Top 10 Carpenters in Elkridge, MD

Porch Pro Headshot Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
You can count on great results when you hire a 4-star company, so call Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel & NE PG about their outdoor lighting services, available in Henderson, MD.
You can count on great results when you hire a 4-star company, so call Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel & NE PG about their outdoor lighting services, available in Henderson, MD.
Porch Pro Headshot Handyman Connection of Rockville
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
(864)
With over 20 years of experience in providing top quality home improvement and repair services, and backed by satisfaction our competitors can't match, isn't it time to give us a call? Whether you have small or large projects for the interior or exterior, we offer the quality you expect and the cu...Read more about Handyman Connection of Rockville
With over 20 years of experience in providing top quality home improvement and repair services, and backed by satisfaction our competitors can't match, isn't it time to give us a call? Whether you have small or large projects for the interior or exterior, we offer the quality you expect and the cu...Read more about Handyman Connection of Rockville
Porch Pro Headshot Wayne's carpentry service
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
(14)
"Our first experience with Wayne's Carpentry was when he closed in our sunroom last summer. I cannot begin to say enough about how great an experience it was for us. Wayne is meticulous, a hard worker, fair, honest and his integrity is not to be questioned. The experience was so good, we have and wi...Read more about Wayne's carpentry service
"Our first experience with Wayne's Carpentry was when he closed in our sunroom last summer. I cannot begin to say enough about how great an experience it was for us. Wayne is meticulous, a hard worker, fair, honest and his integrity is not to be questioned. The experience was so good, we have and wi...Read more about Wayne's carpentry service
Porch Pro Headshot Clarksville Construction Services, Inc.
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
Our founder, Adam August started CCS in 1999 from his Clarksville garage. With the word spreading among homeowners about our quality craftsmanship and versatility in 2013, we moved from Adam’s garage to Red Branch Road in Columbia. In 2018, we moved operations to a larger facility in Annapolis Junc...Read more about Clarksville Construction Services, Inc.
Our founder, Adam August started CCS in 1999 from his Clarksville garage. With the word spreading among homeowners about our quality craftsmanship and versatility in 2013, we moved from Adam’s garage to Red Branch Road in Columbia. In 2018, we moved operations to a larger facility in Annapolis Junc...Read more about Clarksville Construction Services, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot Mauck Construction & Renovations Inc
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
Since 1989, Mauck Construction & Renovations has been one of Howard County's premier home improvement companies. Specializing in Design/Build remodeling of additions, interior renovations, kitchen and bath remodels, outdoor living spaces, and custom basements, Mauck Construction & Renovations combin...Read more about Mauck Construction & Renovations Inc
Since 1989, Mauck Construction & Renovations has been one of Howard County's premier home improvement companies. Specializing in Design/Build remodeling of additions, interior renovations, kitchen and bath remodels, outdoor living spaces, and custom basements, Mauck Construction & Renovations combin...Read more about Mauck Construction & Renovations Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Tanglewood Road LLc
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
(7)
Take care of your window problems in one fell swoop with some help from the experts at Tanglewood Road LLc in Ilchester, MD.
Take care of your window problems in one fell swoop with some help from the experts at Tanglewood Road LLc in Ilchester, MD.
Porch Pro Headshot RW Proctor Contracting
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
RW Proctor Contracting is locally owned and operated. We believe that attention to detail and customer service sets us apart from our competition, and it is what allows us to continue to focus on all of our projects. We work with the property owner to select the highest grade materials possible, and...Read more about RW Proctor Contracting
RW Proctor Contracting is locally owned and operated. We believe that attention to detail and customer service sets us apart from our competition, and it is what allows us to continue to focus on all of our projects. We work with the property owner to select the highest grade materials possible, and...Read more about RW Proctor Contracting
Porch Pro Headshot PRG Home Improvement LLC
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
(36)
Task the professionals at PRG Home Improvement LLC in the West Ocean City, MD area with your upcoming vinyl siding project to guarantee a job well done.
Task the professionals at PRG Home Improvement LLC in the West Ocean City, MD area with your upcoming vinyl siding project to guarantee a job well done.
Porch Pro Headshot Superior Image Contracting LLC
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
We’re a full service design and build company specializing in custom kitchen and baths, club basements, full rehabs, and additions
We’re a full service design and build company specializing in custom kitchen and baths, club basements, full rehabs, and additions
Porch Pro Headshot J.M.H. Contracting LLC “A Square Above The Rest”
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
(1)
By education I am a Registered Nurse. I worked in the CVOR for 11 years at The University Of Maryland Medical Center. After my daughter turned (3), I went back to just (3) 12 hour shifts. Well I was very bored so I started rehabbing decks, and with my personality of being a perfectionist I found ...Read more about J.M.H. Contracting LLC “A Square Above The Rest”
By education I am a Registered Nurse. I worked in the CVOR for 11 years at The University Of Maryland Medical Center. After my daughter turned (3), I went back to just (3) 12 hour shifts. Well I was very bored so I started rehabbing decks, and with my personality of being a perfectionist I found ...Read more about J.M.H. Contracting LLC “A Square Above The Rest”

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 Elkridge Carpenters

252267

Honest, punctual and listens to the customer!

- Jeffrey Honchar
66211

The process was very convenient and the work was performed well by an experienced and polite workman. My only complaint is that I was expecting to be able to get multiple quotes rather than just the one. The rate for the work done were somewhat higher...

- Tom Clune
89155

We hired Super Clean and Maintenance to get our house ready to sell. They were able to do all the work at a high level and for a good price. We eventually decided to use them for multiple projects including: drywall, deck work, plumbing, kitchen counter...

- Ahmed Adelekan
80957

Excellent work quality. Excellent to keep appointment. Excellent responsiveness in communication.

Arrived on time and did the job smoothly

- Ajith Silva
167829

BEWARE OF TANGLEWOOD ROAD, LLC/JOE He charged me for work not completed, then abandoned me. In January 2019, I went to the Home Depot for electrical problems. They referred me to Joe of Tanglewood LLC. On January 25, he said he fixed my bathroom heat...

- Tony Raymond
166483

I complained to Pro Referral. They sent me a check for $200. You have until next Thursday to forward the remaining $75 to me, or I will begin posting my honest reviews of you. In addition I will of course contact the Home Improvement Commission AND OTHER ...

- Tony Raymond
149638

My wife and I are extremely pleased with the two exterior doors, a storm door and an interior door that Wayne installed. His craftsmanship is top notch, he provide helpful advice and he completed the work quickly. I will recommend Wayne to friends.

- Cheryl Jordon
182297

I called Wayne about two carpentry projects in my historic Baltimore row house. He said he could look at them between 4 :00 and 4:30 that evening. He arrived at 6:30; Wayne seemed impressed with the restoration I had done and agreed to do the work. He...

- Clare Palmieri
145045

I have had Wayne complete a few home improvements. He is very good with all kinds of deck building and home improvements. Always professional. Would recommend him for any projects you need done

- Stephanie Baierlein
176451

We are very, very pleased with the new stairs added to our existing deck. The stairs have eight steps to a platform and then a change in direction and eight steps to the deck surface. The construction of the stairs is well coordinated with the style of ...

- Dena Arntzen
143761

I have had Wayne's Carpentry Service work on several jobs in my home. Most recently he installed a new sliding glass door in my home. His work is absolutely professional grade which is exactly what people want when they spend there hard earned money. A jo...

- Sheila White
143747

Wayne's Carpentry is my go to for any and all carpentry work I need done. His work is meticulous and he listens to the details. He's installed a beautiful deck and screened porch at my home. I was recommended to him by a friend with whom did work for as w...

- Angela Seymour

All Carpenters in Elkridge, MD

Porch Pro Headshot Handy Dandy LLC
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
(1)
"Prompt, very fast, courteous, reasonably priced, easy to work with, respectful of your property and project. They delivered what they said they would, when they said they would. I'd use them again. Joe C."
"Prompt, very fast, courteous, reasonably priced, easy to work with, respectful of your property and project. They delivered what they said they would, when they said they would. I'd use them again. Joe C."
Porch Pro Headshot Gus and Son Remodeling
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
(19)
When your walls have suffered damage, you can rely on Gus and Son Remodeling in the Mayo area to repair them properly.
When your walls have suffered damage, you can rely on Gus and Son Remodeling in the Mayo area to repair them properly.
Porch Pro Headshot Super clean & maintenance services
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
(1)
Not sure where the unwanted draft is coming from? Let the window repair professionals at Super clean & maintenance services in the White Oak, MD area take a look at your windows.
Not sure where the unwanted draft is coming from? Let the window repair professionals at Super clean & maintenance services in the White Oak, MD area take a look at your windows.
Porch Pro Headshot The Mae Group Llc
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
The Mae Group is a General Contractor, with federal ,state , and local governments that is now stepping into affordable residential services of all type. You tell us what you need and we will provide the service with one of our many qaulified employees or network
The Mae Group is a General Contractor, with federal ,state , and local governments that is now stepping into affordable residential services of all type. You tell us what you need and we will provide the service with one of our many qaulified employees or network
Porch Pro Headshot Optimum roofing and construction
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
Fast, friendly, and fully functional, our professional Construction Company is well renowned throughout the Montgomery County area. Our team is up for every job, managing projects with the skill and experience our clients have come to expect. We always stand behind our work, with customer satisfacti...Read more about Optimum roofing and construction
Fast, friendly, and fully functional, our professional Construction Company is well renowned throughout the Montgomery County area. Our team is up for every job, managing projects with the skill and experience our clients have come to expect. We always stand behind our work, with customer satisfacti...Read more about Optimum roofing and construction
Porch Pro Headshot SnACarpentry
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
I have over twenty years of experience building homes in DMV. I have constructed many small homes. large homes, decks and porches. I do framing and have done re-modeling.
I have over twenty years of experience building homes in DMV. I have constructed many small homes. large homes, decks and porches. I do framing and have done re-modeling.
Porch Pro Headshot Benchmark Painting & Carpentry Inc
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
Do you need something painted? Look no further, the painters at Benchmark Painting & Carpentry in Monrovia, MD are up to the challenge. Get a hold of them today.
Do you need something painted? Look no further, the painters at Benchmark Painting & Carpentry in Monrovia, MD are up to the challenge. Get a hold of them today.
Porch Pro Headshot AI Handyman plus
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
Say goodbye to the holes in your drywall with repairs by AI Handyman plus in the Bel Air North, MD area.
Say goodbye to the holes in your drywall with repairs by AI Handyman plus in the Bel Air North, MD area.
Porch Pro Headshot Nissi Home Renovations, Inc.
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
Do you need to replace your old carpet? The experts at Nissi Home Renovations in Fairview, MD can help you out!
Do you need to replace your old carpet? The experts at Nissi Home Renovations in Fairview, MD can help you out!
Porch Pro Headshot Chestnut Pines Contracting
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
(5)
Porch Pro Headshot Handy Quality Improvements
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland
Porch Pro Headshot Danli Drywall Systems LLC
Carpenters
Serves Elkridge, Maryland

Latest projects near Elkridge

Recent projects booked on Porch
Elkridge 21075
Carpentry
Service needed
Carpentry
Start Date
Within a month
Elkridge 21075
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a week
Service requested
Build new deck
Plans, drawings, or blueprints
No, but I know what I want.
Deck size (SQFT)
100 to 250 square feet
Surface and railing material
Wood
Deck structure material
Wood
Structural features
Something else
Supplemental additions
Something else
Material provided
Yes, I just need construction
Hanover 21076
Carpentry
Service needed
Carpentry
Start Date
I'm flexible