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  • Wood repair
  • Custom made furniture
  • Deck sanding
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Recent Carpentry reviews

Extremely professional and showed up early. Thank you, again.

Need a stain on ceiling painted

$75

Wilson was great, arrived on time & got the job done without any hiccups. He even identified an additional area that was potentially going to be an issue.

Plumber required to caulk sealant over stainless steel joins

$150

Thank you Casey. You are a true artist.

I need a leaded stained glass cabinet door repaired

$300

Very knowledgeable on furniture care and very easy to work with

Remove stains from mango wood desk

$250

Job done great to my specifications.

Carpenter work

$200

on time and very helpful

8 inches, cut from Custom White Oak cabinet, to fit stacked Washer/dry

$120

What's the average cost of a carpenter

$150 - $300

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$150

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$230

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$300

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Carpentry plays a massive part in our lives. From the chairs we sit on to the homes we live in, so much of what we interact with has gone through the hands of a carpenter at one point.

Carpenters can help with projects of all sizes. If you’re building an extension or adding a carport to your home, an experienced carpenter can create a frame that’s built to last and meets all council regulations.

On the other hand, if you’re looking at the finer details of your home, a carpenter can be of great assistance too. From small detailing like replacing skirting boards and making wall partitions, to refurbishing your dining table and chairs, hiring a skilled carpenter nearby your home can make all the difference.

With Airtasker, you can quickly and easily find the best carpenter in your area. Simply tell us what you’re looking for, where you’re based, and what your budget is, and we’ll connect you with the people with the most relevant carpentry skills for the job you need. You can then browse profiles, read reviews and get in touch with your favorite craftsman to get your project underway!

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Top Carpentry related questions

The average price of carpentry services on Airtasker is $220, but depending on the service you need, this can easily range from $160 to $280. Learn more about how much it costs to hire a carpenter to set the right price when booking a carpenter in your area.

Carpenters work with wood in all manner of ways. From timber framing for houses or carports to the finishing touches on furniture, carpenters are hired for jobs large and small.

Not all carpenters offer the same services. An experienced cabinet maker may not be the best choice if you want timber framing done, while a decking expert may not have the credentials to refurbish your furniture. It’s recommended to choose someone with experience in the specific job of your request.

Yes. While some carpenters have specific areas of expertise, you can employ someone to do a number of small woodworking jobs in one visit. This can be the same job in a number of rooms or different jobs throughout the house. Remember though that some carpentry jobs require more than one day to complete.

Depending on their specialty and level of training, you may find that a carpenter comes under a different name, such as a master carpenter. From specific tasks such as cabinet maker to more general terms like artisan, joiner or woodworker, there are plenty of variations for carpentry workers.

In the US, carpenters can attain certification for different specializations by joining carpentry classes or training in community colleges. Some also obtain work experience through an apprenticeship program under the guidance of experienced master carpenters or experts in construction trades.

For certain types of carpentry tasks, you may need to check what special licenses are required, as this can vary by location. Please make sure that you confirm that a Tasker has the relevant license and insurance before accepting an offer.

A carpenter primarily focuses on working with wood to construct or repair structures such as furniture, framing, doors, and cabinets. They typically specialize in tasks that require woodworking skills, like installing trim or building custom pieces. A builder, on the other hand, oversees and manages the overall construction of buildings or structures, coordinating different trades (including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical) to ensure a project is completed on time and within budget.

Carpenters need to be careful of several safety risks, such as sharp tools, heavy machinery, and working with materials that can splinter or cause injury. They should also be mindful of their posture and body mechanics to avoid repetitive strain or injury, especially when lifting or carrying heavy materials. Additionally, carpenters should follow proper safety protocols when working in environments with dust, fumes, or potential hazards like electrical wiring to minimize health risks and ensure safe work conditions.

What does a carpenter do?

Whether you’re planning a major renovation on your home or you simply want to make things look a bit nicer, hiring a carpenter can help you with many different tasks. Carpenters have the knowledge and expertise in using power tools and building materials for construction projects.

Carpentry work is generally broken down into two types: rough and finish. Rough carpentry refers to work that doesn’t have an intricate look, as it’s covered up – often by bricks, tiles, or plaster work. Finish carpentry covers the work that will be on display, so needs to have a nicer finish. Furniture, decking, and window frames all fall into this second category. 

Decking

Want to transform your backyard into a functional space? Carpenters can work as a decking specialist to help. A decking specialist can add an outdoor deck or upgrade an existing one that opens up your outdoor space. This is great if you want to entertain guests or eat outside as a family during the sunny months. 

Cabinet making

Cabinet makers are one example of finish carpentry, because of the high level of detail that goes into their end products. Unlike structural work, it’s important that a cabinet looks nice, so this type of carpenter is a lot more focused on fine details. Cabinet makers often specialize in other forms of furniture making too. 

Refinishing carpentry

While structural carpentry is concerned with jobs on the large end of the scale, trim or refinishing carpentry looks at the small end. A trim carpenter is a way to go if you want someone to fix up your skirting boards, cornicing, or a similar aspect of your home.

Custom made furniture

A house isn’t a home without a few personal touches, and if you’d rather avoid the cookie-cutter Ikea approach to decorating your property, hiring a carpenter to create custom-made furniture can make you stand out. Whether you want chairs, tables, or a shoe rack, there’s someone nearby who can help. 

Joinery

Joinery services encompass the craftsmanship of creating and joining wood in workshops, distinct from on-site carpentry. These services range from bespoke projects to crafting timber buildings, emphasizing precision and passion. Joiners play a crucial role in interior woodwork, window and door production, and specialized construction, offering tailored and quality timber solutions.

Recent Carpentry tasks

I need help cutting out MDF wood

$100

Morrow GA 30260, USA

Mar 28th 2026

i am creating a backdrop and do not have a table saw to cut perfect precise lines

Finishing cabinet pull out drawer install, repositioning a few other.

$150

Las Vegas NV 89147, USA

Mar 28th 2026

Island cabinet drawer pull outs are already installed, just need to finish mounting the drawers, 3 pantry cabinet pull outs need slight repositioned, and possibly reposition a corner base cabinet pull out.

Wire shelves and wood shelving

$600

Muscle Shoals AL 35661 3659, USA

Mar 26th 2026

Need a carpenter for a new single-family home. Work includes installing closet shelving in multiple closets, including wire shelves + rod closet, several simple wood storage shelves, and painted wood shelving in a master bath walk-in closet. Also need a small matching drawer cabinet to mirror the existing one.

Staining and Sanding Decking

$250

Austin TX 78746, USA

Mar 26th 2026

sanding and staining decking area 30ft by 30ft

Build wooden platform for sauna

$3,000

Austin TX 78704, USA

Mar 25th 2026

Hi, I'm looking for someone to build a small outdoor sauna setup in my backyard in the Bouldin neighborhood (Austin TX). Two parts to the job: 1. Build a 6' x 6' slatted wood platform: excavate and compact a gravel base, set 9 concrete deck blocks, frame with 2x8 pressure treated joists at 12" on center, and deck with 5/4 x 6 western red cedar. The sauna weighs about 990 lbs so the framing needs to be solid. 2. Assemble the sauna and heater on the platform: the SaunaLife CL3G is a kit sauna (stave construction, comes on a pallet with instructions, about 30 to 45 min assembly per the manufacturer). The heater is a HUUM DROP 4.5kW that mounts inside. I need both assembled and placed with the glass front facing east. I have full blueprint drawings with a framing plan and cut list that I can send over. I will hire a licensed electrician separately for the 240V/30A circuit and the 120V lighting circuit. Note: there is a protected live oak in the yard. The platform clears the root zone but the builder should be comfortable working near it. If you have experience with decks, platforms, or sauna installs, I'd love to see photos of past work. Thanks!

Today fix wood straight

$40

Bronx NY 10468, USA

Mar 23rd 2026

The wood underneath my bed is slanted

10 6x8 ft fence panel lightly sanded,stained. Not mounted yet

$100

Sun City AZ 85351, USA

Mar 22nd 2026

Need 10 6x8 ft wood panels lightly sanded and stained. They are loose not mounted on fence post.

Install custom shelves on wall

$250

Burbank CA 91505 2960, USA

Mar 22nd 2026

We are hoping to have someone help install custom shelves on wall for DVD. Simple floating shelves on large wall, floor to ceiling. This is a picture of the shelves in our old apt. We have more space and want to recreate this with larger wood boards as we have a larger room now. Price is negotiable.

Carpenter to install remove old mechanism from entry door for a new 1

$250

Netcong NJ 07857, USA

Mar 19th 2026

Remove old door locking work and install a new one. Older wood door.

Replace wood strip and add new hinges

$300

Los Angeles CA 90046, USA

Mar 17th 2026

Have a wood shed that needs wood replaced and hinges. Have the wood and hinges. Also bottom of two of these doors shaved

These guys are the absolute best — Great Work, Fast and a Great Couple!

Install a recessed medicine cabinet in the bathroom

$400

Calverton NY 11933 1383, USA

Mar 17th 2026

Need recessed medicine cabinet installed, a little taller than the existing cabinet

Paint & Change hinges/hardware on cabinetry

$100

North Hollywood CA 91602, USA

Mar 16th 2026

Super small kitchen. I have already purchased the paint and the hardware but I don’t feel super confident in myself doing this task (especially hinges) but I will help with painting!

I need to cut a wooden counter

$50

Bayonne NJ 07002, USA

Mar 16th 2026

I need to cutt a kitchen counter that I got in Ikea to make it fit, I already have all he measurement

Install cabinet and shelves

$250

South Richmond Hill NY 11419, USA

Mar 16th 2026

Floating shelves , over the sink cabinet and 2 cabinets they all need to be assembled and then put on the wall

Cabinet over my toilet

$100

Elgin IL 60120, USA

Mar 15th 2026

I need a over the toilet cabinet built

Build shelf

$50

Houston TX 77092, USA

Mar 15th 2026

Build 2 shelves for my suite

Repair 2nd story shutter and woodwork on front porch.

$900

Livermore CA 94551, USA

Mar 15th 2026

Two small exterior wood rot repairs. One window trim area and one porch column base. Looking for repair or board replacement so I can repaint. Photos attached.

Wood to be cut

$100

Austin TX, USA

Mar 13th 2026

It’s a box that just needs a design to it

Need wood cut

$10

Valencia CA 91355, USA

Feb 24th 2026

Need 2 inches cut off 3 wooden shelves

Amazing person to work with!! Trust worthy and gets the job done right.

Cabinet door in kitchen?

$70

Murrieta, CA, USA

Oct 22nd 2025

The drawer face came down and a door got unscrewed. Please advise on price per piece. it's probably very simple.

Fadi arrived on time, he then assessed everything and grabbed all the necessary tools and parts, he completed the work as agreed upon, even went out and beyond. He is quick and reliable. I will call them for the next task.