - clean, seal, repair, design, build.
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.

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

91121

Did an awesome job remodeling my kitchen and bathroom!! Looks great and price was also a delight.

- Wes Glade
91089

Mike was great tip work with on my kitchen remodeling project. He took his time, listened to what I envisioned for my kitchen and came up with wonderful ideas. My kitchen looks amazing and most of all he worked with my budget. I'm definitely recommending...

- Michlelle Anglade
91645

As we ascended the stairs in our home after coming back from our honeymoon, my wife and I were greeted with a living room makeover. It felt like we were on a TV show because of how overwhelmingly surprised we were. We received cornices in our living roo...

- Evroy Marrett
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 .
69311

Very prompt & took care of everything I needed. Will certainly use again.

- Stewart Orgain
155615
78989

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
78980

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
44300

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
403204

Please do not use Top Home Solution. Javier and his crew came to our home to paint rooms. Although they did a decent job on painting our walls, they spilled a large amount of paint on our bedroom carpet and paint spots in other rooms on carpet areas aroun...

- Deltra Tate

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 Bull City Painting & Roofing
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
Porch Pro Headshot Ugalde renovations 919)418-6434
Carpenters
Serves Durham, 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
Porch Pro Headshot Stronghold Home Maintenance
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(2)
"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 complete and cleaned up and removed debris. His ...Read more about Stronghold Home Maintenance
"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 complete and cleaned up and removed debris. His ...Read more about Stronghold Home Maintenance
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 Custom Fence, Deck and Home Repairs
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(9)
"I LOVE MY DECK. Custom Fence did a wonderful job. I love the detail work that was done to make my deck one of a kind. They were very professional, and on time everyday. I will definitely contact them for other projects when needed. Phyllis Moore"
"I LOVE MY DECK. Custom Fence did a wonderful job. I love the detail work that was done to make my deck one of a kind. They were very professional, and on time everyday. I will definitely contact them for other projects when needed. Phyllis Moore"
Porch Pro Headshot Handy Strike
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
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 Hinton Residential services
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
provide quality work at a fair price ,establish a reputation of excellence
provide quality work at a fair price ,establish a reputation of excellence
Porch Pro Headshot Andrews molding and more
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
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

Recent projects booked on Porch
Raleigh 27617
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Existing deck
Yes
Approximate size of deck to build
250-500 sq ft
Decking and railing materials
Pressure-treated pine
Deck features
Stairs
Other deck features
No, thanks, just the deck
Extent of design or prep work
No
Durham 27703
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a year
Service requested
Build new deck
Plans, drawings, or blueprints
No, but I know what I want.
Deck size (SQFT)
250 to 500 square feet
Surface and railing material
Wood
Deck structure material
Concrete or masonry
Structural features
Structural support for hot tub, Custom stairs
Supplemental additions
Something else
Material provided
No, pro must provide the materials
Apex 27523
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
Service requested
Modify deck
Change surface material
No
Structural modifications
I haven't decided
Supplemental features
not decided
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials
Durham 27703
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
Service requested
Build new deck
Plans, drawings, or blueprints
No, but I know what I want.
Deck size (SQFT)
I haven't decided
Surface and railing material
Looking for advice
Deck structure material
Looking for advice
Structural features
Roof, awnings, other overhead covering
Supplemental additions
Something else
Material provided
No, pro must provide the materials