Top 10 Carpenters in Foley, AL

Porch Pro Headshot Mermaid Engineering Handyman Services LLC
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
(16)
We handle small jobs . Be On The Honey Done! List. DOD , NAS Sigsbee, Key West maintenance contractor. Mermaid Engineering's goal is to build lasting relationships and help home owners and businesses with All their handyman needs! We are employee owned for Quality service in 7 States, Hawaii, C...Read more about Mermaid Engineering Handyman Services LLC
We handle small jobs . Be On The Honey Done! List. DOD , NAS Sigsbee, Key West maintenance contractor. Mermaid Engineering's goal is to build lasting relationships and help home owners and businesses with All their handyman needs! We are employee owned for Quality service in 7 States, Hawaii, C...Read more about Mermaid Engineering Handyman Services LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Thompson Carpentry and Maintenance
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
(3)
T.C.M. - Thompson Carpentry & Maintenance provides specialized and skilled services for many of your household needs. We often do custom work ranging from remodels to decks, closets and other small projects. Customer service and quality of work is our number one priority. We are licensed and insure...Read more about Thompson Carpentry and Maintenance
T.C.M. - Thompson Carpentry & Maintenance provides specialized and skilled services for many of your household needs. We often do custom work ranging from remodels to decks, closets and other small projects. Customer service and quality of work is our number one priority. We are licensed and insure...Read more about Thompson Carpentry and Maintenance
Porch Pro Headshot Ross Pro Services
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
(5)
Ross Pro Services in Daphne, Alabama are up for any challenge you throw at them. Get a hold of the painters today in order to get your walls painted.
Ross Pro Services in Daphne, Alabama are up for any challenge you throw at them. Get a hold of the painters today in order to get your walls painted.
Porch Pro Headshot Jason’s roofing remodel &siding
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
(4)
"Jason jumped on the project and stayed on it to complete the entire job in a timely manner. He does quality work at a fair price. Even when a particular siding was not available to replace several sections Jason came up with an alternative that looked good and saved us the additional expense from...Read more about Jason’s roofing remodel &siding
"Jason jumped on the project and stayed on it to complete the entire job in a timely manner. He does quality work at a fair price. Even when a particular siding was not available to replace several sections Jason came up with an alternative that looked good and saved us the additional expense from...Read more about Jason’s roofing remodel &siding
Porch Pro Headshot Chesteen Construction LLC
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
Free estimates. We offer professional and quality service's. 18 years of experience in Carpentry, Home Repair, Remodeling, Handy Man work, Decks, New Structures. Such as Arbors, Decks, Handicap Ramps, Fencing,and Pressure Washing. We offer a full package from start to finish.
Free estimates. We offer professional and quality service's. 18 years of experience in Carpentry, Home Repair, Remodeling, Handy Man work, Decks, New Structures. Such as Arbors, Decks, Handicap Ramps, Fencing,and Pressure Washing. We offer a full package from start to finish.
Porch Pro Headshot T N T renavations
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
Over 20 years experience in All Phases of remodeling and Renovations from ceramic flooring hardwood to sheetrock hang and finish trim paint much much more when does the doors lots of references lots of pictures
Over 20 years experience in All Phases of remodeling and Renovations from ceramic flooring hardwood to sheetrock hang and finish trim paint much much more when does the doors lots of references lots of pictures
Porch Pro Headshot Home tech
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
Home tech offers fast, professional home services..that you can afford....call today for a free estimate....
Home tech offers fast, professional home services..that you can afford....call today for a free estimate....
Porch Pro Headshot Davis Family Creations/Big Daddy Woodworks
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
Our areas of expertise are in custom furniture, woodworking, carpentry and building of all kinds including repair. We only use solid woods. No composite materials
Our areas of expertise are in custom furniture, woodworking, carpentry and building of all kinds including repair. We only use solid woods. No composite materials
Porch Pro Headshot GulfStream Construction
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
You expect the best, and we deliver. We construct beautiful walk in thile showers, backsplashes and tub sirroumds as well as all flooring.
You expect the best, and we deliver. We construct beautiful walk in thile showers, backsplashes and tub sirroumds as well as all flooring.
Porch Pro Headshot Sustainable South LLC
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
Implementing green building processes in all projects. New construction and renovations. Since 2012
Implementing green building processes in all projects. New construction and renovations. Since 2012

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 Foley Carpenters

72403

Josh and Joe did a fantastic job renovating the porch at my office. They did the work at a fraction of the cost compared to other estimates Dr Ken Smith DC

- Ken Smith
441320

We could not be more satisfied. Barry was very competitive with his quote and that was our final cost. He was very punctual and completed the job as quoted. The deck is expertly built they even took addition steps to add quality that was not expected. ...

- Rosa Thatcher
241152

The project turned out to be more difficult than expected. They dealt with most of it and then walked away. The job is still incomplete and they are not responding to any correspondence in anyway to get it done. They have made promises to be here for seve...

- Lynn Shore
450371

Within 3 hours of requesting help on porch.com, Barry was at my house. I had a brand new water heater from Lowe’s that was leaking! Barry disconnected it, loaded it in his vehicle and drove it to Lowe’s where we swapped it out for a new one. He then insta...

- Monica Smith
225811

Jason and his team did an amazing job! Professional, on time, and on budget. He communicated very well throughout the project. In fact they completed our project early! We couldn't be happier. We highly recommend Jason!

- Anne Will
162209

Great people and great job.

- Gena Ward
157200

Jason was hired by my elderly parents to redo their hardwood floors. He was found through this www.porch.com website. The job looks AWFUL and he actually RAN away from my father when he approached him about coming back out and making this right. They paid...

- Hannah Horne
76176

Everything about this business/company is FAKE. No insurance, has no license & doesn't know what their doing. Company address is fake. Douglas Dotson is a conman. Beware. Even the good reviews are fake.. He changes his company name so beware of Douglas Do...

- Cles Manga
64589

Hired to rebuild balcony, redo 2 decks, build new deck, install metal roof, repair retaining wall. Gave 12,000 upfront for materials. They came and demolished nearly everything and started the balcony and one redo deck taking 2 weeks. The entire job was s...

- Jo Jo Tackett
172698

This company is now going as The House Doctor's. Douglas Dotson has no license, no bond, no DL to get there. Watch out I called the city and county he DOESN'T HAVE A BUSINESS!!! THE STATE OF ALABAMA IS UNDER TIFFANY DOTSON I think it's his sister or girlf...

- Chuck England

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Porch Pro Headshot Punisher Contracting
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
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Porch Pro Headshot MCCLAIN INSTALLATIONS
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
If your drywall needs to be fixed, contact MCCLAIN INSTALLATIONS in Dexter. Their quality repair services can make it look like new again.
If your drywall needs to be fixed, contact MCCLAIN INSTALLATIONS in Dexter. Their quality repair services can make it look like new again.
Porch Pro Headshot Elite custom Renovation
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
Porch Pro Headshot On Demand CSR
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
Porch Pro Headshot Custom Gem Construction
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
Best work for the best price
Best work for the best price
Porch Pro Headshot wxp & associates inc. d.b.a. FD&H Construction
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
I strive to provide customers with the best service to meet their needs from changing a light bulb to building their house. I am proficient in many areas & enjoy my work especially when home owners want something different in carpentry and I get to use my artistic creativity. I am Friendly, Dependa...Read more about wxp & associates inc. d.b.a. FD&H Construction
I strive to provide customers with the best service to meet their needs from changing a light bulb to building their house. I am proficient in many areas & enjoy my work especially when home owners want something different in carpentry and I get to use my artistic creativity. I am Friendly, Dependa...Read more about wxp & associates inc. d.b.a. FD&H Construction
Porch Pro Headshot Mosaic Homes
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
We have extensive ground up experience in the Industrial, Commercial & Residential Construction industries. Mosaic was started due to a demand for custom projects with high standards of craftsmanship and keeping the clients vision and involvement of the design phase at the forefront will ...Read more about Mosaic Homes
We have extensive ground up experience in the Industrial, Commercial & Residential Construction industries. Mosaic was started due to a demand for custom projects with high standards of craftsmanship and keeping the clients vision and involvement of the design phase at the forefront will ...Read more about Mosaic Homes
Porch Pro Headshot Sullivan Construction
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
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Update a broken or old window with the experts at Southern Country Construction in Killian, LA.
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Update a broken or old window with the experts at Southern Country Construction in Killian, LA.
Porch Pro Headshot Elite Custom Renovations
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama
Porch Pro Headshot custom southern construction
Carpenters
Serves Foley, Alabama

Latest projects near Foley

Recent projects booked on Porch
Foley 36535
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Service requested
Build new deck
Plans, drawings, or blueprints
No, I want to discuss it with a professional
Deck size (SQFT)
I haven't decided
Surface and railing material
Looking for advice
Deck structure material
Looking for advice
Structural features
Something else
Supplemental additions
Deck lighting, Built-in benches, planters, or storage
Material provided
No, pro must provide the materials
Gulf Shores 36542
Finish Carpentry
Start Date
Within 48 hours
Service type
Repair cabinets
Cabinet issues
Hinges, Drawers
Number of cabinets needing repair
11 or more
Cabinet material
Painted wood
Cabinet location
Kitchen
Foley 36535
Shed Construction
Service needed
Shed Construction
Start Date
Within a year
Summerdale 36580
Carpentry
Service needed
Carpentry
Start Date
Within a week
Gulf Shores 36542
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a year
Service requested
Replace deck
Deck removed
No, pro should remove existing deck
Plans, drawings, blueprints
No, but I know what I want
Deck size (SQFT)
Larger than 1000 square feet
Surface and railing material
Composite
Structure material
I'd like a professional recommendation
Structural features
Multiple levels
Supplemental features
Something else
Materials included
No, pro must provide materials
Gulf Shores 36542
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
Build a deck, shed, dock or other outdoor structure
Outdoor structure type
Deck, patio or porch
Construction type
Deck
Existing deck
No
Approximate size of deck to build
Under 100 sq ft
Decking and railing materials
Pressure-treated pine
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