Top 10 Carpenters in West University Place, TX

Porch Pro Headshot ETG Construction Services
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
"The primary reason we chose ETG after Hurricane Harvey was their honesty about the problems we faced with our old roof and their knowledge on fixing it. We are very pleased with our new roof & are so happy we chose ETG Construction. Daniel, Callen, Ren and Edward were so friendly & worked incredib...Read more about ETG Construction Services
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"The primary reason we chose ETG after Hurricane Harvey was their honesty about the problems we faced with our old roof and their knowledge on fixing it. We are very pleased with our new roof & are so happy we chose ETG Construction. Daniel, Callen, Ren and Edward were so friendly & worked incredib...Read more about ETG Construction Services
Porch Pro Headshot Artek Painting & Construction
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(40)
"I have been a repeat customer of Artek Painting and Construction for17 years. From repairing my entire first home from flood damage to remodeling our current home - painting, flooring, countertops - Artek has always done an excellent job. Honest, punctual, great work, good price."
"I have been a repeat customer of Artek Painting and Construction for17 years. From repairing my entire first home from flood damage to remodeling our current home - painting, flooring, countertops - Artek has always done an excellent job. Honest, punctual, great work, good price."
Porch Pro Headshot Mr. Handyman of Central Houston
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(146)
"Mr. Handyman isn't the guy offering home repair services from the back of his pickup truck. Mr. Handyman is your personal home improvement consultant and a trusted, knowledgeable resource that is part of a leading national service franchise. Our experienced, professional home repair and improvement...Read more about Mr. Handyman of Central Houston
"Mr. Handyman isn't the guy offering home repair services from the back of his pickup truck. Mr. Handyman is your personal home improvement consultant and a trusted, knowledgeable resource that is part of a leading national service franchise. Our experienced, professional home repair and improvement...Read more about Mr. Handyman of Central Houston
Porch Pro Headshot Aaa Crown Door Service
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(22)
Aaa Crown Door Service is a door repair and install company. ENTRYWAY DOORS,SLIDING DOORS DOGGIE DOORS COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL. ATTIC DOORS AND MUCH MORE ALL TYPES OF DOOR AND FRAME REPAIR AND INSTALL. HARDWARE ECT..
Aaa Crown Door Service is a door repair and install company. ENTRYWAY DOORS,SLIDING DOORS DOGGIE DOORS COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL. ATTIC DOORS AND MUCH MORE ALL TYPES OF DOOR AND FRAME REPAIR AND INSTALL. HARDWARE ECT..
Porch Pro Headshot CanTex Developers LLC
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(15)
CanTex Developers is a family-owned construction company offering exterior finishing and interior remodeling to the greater San Antonio area. We work with skilled subcontractors and high quality vendors to provide the best workmanship at the right price for our clients. Our goal is to provide high q...Read more about CanTex Developers LLC
CanTex Developers is a family-owned construction company offering exterior finishing and interior remodeling to the greater San Antonio area. We work with skilled subcontractors and high quality vendors to provide the best workmanship at the right price for our clients. Our goal is to provide high q...Read more about CanTex Developers LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Benny's Best Roofing & Construction
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(20)
We provide repair and replacement services for all types of roofs, commercial and residential. We are experts in our field and take pride in our work. We can assist homeowners in the claim process for storm damage, or other damage covered by insurance.
We provide repair and replacement services for all types of roofs, commercial and residential. We are experts in our field and take pride in our work. We can assist homeowners in the claim process for storm damage, or other damage covered by insurance.
Porch Pro Headshot Boehle Construction Services
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(2)
"Matt did a great job with various updates my house needed. He did a beautiful accent wall, re-texturing of multiple walls, and re-faced and painted the cheap cabinets my home builder had put in the kitchen. I feel like he gave me a fair price and I'm very happy with the renovations that he did. Tha...Read more about Boehle Construction Services
"Matt did a great job with various updates my house needed. He did a beautiful accent wall, re-texturing of multiple walls, and re-faced and painted the cheap cabinets my home builder had put in the kitchen. I feel like he gave me a fair price and I'm very happy with the renovations that he did. Tha...Read more about Boehle Construction Services
Porch Pro Headshot Master Remodelers Houston
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(1)
Established in 1972. Started in New York city by accident, as a landlord was chatting with my friend the superintendent of a pair of brown stones, a couple of apartments needed painting my friend declined the offer... I accepted and continued to work for the landlord as he owned 80 buildings and o...Read more about Master Remodelers Houston
Established in 1972. Started in New York city by accident, as a landlord was chatting with my friend the superintendent of a pair of brown stones, a couple of apartments needed painting my friend declined the offer... I accepted and continued to work for the landlord as he owned 80 buildings and o...Read more about Master Remodelers Houston
Porch Pro Headshot HHRS
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(2)
"We contacted HHRS in early March 2017 to give us a bid on installing a french drain. Mr. Hightower came out and gave a very reasonable bid compared to 4 others I had already received, bu the difference was his bid actually detailed more work than the others . We decided to go with Mr. Hightower a...Read more about HHRS
"We contacted HHRS in early March 2017 to give us a bid on installing a french drain. Mr. Hightower came out and gave a very reasonable bid compared to 4 others I had already received, bu the difference was his bid actually detailed more work than the others . We decided to go with Mr. Hightower a...Read more about HHRS
Porch Pro Headshot Ronald Penny Home Repair & Remodeling
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(1)
At Ronald Penny Home Repair & Remodeling we can do anything from your basic home repair to a complete Home Remodel. Also customer satisfaction is our number one priority.
At Ronald Penny Home Repair & Remodeling we can do anything from your basic home repair to a complete Home Remodel. Also customer satisfaction is our number one priority.

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 West University Place Carpenters

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Jim, the owner of Master Remodeler's, is a horrible contractor. We had thought he was going to be OK when we hired him; he was on the low end of all the bids we got. You get what you pay for, though, this quickly turned into a absolute nightmare. Apart fr...

- Sean Walker
58862

Not satisfied with their job. The workers were inexperienced and disorganized. There was no supervision and quality control during the entire project. Shortly after the money was paid, the owner stopped responding to my inquiries and questions. Althoug...

- H Y
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82093

Jim, the owner and project manager, was easy to work with and provided an accurate quote and allowances. He was great at walking me through the options for my kitchen remodel for both design and materials. Santos was the crew chief and finished the wor...

- Bohdan Rohbock
86524

Painting was done by James Thompson's crew headed by Santos. Work done by this crew is exemplary. They painted 7 rooms with exact colors we picked and our house looks great . Santos, Carlos and Daniel were highly skilled and professionals. They moved out ...

- Prabhakaran Koteel
34818

Jim, the owner of Master Remodelers, is wonderful to work with. He is very trustworthy and his team does an excellent job. I was lucky enough to have had him already under contract to do some improvements to the house when our garage was flooded in the ...

- Denise Clark
71236

Mike with Artek has consistently completed every client repair list I have sent him . The work is done quickly and expertly. My clients have nothing but good things to say about him !

- Charlotte Leach
71172

Artek has done both painting and remodeling for us many times over the past twenty years and is currently doing a large project for my brother. They are reasonably priced, do a great job, help you make the best decision, keep you informed and are so easy...

- Patricia Aune
71230

Mike is great to work with - will help you improve your concept for your remodel. Keeps updated on the new technology. Completes work efficiently and with superb quality.

- Tracy Olds
71176

I have had several projects from a flooded home to simple paint or repair. Bathrooms kitchen and had it all. I got bids and at times tried cheaper. But not the value and performance received using artek. So all my jobs have been going to artek now for te...

- Fred Adams
71289

Mike with Artek have completed multiple projects for me. Original project was after Tropical Storm Alicia in 2001. We had damage to inside and outside of home. He completed the job in stages, because almost every room needed work. Stage one was to bed...

- Cheryl Mattox
72142

Artek did a complete remodel of our master bathroom and did an amazing job!! Mike came in with great ideas and was willing to work with me throughout the project. All the workers were friendly and kept the area as clean as possible during the project. I ...

- Tracey Ross

All Carpenters in West University Place, TX

Porch Pro Headshot Christian Carpenter Constr Inc
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
We are a properly licensed and secured contractors working in Missouri City, TX. We are also linked with various associations like BBB. We follow a flexible work process. Whenever we are approached for a new project, we take suggestions from various experts and try to deliver maximum work efficiency...Read more about Christian Carpenter Constr Inc
We are a properly licensed and secured contractors working in Missouri City, TX. We are also linked with various associations like BBB. We follow a flexible work process. Whenever we are approached for a new project, we take suggestions from various experts and try to deliver maximum work efficiency...Read more about Christian Carpenter Constr Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Frontier Construction
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
There are a lot of contractors and home remodeling companies to choose from; however, few are experienced with restoring, rebuilding, and renovating homes. Frontier Construction is a leader in the the industry and is at the forefront.
There are a lot of contractors and home remodeling companies to choose from; however, few are experienced with restoring, rebuilding, and renovating homes. Frontier Construction is a leader in the the industry and is at the forefront.
Porch Pro Headshot Rangel Tree Svc Katy
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
Rangel Tree Service is family owned business. We been working in Katy and surroundings since 2010. We are dedicated to make our costumers our number one priority and leave them with a smile. Allow us to do your next tree service and we promise not to let you down!
Rangel Tree Service is family owned business. We been working in Katy and surroundings since 2010. We are dedicated to make our costumers our number one priority and leave them with a smile. Allow us to do your next tree service and we promise not to let you down!
Porch Pro Headshot Texas Tough Construction
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
We are a new company that is working on building our portfolio. We have over ten years experience in home remodel and repair. We do everything from replacing windows, drive ways, sheetrock, painting even roofs. We do not do any plumbing or electrical.
We are a new company that is working on building our portfolio. We have over ten years experience in home remodel and repair. We do everything from replacing windows, drive ways, sheetrock, painting even roofs. We do not do any plumbing or electrical.
Porch Pro Headshot Joneshandyhands
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
Our company is trustworthy of getting the job done we were established in June 2015 we have established our name in simlple handyman services: *Home Assemly *Light/Ceiling fan Installation *Floor installation(all type) *Tv Mounting *Pressure Wash  *Paint *Electrical wire pulling *Security/Al...Read more about Joneshandyhands
Our company is trustworthy of getting the job done we were established in June 2015 we have established our name in simlple handyman services: *Home Assemly *Light/Ceiling fan Installation *Floor installation(all type) *Tv Mounting *Pressure Wash  *Paint *Electrical wire pulling *Security/Al...Read more about Joneshandyhands
Porch Pro Headshot The Brothermann home services
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
Home repair and remodeling service for sheetrock repair, texture and install new, remove and install hardie siding, concrete, interior/exterior painting, trim, baseboard, window/door installation, roofing, carpentry, tile, laminate, power wash, wood fence, showers and much more.. free estimates Cont...Read more about The Brothermann home services
Home repair and remodeling service for sheetrock repair, texture and install new, remove and install hardie siding, concrete, interior/exterior painting, trim, baseboard, window/door installation, roofing, carpentry, tile, laminate, power wash, wood fence, showers and much more.. free estimates Cont...Read more about The Brothermann home services
Porch Pro Headshot Brown's Mechanical
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
(3)
Need some new siding on your home? Call up Brown's Mechanical in New Llano, LA for their expert vinyl siding services.
Need some new siding on your home? Call up Brown's Mechanical in New Llano, LA for their expert vinyl siding services.
Porch Pro Headshot HSH General Contractors-TX, LLC
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
Enjoy the feeling of fresh carpet on your floors with quality installations from HSH General Contractors-TX in Hackberry.
Enjoy the feeling of fresh carpet on your floors with quality installations from HSH General Contractors-TX in Hackberry.
Porch Pro Headshot Marin's Painting
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
Based out of Houston, Marin's Painting is a painting company that has been offering trim work, deck weatherproofing, and deck staining since the '80s.
Based out of Houston, Marin's Painting is a painting company that has been offering trim work, deck weatherproofing, and deck staining since the '80s.
Porch Pro Headshot Amirdean Carpentry
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
Looking for a general contractor in Houston? Amirdean Carpentry offers quality new home construction, home remodeling, and kitchen remodeling.
Looking for a general contractor in Houston? Amirdean Carpentry offers quality new home construction, home remodeling, and kitchen remodeling.
Porch Pro Headshot Star tech Construction
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
All tipe of carpentry ..we do the job...
All tipe of carpentry ..we do the job...
Porch Pro Headshot Spring Branch Services
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
Customers are our priority. No Job to small or big.
Customers are our priority. No Job to small or big.
Porch Pro Headshot Braunig Remodeling Group
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas
Carpenter and handyman
Carpenter and handyman
Porch Pro Headshot PLM Remodeling & Restoration
Carpenters
Serves West University Place, Texas

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Shed Construction
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Within a month
Houston 77005
Carpentry
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Within 48 hours
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Deck Construction
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Existing deck
No
Approximate size of deck to build
Under 100 sq ft
Decking and railing materials
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Deck features
Nothing extra, just the deck
Other deck features
No, thanks, just the deck
Extent of design or prep work
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