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  • Max Multitrades Logo

    Max Multitrades

    9.93

    (57 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Staircases
    Emergency Carpenter Service
    Truss Roofing
    Call
  • Archery Carpentry Logo

    Archery Carpentry

    9.94

    (17 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Cupboards
    Bespoke Furniture
    Cabinet Makers / Handmade Furniture
    Call
  • Dabb Hands Carpentry & Maintenance Logo

    Dabb Hands Carpentry & Maintenance

    9.89

    (9 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Radiator Covers
    Wooden / Timber Structures
    Door Fitting / Hanging
    Call
  • Henderson Carpentry & Construction Logo

    Henderson Carpentry & Construction

    9.55

    (58 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Boat Building / Repairs
    Architraves
    Bespoke Staircases
    Call
  • Carpenter Service Provider Logo

    Carpenter Service Provider

    9.76

    (30 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Wood Turning Service
    Bespoke Staircases
    Architraves
    Call
  • J&D Construction Logo

    J&D Construction

    9.95

    (22 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Door Fitting / Hanging
    Joinery
    Skirting
    Call
  • Simon Blackwell Carpentry and Maintenance

    9.95

    (35 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Joinery
    Handmade Kitchens Designed / Installed
    Door Fitting / Hanging
    Call
  • Harry Viney Carpentry Logo

    Harry Viney Carpentry

    10.00

    (18 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Handmade Kitchens Designed / Installed
    Built In Furniture
    Radiator Covers
    Call
  • PJD Carpentry Logo

    PJD Carpentry

    9.83

    (48 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Bespoke Windows / Doors
    Cabinet Makers / Handmade Furniture
    Built In Furniture
    Call
  • Artisans Of Oak Logo

    Artisans Of Oak

    10.00

    (23 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Bespoke Windows / Doors
    Architraves
    Radiator Covers
    Call
  • Custom Carpentry Brislington Logo

    Custom Carpentry Brislington

    10.00

    (3 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Emergency Carpenter Service
    Handmade Kitchens Designed / Installed
    Joinery
    Call
  • MTZ Building Services Logo

    MTZ Building Services

    9.44

    (92 reviews)

    Operates in Portishead

    Services & skills
    Carpenter
    General Carpentry
    Barn Conversions
    Log Cabins
    Door Fitting / Hanging
    Call

General carpentry in Portishead

General carpentry covers a wide range of woodwork, from fitting doors and skirting to building storage, repairing timber and carrying out structural tasks.

If you need help with installations, adjustments or home improvements, you can find a checked general carpentry service in Portishead with Checkatrade.

Common carpentry tasks in homes

Carpenters carry out a variety of everyday jobs, including:

  • Hanging and adjusting internal doors
  • Fitting architraves and skirting
  • Installing shelves or storage
  • Building stud walls or simple timber frameworks
  • Repairing damaged floorboards or trims
  • Boxing in pipework

If you have a woodwork job that needs doing, search our online directory to find carpenters in Portishead.

Types of carpentry work: first fix vs second fix

Understanding the two main types of carpentry can help you choose the right service:

  • First fix carpentry: Structural tasks such as joists, stud walls, and sub-floors.
  • Second fix carpentry: Finishing tasks like door hanging, skirting, architraves and trims.

More detail is covered in our joiner vs carpenter guide.

How much does general carpentry cost in Portishead?

Here are some average estimated costs of general carpentry in Portishead:

Carpentry pricing depends on:

  • Materials required (timber type, fixings, hardware)
  • Whether the job is priced per hour/day or per task
  • The complexity of the work
  • Preparation or removal needed
  • Whether items need to be made off-site

Learn more about costs in our guide to carpentry prices.

How long carpentry jobs usually take

Timeframes vary depending on the task:

  • Hanging a single internal door: 1–2 hours
  • Fitting skirting throughout one room: half a day
  • Installing built-in shelving: a few hours to a day
  • Building small stud walls: 1 day

A carpenter in Portishead can confirm timings after discussing the job with you.

Signs you may need carpentry work

You might need a carpenter if you notice:

  • Doors sticking or dragging
  • Loose or damaged skirting boards
  • Broken timber trims
  • Floorboards moving or creaking
  • Gaps around frames or door linings
  • A need for additional storage or shelving

Carpenters can assess whether repair or replacement is the best option.

What to check in a carpentry quote

When comparing quotes from carpenters in Portishead, look for:

  • A clear description of the work
  • Labour format (hourly, half-day or day rate)
  • Materials included or needed
  • Preparation or removal costs
  • Waste disposal arrangements

Itemised quotes make it easier to compare options and ensure you're being quoted fair and competitive prices.


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