Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
What does a carpenter do?
Carpenters construct, remodel, and repair structures and home fixtures made from wood and other materials. Carpenters build projects such as decks, gazebos, framing rooms and houses, installing stairs, cabinets, trim, baseboards, crown molding, and more.
How much do carpenters charge near me?
Carpenters cost$30 to $100 per hour on average to hire, depending on the project's size and type, materials, and local labor rates. Carpenters charge $5 to $20 per square foot to frame houses, walls, and ceilings from top to bottom with plates and studs.
What are the different types of carpenters?
The main types of carpentry services are:
Rough and framing carpenters – Includes the rough framing of walls, ceilings, rafters, floors, beams, and roofing for new structures and remodeling.
Finish carpenters – Includes general carpentry such as cabinetry, furniture making, fine woodworking, parquetry, joinery, or other carpentry where precise joints are important.
Trim carpenters – Includes ornamental work such as installing and repairing trim, molding, and baseboards on doors, windows, flooring, staircases, and ceilings.
Cabinetmakers – Includes fine and detailed carpentry work, such as custom cabinets, wardrobes, and shelves, and furniture designed for storage.
Where can I find a good local carpenter?
To find the local carpenter services, do the following:
Start your search on websites like HomeGuide and Google and look for recommended carpenters.
Get at least three price estimates to compare.
Ask for recommendations from family, friends, and neighbors.
Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
Select companies that are licensed, bonded, and experienced.
Verify their insurance, worker’s compensation, and bond guarantees.
Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
Ask for a full itemized estimate or contract in writing.
Avoid making large payments upfront. Come up with a payment schedule for work completed.
After asking questions, hire the best carpenter near you.
What questions should I ask carpenters in my area?
When hiring a carpenter handyman, ask them the following questions:
How long have you been a carpenter?
Can you provide testimonials and references from past customers and photos from previous projects?
How much will my project cost?
Are there any potential complications you foresee with my project?
What type of materials will you use?
Are you licensed, insured, and bonded?
Can you provide me a written estimate or contract?
What’s your payment schedule?
What do I need to provide to get started?
Reviews for San Diego carpenters
Recent success stories from people in the San Diego area.
Eric S.
Borja’s Flooring is exceptional!
Without a doubt, Paul and his Borja Flooring team is top class: speed of service, personal customer service, affordable pricing, and quality flooring!
Not only is their service prompt, work high-quality, and craftsmanship second to none, Paul’s personal customer service skills makes him the greatest choice for your flooring needs. Paul was able to walk me through the process of choosing what type of floor would serve me best, how long the process would take, and how best to choose the correct colors based on grain direction, floor size, etc based on my specific interior. He also was able to quickly get a quote to me and work with me for what scope of work would be best for me and my budget.
Paul stops at nothing to ensure that you’re satisfied with your installation. He sends picture updates of the work, does status checks to ensure it’s looking good so far for you, and responds quickly to any of your questions.
He is also connected to other quality service professionals and was able to refer me to other work I needed around my home like painting.
The results speak floor themselves! I love my new carpet free transformed home with squeak free stairs and beautiful 2nd floor!
Overall, I couldn’t be happier. The flooring is beautiful, solid and squeak free. The service was fantastic, the price was affordable, and Paul is excellent to work with. A+ across the board.
Borja Flooring
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