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Recent Carpentry reviews in Canberra

Incredible service, will 100% use again

Assemble my garden shed

$380

Could not speak highly enough of Matt’s service, communication and handyman skills. He sourced the materials I needed, organised for them to be delivered, was communicative, professional and helpful throughout the whole process. Outstanding.

Buy and install skirting boards - lounge room

$280

I would recommend Willy in an instant. Extremely pleased with the end result. Very friendly and knowledgable with an impeccable eye for detail.

Build a closet with shelves

$250

Axel made a great work bench for us, great craftsmanship and made with durable materials. Axel is super friendly and has a customer centric approach! Thank you so much Axel ☺

Make A Work Bench

$500

Great work! Prompt and reliable

Install sliding doors on a bedroom cupboard

$680

I totally just love the job done !. Willy installed my wine rack to the ceiling and placed the matching breakfast bar below. Profession, friendly and I would definately get Willy back again for future work.

Assemble wine rack n breakfast bar @kitchen bench

$150

What's the average cost of a carpenter in Canberra

$129 - $465

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$129

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$465

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Average reviews for Carpentry Services in Canberra

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Recent Joiner reviews in Canberra

Very professional, courteous and knowledgeable. Thank you very much Willy!

Joiner needed to repair vanity unit

$50

Tim did an excellent job of fitting our dog door. Very professional and great job! We will not hesitate in using Tim again, 5 star.

Dog Door installing into Timber door by a Joiner

$120

Paul did an excellent job. Prompt, efficient, effective and friendly. I would happily engage him again.

Remove walk-in robe joinery to create clean space for new joinery

$400

Willy did a great job. Highly recommended

Joiner required to remove laminate bench top

$300

As always, he did a great job.

Qualified joiner

$150

Great service !

Kitchen Joinery

$2,000

What's the average cost of a joiner in Canberra

$139 - $549

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$139

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$300

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$549

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What do carpenters 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 or chippy can help you with many different tasks. Carpenters use different types of power tools and hand tools to carry on building and construction work. 

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

Many Australian homes are blessed with a large backyard and plenty of sunny hours to enjoy that space. 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 specialise 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 the 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 in Canberra

Paint a table

$200

Giralang ACT, Australia

5th May 2024

I'm looking for someone who can collect a table from my shed in Giralang, paint it, and return it. I want it painted black. I don't have the paint yet, but am happy to get some on your advice, or pay for it in addition. I'd like it done and returned to me by 15 May if possible, but I am flexible about this date. About the table - it was a marketplace find, and it's an old Freedom furniture one and is pretty solid. There are some stains on the top (see in pics). The legs come off using an allen key. There are 3 draws, and one of them is a bit dodgy in a corner, so if you know how to nail that back together it would be a bonus. Am open to offers. Thank you.

Capenter to install bench top to 2 kitchen cabinet/drawers

$150

Gungahlin ACT, Australia

5th May 2024

Have a merbau top that requires cut and installed to 2 ikea drawers/cabinets. The cabinets need to be secured to wall. Cabinets are 37 depth. Table top is 60cm depth. Carpentry skill essentially.

Wooden platform for shed standoff for use on slab.

$200

Whitlam ACT, Australia

3rd May 2024

I need two small wooden platforms to be anchored on a concrete slab. The slab has a slight decline. Just need the platforms to stand off a bit higher, to be anchored in and support a small lean-to shed. For example, One of the platforms would have an end at about 200mm high, whereas the other would have about 50mm high. L x W at 2200 x 400. That’s the right idea for both.

Garden Shed install

$200

Franklin ACT, Australia

2nd May 2024

Install Bunnings Garden Shed on Concrete and provide raised floor. Absco Sheds 3.00 x 1.52 x 2.08m Zinc Economy Double Door Garden Shed

Need someone to reverse the door on my fridge as it's a tight fit.

$10

Greenway ACT 2900, Australia

2nd May 2024

Need someone to reverse the door on my fridge. Someone who knows what they're doing. To be gentle with care and not damage or scratch or dent anything. Not lose any pieces either. Someone that will take they're time and do it properly. Any help would be amazing. Let me know

Cabinets in the kitchen

$800

Amaroo ACT, Australia

30th Apr 2024

Needs to install cabinets in the kitchen

Joiner/carpenter to build custom corner wardrobe shelves

$500

Forde ACT, Australia

30th Apr 2024

Build 5-6 corner shelves (white colour) in the master walk-in robe. - Pictures 1 and 2 and current photos. Pictures 3 and 4 are sample recommendations on how that corner shelving should look like. - The quote includes material cost as well. - Licensed Carpenter or Joiner preferred for this job.

Erect a 3x1.5m shed

$200

Lyons ACT, Australia

30th Apr 2024

Erect my Absco 3x1,5m shed on a concreted area behind my garage

Luke was professional, punctual and did a very good job putting up my new garden shed. Highly recommended.

Install a cat door in wooden door

$40

Higgins ACT, Australia

27th Apr 2024

Install a cat door in wooden external door at my cats height

Great job and efficient! Thanks!

Assemble a garden shed

$200

Narrabundah ACT, Australia

22nd Apr 2024

We have a small garden shed that needs to be put together

Easy to communicate with and got the job done. Definitely recommend.

Block gap between shed and garage with chicken wire

$100

Evatt ACT 2617, Australia

17th Apr 2024

My chickens keep hiding behind the garden shed. I have a big roll of chicken wire - I need someone to affix a piece of it between the garage and the garden shed.

Great work, his solution was easy better than I'd asked for!

Un-bolting a gun safe

$60

Campbell ACT 2612, Australia

13th Apr 2024

I have a gun safe professionally bolted into the ground in my storage cage (as per legal requirements for gun safe) for which I need the bolts removed, as I am getting rid of the gun safe. I do not currently have the tools to remove the four bolts, and need it done quickly.

Robert got the job done quickly and was friendly, communicative and efficient.

A studio in need of some basic carpentry work.

$500

Giralang ACT, Australia

11th Apr 2024

Lining on some walls replaced in studio. Internal work.

Hao worked hard to complete the task. A competent, worker who left the space clean and tidy.

Take dishwasher to the green shed

$50

Ngunnawal ACT, Australia

29th Mar 2024

The dishwasher is already disconnected and removed from the kitchen. Just need to be taken out and discarded as it does not work

Darren did a well taking my old dishwasher out of the house

Garden shed assembly finished

$150

Forde ACT, Australia

17th Mar 2024

We have a garden shed that is about 50% completed and need the assembly completed. It is an Easy Shed (see photos)

Great work! Reliable and punctual.

Installation of Basic Double Doors Needed

$450

Casey ACT, Australia

13th Mar 2024

Budget is for labour - will supply the doors, handles etc. Need to install a simple set of double doors at the location (175cm wide space) shown in the images. Seeking the most cost-effective solution. Refer to the attached Pinterest image for the desired look.

Had two doors installed by Baozhu and was thoroughly impressed. He was punctual, professional, and the installation was flawless. The work area was left clean, and the doors function perfectly. Highly recommend Baozhu for reliable and quality service.

Fix my Garden projects

$5

Canberra ACT, Australia

3rd Mar 2024

Require few task in garden Install pergola Need to lift on top of wooden base 40 cm height Suze 3 m by 4 metre Other task action required Thx

All good 👍 Appreciate all advise and recommendations 💯

Assemble ikea kitchen

$1,500

Kambah ACT, Australia

3rd Mar 2024

Assemble ikea kitchen. Design ID: 5FD88874-D1A7-4411-82CC-D16DA4E64674. Electrical and plumbing to be done separately (by us- unless you are also qualified in one of those trades, then by all means please include in quote). Bench top is stone, so not included in job. We would need to meet with you prior to install to discuss plans and install. Experience in ikea kitchens is preferred ☺️ Price includes removal of rubbish. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 4 March 2024

Steve assembled our ikea kitchen for us. He was really lovely to work with, great communication, reliable and knowledgeable. We would definitely recommend Steve for anyone looking for a similar job!

Installation of Timber Partition Wall

$700

Bonython ACT, Australia

1st Mar 2024

I need an experienced carpenter who can install a partition wall similar to the attached drawing. All materials are available and are to be installed at the earliest. - Due date: Flexible

Excellent work and he has been very cooperative.

Seeking cabinet maker or someone to fix a dining table leg.

$45

Calwell ACT, Australia

15th Feb 2024

Fix a dining table leg - broke while moving. Can be also be used / drilled upside down.

Amazing and friendly! Helped me with another work too and didn’t charge . Did a wonderful job with my super heavy broken table leg . Will use Hao again !