What a carpenter or joiner can help with
- Hanging internal and external doors
- Fitted wardrobes, alcove units and shelving
- Wooden flooring and skirting
- Staircases and balustrades
- Roof timbers, stud walls and first-fix carpentry on building projects
When do you need one?
- You want made-to-measure storage or furniture
- You are renovating and need doors, skirting and architrave fitted
- You are building an extension or converting a loft
Checks before you hire
- Fire doors (for example in loft conversions or flats) must be installed correctly to work; ask about experience with certified fire door sets.
- Look at a portfolio of finished work, especially bespoke pieces.
- Agree materials: solid timber, MDF or veneered board.
- Membership of a body such as the Institute of Carpenters is a good sign.
What affects the cost?
Prices vary from job to job. The main factors are:
- Bespoke versus off-the-shelf items
- Materials and finishes
- Size and complexity of the job
- Painting or finishing included
- Removal of old fittings
Every job is different, so the only reliable way to know the price for your home is to get at least three written, itemised quotes for the same scope of work and compare them like for like.
Last updated: 14 October 2026
