Top 9 Carpenters in Lock Haven, PA

Porch Pro Headshot RCDM Contracting
Carpenters
Serves Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
(5)
RCDM Contracting has been serving the Williamsport and Surrounding areas since 2010. With over 25 years experience in the home remodeling field, our professionals pride themselves on completing our customers jobs on time and within budget. Choose RCDM Contracting for your next project!
RCDM Contracting has been serving the Williamsport and Surrounding areas since 2010. With over 25 years experience in the home remodeling field, our professionals pride themselves on completing our customers jobs on time and within budget. Choose RCDM Contracting for your next project!
Porch Pro Headshot Triple D Truss LLC
Carpenters
Serves Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
(17)
Truss Manufacturer Servicing Eastern Half of USA Triple D Truss provides quality construction services within the US, for contractors, builders and experts specializing in pole barns. With over 10 years of experience as a truss manufacturer, dimensional lumber, metal roofing and siding distributor,...Read more about Triple D Truss LLC
Truss Manufacturer Servicing Eastern Half of USA Triple D Truss provides quality construction services within the US, for contractors, builders and experts specializing in pole barns. With over 10 years of experience as a truss manufacturer, dimensional lumber, metal roofing and siding distributor,...Read more about Triple D Truss LLC
Porch Pro Headshot DrHeatonJr Inc
Carpenters
Serves Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
(6)
"I have worked with Dave for years. Recently, I had an emergency where horsehair ceilings were coming down in one of my apartments. They needed addressed quickly. Dave rearranged his week to come and assist with his crew. Dave is flexible, honest and hard working. I am glad to recommend Dave He...Read more about DrHeatonJr Inc
"I have worked with Dave for years. Recently, I had an emergency where horsehair ceilings were coming down in one of my apartments. They needed addressed quickly. Dave rearranged his week to come and assist with his crew. Dave is flexible, honest and hard working. I am glad to recommend Dave He...Read more about DrHeatonJr Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Schnarrs Painting & Construction
Carpenters
Serves Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
(8)
When you need help painting your home or office, turn to the 5-star-rated experts at Schnarrs Painting & Construction in Halfway, MD.
When you need help painting your home or office, turn to the 5-star-rated experts at Schnarrs Painting & Construction in Halfway, MD.
Porch Pro Headshot Consultant Better Basements & beyond
Carpenters
Serves Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
(1)
All types of basement waterproofing inside and out. Decks, patios and walkways
All types of basement waterproofing inside and out. Decks, patios and walkways
Porch Pro Headshot B&G Contracting LLC
Carpenters
Serves Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
Our company specializes in metal roof installation. We also offer various other services including; tree trimming, deck construction, and so on. Basically anything that has to do with construction.
Our company specializes in metal roof installation. We also offer various other services including; tree trimming, deck construction, and so on. Basically anything that has to do with construction.
Porch Pro Headshot RestoreBuild LLC
Carpenters
Serves Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
Add warmth and character to any room with professional carpet installation from RestoreBuild LLC in Barton, MD.
Add warmth and character to any room with professional carpet installation from RestoreBuild LLC in Barton, MD.
Porch Pro Headshot Davis Residential Finishing
Carpenters
Serves Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
Residential finishing services.
Residential finishing services.
Porch Pro Headshot Elm Street Carpentry
Carpenters
Serves Lock Haven, Pennsylvania

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 Lock Haven Carpenters

77560

DrHeatonJr HomeImprovement Co. enclosed my front porch Looks nice it has kept the snow and wind from hitting our front door and you dont have to sweep snow off, but whats real nice he made it to take down in summer back up in winter. Reasonable priced

- Glenda Heaton
77563

Had my bathroom totally remodeled. The work was done on time and with professional quality work. Would recommend this contractor to anyone

- Timothy Brazell Sr.
77561

I had DrHeatonJr Inc build me a porch on my double wide. I love my porch and have gotten alot of compliments on it. Quality work! Highly recommend them!

- Teresa Zimmerman
77572

Dave has done a lot of work for me. It was all done promptly to high standards and at a reasonable price.

- Clifford Waltz
77574

Dave is my brother and he has done a number of projects for me. A front porch, 2 bay garage and turned a bedroom into a laundry room giving me real wood flooring. All his work is done to high standards and I recommend him to everyone.

- Amy Heaton- Waltz
219917

RCDM Contracting provided an estimate to place a window in our basement. We accepted the offer and paid 1/2 of the project cost as a deposit in mid July 2019. RCDM suggested one date to place the window which was not a day we could have the work done. ...

- Kelly Reid
80407

I contracted with them to do multiple projects, including plaster repair of ceiling, installing bi-fold doors, minor electrical work, among other things. They completed it within the day, were professional and cleaned up well after they were done. I wou...

- Janice Howard
72691

Pat and Heather painted our Living Room and Kitchen areas. They also removed the wallpaper in the Living Room before Preparing the walls for painting. They also put Crown Molding around the Living Room and Entry Hall. They were extremely conscientious ...

- Bob Moser
148834

Pat and Heather are AMAZING! There’s nothing they can’t do, and they are wonderful to work with! Highly skilled and very fair. They have been lifesavers and we don’t know what we would do without them!

- Jenni Kahler
72705

Pat Schnarr and his team have always made time to do all of the painting on our apartments. It is very difficult to know the extent of the work that we need done until the apartments are empty. Pat always makes sure that the job is done in time for the ...

- Pamela Trout
72615

Schnarrs painting has performed work for me for over 10 years now. From basic painting to basement remodel to plumbing, electrical and a little of everything. The work is spot on and always completed on time and no rework. His pricing is excellent and ...

- Cory Fries
74185

Schnarrs Painting redid two 35 year old harvest gold fiberglass tub enclosures for me. The tubs were in good shape, but the color needed to be updated. The final product is outstanding. The tubs are white and have an even, smooth surface. The painting c...

- Susan Younkin

Latest projects near Lock Haven

Recent projects booked on Porch
Lock Haven 17745
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Existing deck
Yes
Approximate size of deck to build
500-1000 sq ft
Decking and railing materials
Pressure-treated pine
Deck features
jus railing on the side of 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
Lock Haven 17745
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
Service requested
Modify deck
Change surface material
No
Structural modifications
Yes
Existing deck structure
Wood
Structural changes
Add an overhead covering
Supplemental features
Screens
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials