Top 10 Carpenters in White Plains, NY

Porch Pro Headshot Fox Hill Luxury Real Estate Services
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
We are a Licensed & Insured Home Improvement Contractor with over 40 Years of Experience. We provide Complete Luxury Real Estate Maintenance & Repair Services 24/7. We are Indoor Air Quality Experts are an Authorized Aeroseal Dealer and GENERAC Generator Dealer. We provide complete maintenance and ...Read more about Fox Hill Luxury Real Estate Services
We are a Licensed & Insured Home Improvement Contractor with over 40 Years of Experience. We provide Complete Luxury Real Estate Maintenance & Repair Services 24/7. We are Indoor Air Quality Experts are an Authorized Aeroseal Dealer and GENERAC Generator Dealer. We provide complete maintenance and ...Read more about Fox Hill Luxury Real Estate Services
Porch Pro Headshot Jorge the handyman
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(133)
Welcome to JORGE THE HANDYMAN SERVICES. Founded in 2006, JORGE THE HANDYMAN SERVICES has more than 12 years of experience in the property maintenance trade, and provides anything from changing light bulbs to total kitchen and bathroom refurbishment to clients throughout the local area.
Welcome to JORGE THE HANDYMAN SERVICES. Founded in 2006, JORGE THE HANDYMAN SERVICES has more than 12 years of experience in the property maintenance trade, and provides anything from changing light bulbs to total kitchen and bathroom refurbishment to clients throughout the local area.
Porch Pro Headshot Modern pr
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(21)
Norwalk contractor offering general contracting services from laying tiles to painting. we will do our best to make your house look beautiful I am a painter, I can paint interior and exterior of your home at an excellent pace. Im trustworthy. I understand that every home and every costumer is diffe...Read more about Modern pr
Norwalk contractor offering general contracting services from laying tiles to painting. we will do our best to make your house look beautiful I am a painter, I can paint interior and exterior of your home at an excellent pace. Im trustworthy. I understand that every home and every costumer is diffe...Read more about Modern pr
Porch Pro Headshot 777 Kleaning and Home Improvement
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(15)
"777 Cleaning were very professional, neat, courteous and skilled. They performed the job in a timely fashion and for a fair price. I would definitely recommend them to a friend and would not hesitate to hire them for any carpet cleaning jobs in the future."
"777 Cleaning were very professional, neat, courteous and skilled. They performed the job in a timely fashion and for a fair price. I would definitely recommend them to a friend and would not hesitate to hire them for any carpet cleaning jobs in the future."
Porch Pro Headshot JLG Home Improvement LLC
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(8)
"Besides being a pleasure to work with, Jason did an outstanding job as our general contractor. He oversaw our entire job and paid attention to the slightest detail. His design and construction skills transformed our outdated house into a modern home in which we plan to enjoy for years to come. Nee...Read more about JLG Home Improvement LLC
"Besides being a pleasure to work with, Jason did an outstanding job as our general contractor. He oversaw our entire job and paid attention to the slightest detail. His design and construction skills transformed our outdated house into a modern home in which we plan to enjoy for years to come. Nee...Read more about JLG Home Improvement LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Mr Pavers LLC
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(10)
Mr Pavers LLC is a family owned company with experience in the field for over 20 years. Fully Licensed and Insured with a trained group of about 10 members, we work highly in meeting our customers’ needs as well as working with excellence. We are located in Greenwich, CT and also service out to NY. ...Read more about Mr Pavers LLC
Mr Pavers LLC is a family owned company with experience in the field for over 20 years. Fully Licensed and Insured with a trained group of about 10 members, we work highly in meeting our customers’ needs as well as working with excellence. We are located in Greenwich, CT and also service out to NY. ...Read more about Mr Pavers LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Korth & Shannahan Painting Co.
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(59)
If you are looking for quality exterior painting in Westchester, NY then Korth & Shannahan Painting Inc. is the solution that you have been searching for. At Korth & Shannahan we understand that every successful exterior paint job must begin with quality prep work. Once all the necessary preparation...Read more about Korth & Shannahan Painting Co.
If you are looking for quality exterior painting in Westchester, NY then Korth & Shannahan Painting Inc. is the solution that you have been searching for. At Korth & Shannahan we understand that every successful exterior paint job must begin with quality prep work. Once all the necessary preparation...Read more about Korth & Shannahan Painting Co.
Porch Pro Headshot Native Contracting INC
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(30)
We are the premier general contractors in New York City and have been in business since 2000. Fully licensed and insured, we are renowned for our professionalism, reliability, and dedication. Our rates are reasonable, and we also provide convenient discounts for some of our clients. It is our promis...Read more about Native Contracting INC
We are the premier general contractors in New York City and have been in business since 2000. Fully licensed and insured, we are renowned for our professionalism, reliability, and dedication. Our rates are reasonable, and we also provide convenient discounts for some of our clients. It is our promis...Read more about Native Contracting INC
Porch Pro Headshot 1st Choice Contracting llc.
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(26)
We are a well established company 30 plus year experience. All i say is give us a chance to show our work.
We are a well established company 30 plus year experience. All i say is give us a chance to show our work.
Porch Pro Headshot SUNRISE CARPENTRY, INC.
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
Sunrise Carpentry has been serving the home improvement and construction needs of Westchester County since 1994. Over the past 20 years, we have built our reputation throughout Westchester County on our performance and delivery. Our company started small and thanks to the support of our community an...Read more about SUNRISE CARPENTRY, INC.
Sunrise Carpentry has been serving the home improvement and construction needs of Westchester County since 1994. Over the past 20 years, we have built our reputation throughout Westchester County on our performance and delivery. Our company started small and thanks to the support of our community an...Read more about SUNRISE CARPENTRY, INC.

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 White Plains Carpenters

461915

Poorly organized and has no sense of time. What makes it 10 times worse is that he tries to cover his mistakes with lies. Had a very bad experience where he repeatedly lied until he was caught.

- Zhiyao Lu
226635

Had my porches repaired and painted as well as resealing the foundation and minor external repairs. They were prompt, courteous and the job came out fantastic. I received a quick call back and quote and the job was able to start the next day!! I needed t...

- Melissa E Ward
159133

Nothing but great things to say about Mr Pavers! They are very honest, professional people! Love the job they recently did at my house. We are currently working on another project with them. Amazing!

- Reggie De Souza
151540

Finally, a home repair and estate management company that runs itself like a true business! They return your calls promptly, they come on time, when scheduled with the right people and tools. They are skilled, courteous, clean and clever - they don't co...

- Marla Persky
152343

Christopher Manco was hired to paint the outside of my home and it was completed a while after he was paid; he never returned to finish the touch ups on some light spots. He was hired to replace the roof of my house and was paid in August of 2018. After...

- Russ Dawson
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162741

Christopher Manco was hired to paint the outside of my home and it was completed a while after he was paid; he never returned to finish the touch ups on some light spots. He was hired to replace the roof of my house and was paid in August of 2018. After...

- Russ Dawson
92104

Mikhail came to my apartment and gave me an honest estimate, and informed me about the details of the job and the extent of it. Honest and professional

- Avner Finberg
39792

My first time using 777 Cleaning and Home Improvement and they are FANTASTIC! They were on time, meticulous, and very friendly! We will definitely use him again in the near future!

- Mario Elcuri
26006

Very professional and customer service oriented service. We had a pipe burst and made an emergency call to them during non-business hours. They promptly arrived at our location and were able to mitigate the damage and eventually restore our floors back ...

- George Gallucci
59980

We hired 777 Cleaners to perform ongoing cleaning services for our office kitchen and we have had excellent results. They are always hard working, prompt, and have a great attention to detail. We look forward to using their services for many years to come...

- Salam Singh
21346

Our house had received extensive water damage in the basement after one of our water pipes broke. After the plumber fixed the pipe, we had Deon inspect the mold and water damage and perform restoration services. He assessed the damage with his meters and ...

- WebPro Paul

All Carpenters in White Plains, NY

Porch Pro Headshot Jeovanny's Home Solutions
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(7)
Here at Jeovanny's Home Solutions, we have the solutions to all your home needs. Whether it's taking care of your property, remodeling your home, or even building a new project from scratch. With 3 generations of experience and over 20 years serving the Northern Westchester community, we can provide...Read more about Jeovanny's Home Solutions
Here at Jeovanny's Home Solutions, we have the solutions to all your home needs. Whether it's taking care of your property, remodeling your home, or even building a new project from scratch. With 3 generations of experience and over 20 years serving the Northern Westchester community, we can provide...Read more about Jeovanny's Home Solutions
Porch Pro Headshot Manco and Sons
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(36)
Porch Pro Headshot Jem Architecturals, Inc.
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
Specializing in the Design, Fabrication and Installation of Custom Storefronts, Exterior Façades, Interior Glazing and Metal + Glass Systems for over 30 years.
Specializing in the Design, Fabrication and Installation of Custom Storefronts, Exterior Façades, Interior Glazing and Metal + Glass Systems for over 30 years.
Porch Pro Headshot City Girls Handyman Services
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(3)
"City Girls are the best at everything they have fixed for me, Their prompt experience,and courteous service surpasses all others I've had in the past. If you need help call, CITY GIRLS HANDYMAN SERVICES."
"City Girls are the best at everything they have fixed for me, Their prompt experience,and courteous service surpasses all others I've had in the past. If you need help call, CITY GIRLS HANDYMAN SERVICES."
Porch Pro Headshot Building Services Group,  Inc.
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
We are here to serve you! We hold over 25 years experience inside the Commercial and Residential Building Mechanical Maintenance Industries. Our goal is serve our clients with the utmost mechanical performance and deliver top quality work on timely schedules. Communication is key! From start to ...Read more about Building Services Group, Inc.
We are here to serve you! We hold over 25 years experience inside the Commercial and Residential Building Mechanical Maintenance Industries. Our goal is serve our clients with the utmost mechanical performance and deliver top quality work on timely schedules. Communication is key! From start to ...Read more about Building Services Group, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot Michael Burns Carpentry
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
Michael Burns Carpentry, based out of Purdys, is a carpentry company that offers barn construction, custom shelving, crown molding installation and other services.
Michael Burns Carpentry, based out of Purdys, is a carpentry company that offers barn construction, custom shelving, crown molding installation and other services.
Porch Pro Headshot Grazhdani Group Inc
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
(1)
Porch Pro Headshot MERINO'S GENERAL SERVICES.INC
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
Our goal its your satisfaction. No matter bigger or small we do it for you.
Our goal its your satisfaction. No matter bigger or small we do it for you.
Porch Pro Headshot Fine carpentry inc
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
Custom dining and side tables, multimedia stations, shelves.
Custom dining and side tables, multimedia stations, shelves.
Porch Pro Headshot Gedney Home Improvement Inc
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
Porch Pro Headshot R & S CARPENTRY
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
R & S Carpentry is a carpentry specialist that provides services such as custom stair construction, rot removal, barn construction, and door replacement. They are based in Bridgeport. R & S Carpentry is accredited by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
R & S Carpentry is a carpentry specialist that provides services such as custom stair construction, rot removal, barn construction, and door replacement. They are based in Bridgeport. R & S Carpentry is accredited by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Porch Pro Headshot Drywall
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York
Porch Pro Headshot Hammer Thyme
Carpenters
Serves White Plains, New York

Latest projects near White Plains

Recent projects booked on Porch
White Plains 10603
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Service requested
Replace deck
Deck removed
No, pro should remove existing deck
Plans, drawings, blueprints
No, I would like a professional opinion
Deck size (SQFT)
Smaller than 100 square feet
Surface and railing material
Composite
Structure material
I'd like a professional recommendation
Structural features
Not listed here
Supplemental features
Deck lighting
Materials included
No, pro must provide materials