Top 3 Carpenters in Knoxville, TN

Porch Pro Headshot Smith Handyman Service
"Completely satisfied with the work I had done by Smith Handyman Service! Their technician showed up at time I requested. He was very knowledgeable and was able to do more than I thought possible in the half day he was here. Well worth what I paid. Will definitely keep their number nearby!"
1107 Lovell Rd, Knoxville, TN
865-966-7648
Porch Pro Headshot Knox Home Remodeling
We want you to consider Knox Home Remodeling the remodeler you can trust in the Knoxville area. We will treat your family and home with respect. The design process is a collaborative effort. While we have the technical background and skill to guide the creative process, the most important voice is y...Read more about Knox Home Remodeling
2724 Palace Green Rd, Knoxville, TN
865-585-7089
Porch Pro Headshot EvrDry Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist
"I am truly impressed with the quality of service I received when having CrawlJacks & Encapsulation installed in my home by EvrDry. I had several broken floor joists in my home that made my floors so slanted that I had to shim up one side of my bed frame legs to stop from rolling onto the floor in t...Read more about EvrDry Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist
2021 N Sizer Ave, Jefferson City, TN
865-375-0204

More Carpenters in Knoxville, TN

Porch Pro Headshot JLC Home Improvement
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
(2)
Cofield Handyman started in 2005 in Tampa FL we enjoyed a long relationship with homeowners there until moving to fort Payne Alabama August 27, 2021. And we look forward to form working relationships with industry professionals as well as home and business owners in and around DeKalb county.
Cofield Handyman started in 2005 in Tampa FL we enjoyed a long relationship with homeowners there until moving to fort Payne Alabama August 27, 2021. And we look forward to form working relationships with industry professionals as well as home and business owners in and around DeKalb county.
Porch Pro Headshot BYG Home Improvement
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
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Do you like having fresh air running through your home? Then functioning windows are a must. Call BYG Home Improvement in Stearns today and book a window repair service.
Do you like having fresh air running through your home? Then functioning windows are a must. Call BYG Home Improvement in Stearns today and book a window repair service.
Porch Pro Headshot Kingdom Carpenters
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
(6)
Kingdom Carpenters is a family owed construction company servicing the Knoxville area with over 20 years of carpentry experience. Licensed & Insured. Kingdom Carpenters would love to be considered for your next prodject! Find us on Facebook @thekingdomcarpenters
Kingdom Carpenters is a family owed construction company servicing the Knoxville area with over 20 years of carpentry experience. Licensed & Insured. Kingdom Carpenters would love to be considered for your next prodject! Find us on Facebook @thekingdomcarpenters
Porch Pro Headshot C.F. Master Craft Construction LLC
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
C.F. Master Craft Construction specializes in CUSTOM Kitchen and Bath remodeling What makes us different? We are not "installers" we can build/fabricate and engineer your projects to give you a product that will not only be beautiful, but will hold up over time. We are licensed, insured and bonded...Read more about C.F. Master Craft Construction LLC
C.F. Master Craft Construction specializes in CUSTOM Kitchen and Bath remodeling What makes us different? We are not "installers" we can build/fabricate and engineer your projects to give you a product that will not only be beautiful, but will hold up over time. We are licensed, insured and bonded...Read more about C.F. Master Craft Construction LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Veterans Contracting Solutions Group LLC
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
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Enhance your home's interior with a pristine carpet installation from Veterans Contracting Solutions Group LLC in Corbin, KY.
Enhance your home's interior with a pristine carpet installation from Veterans Contracting Solutions Group LLC in Corbin, KY.
Porch Pro Headshot John Crump Craftsman
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
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Master carpenter, I have built and remodeled around 60 homes in the Knoxville and Oak Ridge areas. We can Handle any trade that is needed to accomplish your needs. I have built and installed custom cabinetry, furniture and millwork for my customers and will work with you on manufactured cabinetry. ...Read more about John Crump Craftsman
Master carpenter, I have built and remodeled around 60 homes in the Knoxville and Oak Ridge areas. We can Handle any trade that is needed to accomplish your needs. I have built and installed custom cabinetry, furniture and millwork for my customers and will work with you on manufactured cabinetry. ...Read more about John Crump Craftsman
Porch Pro Headshot Jarco Builders Inc.
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
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At Jarco Builders Inc. we combine 3 generations of general contracting into a company that intertwines craftsmanship and modern design to meet the ever increasing need for good quality construction.
At Jarco Builders Inc. we combine 3 generations of general contracting into a company that intertwines craftsmanship and modern design to meet the ever increasing need for good quality construction.

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 Knoxville Carpenters

319949

SCAM - Clearwater FL 10/12/2020 signed proposal to install 17 Windows. Tommy took check for 50% down - $625.00 and cashed it on the way home at Ascot store. More than one month and many-promises-and-excuses-later he's NOT refunded my money, and is igno...

- Mark Glomstead
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We used Alex to do our kitchen remodel. He did a great job! First, he was the only contractor to even bother to answer the phone, so that was encouraging. He communicated very well throughout the entire process. He would let us know when he was coming...

- Jonathan Holland
10154

John has replaced our rickety dry-rotted deck with a new composite decking with lattice framing. He was faced with major work to level the deck and take a step out. He also worked on the front porch canopy over the deck where we had dry rot so bad he ha...

- Elise Purlee
63312

I needed a handrail put on the stairs leading to my basement. John was here on a Tuesday. Wednesday we got the final bits of info from the bank on what was needed, and by the end of Thursday the rail was installed. It's sturdy, it looks good, you can tell...

- Brian Ellis
50487

John is excellent carpenter and did excellent job. Very knowledgable. I will hire again for next carpentry project

- D Freeman
46679

This contractor was very detailed. Preformed quality work. Made beneficial suggestions. Would use this contractor again in the future.

- Lisa Beckham
455390

Excellent job repairing my gutters. Prompt, professional, and competent. Would use them again. Thanks!

- Jane Mayo
176220

We use them to complete a bonus room conversion for us. I was surprised the project went as quickly as it did. They did exactly what they said they would. We were very pleased with the outcome.

- Michael Gaines
175422

I had a laundry list of repairs around the house, replace a faucet, fix a door, drywall patch and paint, etc. They came out for a day and took care of everything! The tech was professional and in uniform, and they got me on the schedule quickly. I’m very ...

- Taryn Keely
175287

Completed the job on time and within budget. Their guys are very knowledgeable and focused on quality.

- Bruce Long
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So for $349.50 they just left because we stopped their work due to exorbitant fees. For that amount, our gutters were PARTIALLY cleaned...not the full front gutter and two small porch gutters We had previously obtained an estimate that included realigni...

- Linda Dunn
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Brian has done a lot for me and my mom. He just finished a big project. He built a beautiful deck for me. Brian and his workers are great and hard working. I call B Y G Home improvement for all my home needs.

- Wendy Reed Morgenstern

Everything You Need to Know About Knoxville Carpenters

Can I browse unscreened Carpenters in Knoxville?

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

  • Davis Brothers Labor Svc:
    • Services Offered: Carpenters
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • REX Construction:
    • Services Offered: Carpenters
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • MY MASTER'S CRAFT:
    • Services Offered: Carpenters
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

My Carpentry Services project in Knoxville is really small. How much should I expect to spend?

The lowest price we could find for carpentry services work in Knoxville is about $0.00. You should expect to pay at least this much depending on the scope of your project.

Carpenter work at this level can sometimes involve several steps or phases. Cost for every project will differ depending on the quality of Carpenter you hire, the type of materials required and the timeframe that you want to finish within.

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

Whether you’re carpenter job is in Knoxville 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.

All Carpenters in Knoxville, TN

Porch Pro Headshot Norris Lake Home Services
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
It’s all about the customer and their satisfaction. I offer professional quality services in a timely and courteous fashion.
It’s all about the customer and their satisfaction. I offer professional quality services in a timely and courteous fashion.
Porch Pro Headshot Travis Jennings Constructionn
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
We offer everything but electrical and hvac but we do have people who are licensed to do that job also
We offer everything but electrical and hvac but we do have people who are licensed to do that job also
Porch Pro Headshot Alpha Landscaping
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
Never worry about having to lift a finger during a hot summer afternoon again with the professional landscaping services at Alpha Landscaping in Vicco.
Never worry about having to lift a finger during a hot summer afternoon again with the professional landscaping services at Alpha Landscaping in Vicco.
Porch Pro Headshot Stewart Construction
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
Porch Pro Headshot Higher Power Carpentry LLC
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
Porch Pro Headshot Smith's Flooring
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
Porch Pro Headshot PAM Affordable Construction
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
Enjoy good quality carpet for years to come from the professionals at PAM Affordable Construction in Burnside, KY.
Enjoy good quality carpet for years to come from the professionals at PAM Affordable Construction in Burnside, KY.
Porch Pro Headshot Caldwell Construction & Remodeling
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
Maintain functioning windows all year long with expert repair services from Caldwell Construction & Remodeling in Artemus, KY.
Maintain functioning windows all year long with expert repair services from Caldwell Construction & Remodeling in Artemus, KY.
Porch Pro Headshot Hamby's Home Services
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
Hamby's Home Services is a handyman company in Knoxville, TN. They provide handyman services, carpentry, plumbing and electrical repairs, installation, and more.
Hamby's Home Services is a handyman company in Knoxville, TN. They provide handyman services, carpentry, plumbing and electrical repairs, installation, and more.
Porch Pro Headshot Dixon flooring and more
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
Flooring drywall painting and more I promise to make my client first and always give decent prices
Flooring drywall painting and more I promise to make my client first and always give decent prices
Porch Pro Headshot DC remodeling and construction
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee
Porch Pro Headshot G.C.C. Gomillion Custom Construction
Carpenters
Serves Knoxville, Tennessee

Latest projects near Knoxville

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Powell 37849
Carpentry
Service needed
Carpentry
Start Date
I'm flexible
Knoxville 37923
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a year
Existing deck
No
Approximate size of deck to build
I'm not sure
Decking and railing materials
I'm not sure
Deck features
Stairs, Raised deck; main access on 2nd floor, stairs leading to ground
Other deck features
No, thanks, just the deck
Extent of design or prep work
No
Knoxville 37931
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a year
Service requested
Modify deck
Change surface material
No
Structural modifications
I haven't decided
Supplemental features
Roofing
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials
Knoxville 37920
Carpentry
Service needed
Carpentry
Start Date
Within a week
Knoxville 37923
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
Service requested
Modify deck
Change surface material
Yes
Existing surface material
Wood
Desired surface material
Composite
Structural modifications
No
Supplemental features
nothing
Materials provided
Yes, I just need construction