Top 10 Carpenters in Wakefield, MA

Porch Pro Headshot E B Window and Siding Co
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
(121)
We are a family owned and operated business established in 1981. We pride ourselves on providing top quality at a reasonable price. We feature Alside products as well as other major manufactures such as Harvey Industries, ProVia, Masonite, etc. This allows us to make recommendations based on your ne...Read more about E B Window and Siding Co
We are a family owned and operated business established in 1981. We pride ourselves on providing top quality at a reasonable price. We feature Alside products as well as other major manufactures such as Harvey Industries, ProVia, Masonite, etc. This allows us to make recommendations based on your ne...Read more about E B Window and Siding Co
Porch Pro Headshot RJT Carpentry and Tile Inc.
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
(40)
I was out of luck finding good contractors in the past and always seemed to feel like I wasn't getting the bang for my buck I was hoping for. Then I was introduced to RJT Tile and Carpentry. It all changed from there. 3/7/14
I was out of luck finding good contractors in the past and always seemed to feel like I wasn't getting the bang for my buck I was hoping for. Then I was introduced to RJT Tile and Carpentry. It all changed from there. 3/7/14
Porch Pro Headshot FITZGERALD DESIGN BUILD
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
(11)
"I highly recommend Russ Fitzgerald and Fitzgerald Design Build. Russ is a wonderful person to work with — personable and easy to reach, professional, reliable, available, and skilled. Russ has great design ideas, and he works with a fine architect. He was able to work with our very limited budget t...Read more about FITZGERALD DESIGN BUILD
"I highly recommend Russ Fitzgerald and Fitzgerald Design Build. Russ is a wonderful person to work with — personable and easy to reach, professional, reliable, available, and skilled. Russ has great design ideas, and he works with a fine architect. He was able to work with our very limited budget t...Read more about FITZGERALD DESIGN BUILD
Porch Pro Headshot Paul's Carpentry Workshop
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
(8)
We are a full-service contractor providing quality service to residential and commercial clients in Massachusetts. From remodeling to new construction, from a living room in a historical property to a high-tech office, our licensed contractors are dedicated to working with you to implement a solutio...Read more about Paul's Carpentry Workshop
We are a full-service contractor providing quality service to residential and commercial clients in Massachusetts. From remodeling to new construction, from a living room in a historical property to a high-tech office, our licensed contractors are dedicated to working with you to implement a solutio...Read more about Paul's Carpentry Workshop
Porch Pro Headshot New England General Contracting, LLC
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
(9)
General Contractors working in New England. We have experienced workers who get the job done fast, safe and clean. The services that we offer are everything from ground excavation to roofing and anything in between. Our company is fully licensed and insured.
General Contractors working in New England. We have experienced workers who get the job done fast, safe and clean. The services that we offer are everything from ground excavation to roofing and anything in between. Our company is fully licensed and insured.
Porch Pro Headshot A Touch of Glass
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
We have been in business 26+ years and as a result, we believe our experience and knowledge is truly unsurpassed. The knowledge is not only experienced based but also interwoven with an engineering background, thus allowing for solutions that “outside of the box” when the need arises.
We have been in business 26+ years and as a result, we believe our experience and knowledge is truly unsurpassed. The knowledge is not only experienced based but also interwoven with an engineering background, thus allowing for solutions that “outside of the box” when the need arises.
Porch Pro Headshot A.L. Cornellier Property Care & Construction
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
My Wife Lisa and I operate a home improvement company in Tyngsboro, Massachusetts. We have been in business for 12 years but have been involved in construction for 35 years. We are licensed & registered in Massachusetts carry both liability & workers compensation insurance and hold and A+ Rating w...Read more about A.L. Cornellier Property Care & Construction
My Wife Lisa and I operate a home improvement company in Tyngsboro, Massachusetts. We have been in business for 12 years but have been involved in construction for 35 years. We are licensed & registered in Massachusetts carry both liability & workers compensation insurance and hold and A+ Rating w...Read more about A.L. Cornellier Property Care & Construction
Porch Pro Headshot Better Home Improvement
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
(6)
We are a newly formed company as of 2014. Far from new to the work. With 18 years experience we can take on all your home improvement tasks. 3 generations of knowledge passed down from our GrandFather. We specialize in roofing and siding, but we do everything. Our goal is to stand above the competit...Read more about Better Home Improvement
We are a newly formed company as of 2014. Far from new to the work. With 18 years experience we can take on all your home improvement tasks. 3 generations of knowledge passed down from our GrandFather. We specialize in roofing and siding, but we do everything. Our goal is to stand above the competit...Read more about Better Home Improvement
Porch Pro Headshot Complete Home improvement
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
Additions kitchens baths basements carpentry painting tile handyman services etc 30yrs experience please call 978 587 4456
Additions kitchens baths basements carpentry painting tile handyman services etc 30yrs experience please call 978 587 4456
Porch Pro Headshot MV Carpentry Masonry Services
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
(1)
"Should have hired these guys sooner. Everything they've done is top notch. Customer service is great; they respond right away to requests and questions, they're adaptable, and make changes on the fly. Very dependable and punctual as well, every day. Just had my decking done, and it looks fantastic....Read more about MV Carpentry Masonry Services
"Should have hired these guys sooner. Everything they've done is top notch. Customer service is great; they respond right away to requests and questions, they're adaptable, and make changes on the fly. Very dependable and punctual as well, every day. Just had my decking done, and it looks fantastic....Read more about MV Carpentry Masonry Services

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 Wakefield Carpenters

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Profesional and hard working guys

- Benigno Mauricio
266635

Excellent job done repairing my screen and Mauricio was very pleasant to work with!

- Lucy Franklin
103061

I have been a customer of Paul's Carpentry Workshop for 4 years. I've hired Paul for a few different projects. Some projects were in our main household and the other most recent project was in our flip house. Paul does good work and he's one of the few co...

- Nicole Lakool
104472

Paul and his crew have been extremely reliable and easy to talk to. They have repeatedly done what is asked of them and provided consistent results with the small projects I've hired them to do. My trust in them is building and I shall be giving larger pr...

- Jason Elmore
94754

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

wonderful, quality work, thoughtful and kind

- Kristen Leeman
11560

Russ is a dependable contractor and works with his clients to deliver a product that best fits their landscape and within a specified budget without compromising quality.

- Joyce Bailey
11742

FitzGerald Design Build finished a space of our garage for my son. From the design concept to finishing touches, we could not be happier! The work they performed was impeccable. There were never any headaches or worries because Mr. FitzGerald is so easy g...

- Dianne FitzGerald Power
11413

He has done a lot of work for us from putting in a new kitchen, to building a family room and a master bedroom suite and much more all to our satisfaction.

- Peter Fiore
11223

Russ has been doing work for me and my family for many years. He is easy to work with. I would not have anyone else do my work. I would recommend him to anyone.

- Margaret Dunlea O'Reilly
11350

Fitzgerald Design Build was great to work with! From planning to completion everything went as expected!

- Jeffrey Boyle
11182

FitzGerald Design Build does a great job, they work with you from the design phase all the way through to completion. They do quality work at a reasonable price.

- Scott tomlin

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Porch Pro Headshot Scott McGrory
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
(2)
"Scott has been a rock star! He is very easy to work with, and great at his job. I was hesitant to hire him, as he did not have a rating when I was looking... and I am a single mom... but I am glad I did. I would would give him 10 stars if I could. I have had him come back for additional work as wel...Read more about Scott McGrory
"Scott has been a rock star! He is very easy to work with, and great at his job. I was hesitant to hire him, as he did not have a rating when I was looking... and I am a single mom... but I am glad I did. I would would give him 10 stars if I could. I have had him come back for additional work as wel...Read more about Scott McGrory
Porch Pro Headshot Davie's Home Improvements
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
Serving the greater Boston area and North Shore, Jim brings 30 years experience in the building and remodeling field. Interior finish carpenters specializing in kitchen and bath remodeling also offer skillful installations of decks, porches, doors and windows. Need a finished attic or basement? You'...Read more about Davie's Home Improvements
Serving the greater Boston area and North Shore, Jim brings 30 years experience in the building and remodeling field. Interior finish carpenters specializing in kitchen and bath remodeling also offer skillful installations of decks, porches, doors and windows. Need a finished attic or basement? You'...Read more about Davie's Home Improvements
Porch Pro Headshot Ambra Painting Inc
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
Ambra Painting Inc is based in Saugus, MA, 01906. We have more than 15 years of experience in Carpentry Services. If you need Professional Carpentry Service, do not hesitate to call us now! Residential Carpenter, Commercial Carpenter, Painting, Sidings, Windows Replacement, Windows Installing, Door...Read more about Ambra Painting Inc
Ambra Painting Inc is based in Saugus, MA, 01906. We have more than 15 years of experience in Carpentry Services. If you need Professional Carpentry Service, do not hesitate to call us now! Residential Carpenter, Commercial Carpenter, Painting, Sidings, Windows Replacement, Windows Installing, Door...Read more about Ambra Painting Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Father & Son Carpentry
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
We are a father and son company who works hard on everything from kitchen and bathrooms to basements and gutters, there is no job too small or too BIG.... Need some work done right? just call us or email us and you will get a guaranteed, done right job that you will love..... ***Over 35 years Exper...Read more about Father & Son Carpentry
We are a father and son company who works hard on everything from kitchen and bathrooms to basements and gutters, there is no job too small or too BIG.... Need some work done right? just call us or email us and you will get a guaranteed, done right job that you will love..... ***Over 35 years Exper...Read more about Father & Son Carpentry
Porch Pro Headshot Mauricio Gomez  Remodeling Corporation
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Porch Pro Headshot Presto Carpentry - Painting - Roofing
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
Presto is a family owned and operated company which specializes in all phases of home improvement, both residential and commercial, since 1988. As a professional company, we are registered with the Better Business Bureau and are an Accredited Business since 1/12/2007 with an A+ rating. We are licens...Read more about Presto Carpentry - Painting - Roofing
Presto is a family owned and operated company which specializes in all phases of home improvement, both residential and commercial, since 1988. As a professional company, we are registered with the Better Business Bureau and are an Accredited Business since 1/12/2007 with an A+ rating. We are licens...Read more about Presto Carpentry - Painting - Roofing
Porch Pro Headshot EJ Rench Custom Building
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
Frame to finish carpentry Custom cabinetry and millwork
Frame to finish carpentry Custom cabinetry and millwork
Porch Pro Headshot A.W. Puma Construction & Remodeling, LLC
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
Our team consists of skilled craftsmen committed to providing high quality work and exceptional customer service. We work with our customers to design a custom project that fits their budget, style and expectations.
Our team consists of skilled craftsmen committed to providing high quality work and exceptional customer service. We work with our customers to design a custom project that fits their budget, style and expectations.
Porch Pro Headshot Daniel J. O'Leary lll Carpentry
Carpenters
Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
My name is Daniel O'Leary. I am carpenter who has been servicing wood frame houses in the area around the Aberjona River and over toward the ocean since 2002. I specialize in small to medium size projects, from stair repair and door replacements to kitchen remodels and deck reconstructions. I hope ...Read more about Daniel J. O'Leary lll Carpentry
My name is Daniel O'Leary. I am carpenter who has been servicing wood frame houses in the area around the Aberjona River and over toward the ocean since 2002. I specialize in small to medium size projects, from stair repair and door replacements to kitchen remodels and deck reconstructions. I hope ...Read more about Daniel J. O'Leary lll Carpentry
Porch Pro Headshot Coraca Carpentry
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Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts
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Porch Pro Headshot G&B Masonry
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Porch Pro Headshot Lima Repair&Remodel
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Serves Wakefield, Massachusetts

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