Top 10 Carpenters in Durham, NC

Porch Pro Headshot CQC Home
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(289)
"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 company."
"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 company."
Porch Pro Headshot Premier Painting & Drywall Contractors LLC
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(66)
"Our experience was excellent. The exterior of our home was completed within a week. The painters worked everyday starting early in the morning and even on Saturday. Everyone was very friendly and professional. We are so pleased with the results and we will definitely use Premier Painting again....Read more about Premier Painting & Drywall Contractors LLC
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"Our experience was excellent. The exterior of our home was completed within a week. The painters worked everyday starting early in the morning and even on Saturday. Everyone was very friendly and professional. We are so pleased with the results and we will definitely use Premier Painting again....Read more about Premier Painting & Drywall Contractors LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Triangle Carpentry Inc
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(38)
"The project from start to finish went well. There were a few concerns about engineering but David was able to address those problems . All aspects of the project passed Wake County Building Inspection on the first visit. "
"The project from start to finish went well. There were a few concerns about engineering but David was able to address those problems . All aspects of the project passed Wake County Building Inspection on the first visit. "
Porch Pro Headshot A&N Home Improvements and Repairs
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(40)
"Nick of A&N Home Improvements and Repairs did a really amazing job of putting in a new tile floor in my bathroom! He knew how to repair some structural problems with the existing floor and made a formerly-disgusting bathroom look modern and bright with a symmetrical tile pattern. Nick also provided...Read more about A&N Home Improvements and Repairs
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"Nick of A&N Home Improvements and Repairs did a really amazing job of putting in a new tile floor in my bathroom! He knew how to repair some structural problems with the existing floor and made a formerly-disgusting bathroom look modern and bright with a symmetrical tile pattern. Nick also provided...Read more about A&N Home Improvements and Repairs
Porch Pro Headshot JAM Carolina Exteriors
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(51)
"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 important requirements was the the addition was to ...Read more about JAM Carolina Exteriors
"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 important requirements was the the addition was to ...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 WestPoint Designs LLC.
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(31)
"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 room and kitchen. A new fireplace, two mounted ...Read more about WestPoint Designs LLC.
"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 room and kitchen. A new fireplace, two mounted ...Read more about WestPoint Designs LLC.
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 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 CQ Remodeling
Carpenters
Serves Durham, 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

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

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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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 w...

- Tom H
45867

Over the last few months, Tim has completed several projects for us. He built a new deck and wellhouse; replaced our front doors; installed closet doors and cabinet shelving; enclosed (2) A/C window units; replaced deck handrails and steps; and much more...

- Trudy Thornton
21223

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

- Phyllis Moore
41673

Tim did an EXCELLENT job building our deck! He helped with ideas, was very timely, professional, easy to communicate with, provided special designs, and did an extra small job for us. We couldn't be more pleased! Thank you Tim and thank you to your asso...

- McKenzie Fleming
32923

Prompt service and reasonable price. Great guy to do business with. I'm very pleased.

- Vicki Hoskins
19333

Excellent work! My go-to person for anything I need done; from repairs to new additions. Have used him several times and have plans for more in the future.

- Carrie Stolle
19680

We love our new deck. Its beautiful, was done in a timely manner. No mess was left behind. We have many more projects with their name on them. Thank you Custom Fence, Deck and home repairs you guys rock!!!!!

- April Harrison
24353

It was a wonderful experience working with Tim and Co.to build a one-of-a-kind treehouse for my grandchildren! The quality workmanship and attention to detail were much more than I expected and I love the finished product! I will definitely call Tim again...

- Marcia Jaureguizar
65611

I am a real estate broker and have recommended Premier many times to my clients. They do a great job and my clients have always been pleased with their work!

- Robin Mullis

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 White Builders Inc
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
Residential carpenter for over 30years, quality work is first priority! Been learning since 1979, materials and building codes have changed over the years but not the passion.
Residential carpenter for over 30years, quality work is first priority! Been learning since 1979, materials and building codes have changed over the years but not the passion.
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 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)
"Absolutely perfect job done on my new deck and stairs. He was quick to come out and give an estimate, and quick to set a date to do the work when I was ready. You can tell he puts his all into making it right for the customer. No shortcuts done to get the job done. My deck and stairs will be ar...Read more about Custom Fence, Deck and Home Repairs
"Absolutely perfect job done on my new deck and stairs. He was quick to come out and give an estimate, and quick to set a date to do the work when I was ready. You can tell he puts his all into making it right for the customer. No shortcuts done to get the job done. My deck and stairs will be ar...Read more about Custom Fence, Deck and Home Repairs
Porch Pro Headshot Oak City Contracting & Repair
Carpenters
Serves Durham, 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 Phillips gutters and home services llc
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
(38)
Porch Pro Headshot Vmhomeimprovement
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
Insured LLC company. Quality work done by professionals. Been in business for 30 years and guarantee satisfaction on all work done. Specialize but not limited to: - full kitchen remodel - full bathroom remodel/ custom shower specialist. - decks and screen-in porches - additions - custom built-ins...Read more about Vmhomeimprovement
Insured LLC company. Quality work done by professionals. Been in business for 30 years and guarantee satisfaction on all work done. Specialize but not limited to: - full kitchen remodel - full bathroom remodel/ custom shower specialist. - decks and screen-in porches - additions - custom built-ins...Read more about Vmhomeimprovement
Porch Pro Headshot Arbor Barber, Gutter Busters, Yard Guards
Carpenters
Serves Durham, 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 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 Home Handyman Pro  LLC
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
Handyman Services including general home maintenance and repair in Raleigh and surrounding areas. Certified Aging in Place Specialist (NAHB/AARP). Maintenance and inspections for Rental Property Mgmt Companies. General carpentry, deck and railing repairs, exterior trim and siding repair, mailboxe...Read more about Home Handyman Pro LLC
Handyman Services including general home maintenance and repair in Raleigh and surrounding areas. Certified Aging in Place Specialist (NAHB/AARP). Maintenance and inspections for Rental Property Mgmt Companies. General carpentry, deck and railing repairs, exterior trim and siding repair, mailboxe...Read more about Home Handyman Pro LLC
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 Evans & Sons
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
We strive to give homeowners a quality product at a quality price with excellent workmanship.
We strive to give homeowners a quality product at a quality price with excellent workmanship.
Porch Pro Headshot Woodmont Builders
Carpenters
Serves Durham, North Carolina
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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