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Recent Carpentry reviews in Illawarra

Punctual, polite and efficiently got the job done. Would use again. Thanks

Carpenter/handyman to help with few reno rasks

$350

Great service. Mirror was installed really well and very happy with the end result. Thanks

Shaving cabinet installation

$100

Worked very hard and did a good job with a big deck. It looks great.

Clean and stain a deck

$500

The best AirTasker since that guy who did an excellent job! Will have Robert around for work any day.

White goods and scrap wood removed

$250

Approachable and straight to the job. Knowledgeable and experienced for each challenge that came up - there was a solution with no time to waste.

Install cabinet doors

$100

Courteous. Efficient. Fast. Professional. Affordable. On time.

Cut overhead cabinet

$150

What's the average cost of a carpenter in Illawarra

$120 - $500

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Recent Joiner reviews in Illawarra

Andrew was super efficient, came on time, really easy to communicate with. Highly recommend!

Remove study joinery

$500

Ryan removed some joinery for us and did an excellent job. He was an extremely effective communicator and did the job very efficiently. Highly recommend!

Remove joinery and patch walls

$750

Now that we have found Matt, we will never bother with another unreliable tradie again!! Matt did the most perfect job, installing our Bunnings kitchen. He was so reliable and really friendly, even building me a little shelf out of the leftovers!! Our kitchen has had a complete makeover and we are so grateful. We’ve already recommended him to friends and he only left a few hours ago. 11/10

Fitter/joiner to install kitchen cupboard and benchtops

$500

What's the average cost of a joiner in Illawarra

$420 - $646

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$420

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$543

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$646

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What do carpenters near me do?

Whether you’re planning a major renovation on your home or you simply want to make things look a bit nicer, hiring carpenters near me for small jobs or chippy can help you with many different tasks. Carpenters use other 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. 

Carpenters for 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. 

Carpenters for 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 jobs like wood staining and removal of old finish. 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, or even kitchen installation there’s someone nearby who can help. 

Joinery carpenters

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 Illawarra

Design Woodfire oven area on Patio

$250

Corrimal NSW 2518, Australia

11th Jun 2025

Need to draw up, design Woodfire oven section with a bench. Brick Base. Design only.

Remove Stain from White Gloss MDF Desk

$100

Coniston NSW, Australia

10th Jun 2025

I’m looking for someone experienced in furniture restoration or surface repair to help remove a stain from a white high-gloss MDF desk in Coniston (Wollongong area). I’ve already tried: • Soap and water • Baking soda + vinegar • Alcohol-based hand sanitiser The stain hasn’t lifted and may have lightly absorbed into the clear gloss finish. The rest of the desk is in great condition — I’d prefer a spot treatment or gentle buff, not a full respray. Ideal if you have experience with: • Furniture surface repair • MDF panel restoration • Glossy finish touch-ups (without damaging the surface) The desk is movable, but I’d prefer someone who can do the repair on-site if possible. Please bring your own tools/materials. Photos and close-ups can be provided upon request. Let me know your experience, availability, and quote — thank you! (Budget flexible based on experience and result)

Need help restoring benchtop – chemical stain & scratches

$150

Coniston NSW 2500, Australia

10th Jun 2025

I need someone to help restore a wooden/laminate benchtop that has chemical damage and surface scratches (see attached photo). The damage was caused by a cleaning product, leaving a dull white mark and some visible scratches. I’d like it sanded, polished, or treated to make it look better – it needs to be look the best Open to suggestions on products or methods. Please bring your own tools and materials.

Repair: Sand and polish floor boards to remove pet stains.

$200

Austinmer NSW, Australia

8th Jun 2025

We have a few spots where our rabbit did his business and left stains on the polished wooden floorboards. We have been unable to remove easily, so I think it will need sanding and re-polish. Approx 4 separate spots, about 15cm diameter each spot.

Handyman or carpenter needed for restaurant bar renovation

$10

Wollongong NSW, Australia

18th May 2025

Please come and see then provide me your quote. I want to downsize bar and renovate it to look better. Also, i would like to add suspended wine rack if possible.

Fix the cabinets in my van

$400

Bellambi NSW, Australia

12th May 2025

I'm looking for help updating the cabinetry in my van to make better use of the space and improve comfort. The cabinets are already installed, and ideally I’d like to reuse most of the existing structure, but modify and enhance it. Here’s a summary of what I’d like to do: 1. Modify the Small Desk Area: I want to raise the height by adding an extra drawer underneath. The goal is to make it more comfortable for use as a workspace or surface. 2. Remake Existing Drawers: I’d like to redesign the current drawers to be longer, reaching further back to maximize storage. One of the drawers should be able to fit a cooker inside it. 3. Remove the Blue Drawers: I want to take out these drawers to make space for a fridge. I’m open to discussing the best design and placement options based on feasibility, price, and time. 4. Back Drawer Improvements: The large drawer in the back does not use all the space efficiently. I’d like to either extend it or divide the space inside for better organization. Additionally, I want to add another drawer on the opposite interior side under the bed where there’s still unused space. 5. Add Shelving Along Bed Head Area: In the back of the van, from the drawers to the head of the bed (where the pillows are), I’d like to explore the possibility of adding a storage section. Ideally, this would include some small shelves where I will add nets or barriers to keep things in place. I’m adding photos that show the current setup and the ideas I have in mind. I’d love to discuss the best way to approach these changes and get your input on design possibilities. We can work around what’s possible within budget and your availability.

Modify kitchen cabinet for dishwasher

$400

Kanahooka NSW 2530, Australia

12th May 2025

Modify existing kitchen cabinet to fit a dishwasher. As in photos, Dishwasher to go on left (next to stove). Right side cabinet to be modified to either open cupboard or just a blank using existing door materials. Measurement from left side to corner is 640mm

Great work! She accommodated our schedules and was eager to solve the problems.

Carpenter

$500

Kanahooka NSW, Australia

12th May 2025

I need some basic carpentry work, swing two doors and some skirting work, I would say one day work

Great job stayed and got it done

Looking for a carpenter to put lvl in lintel

$150

Kiama Downs NSW, Australia

11th May 2025

Need a carpenter who has required tools to put level into 3 meter steel lintel. Complete with required tools. LVL I have. It has to support extra long garage door. Brick guy did not put double brick over lintel from inside.

Very very good guy. I am impressed with his skill sets , attitude and professionalism . Thanks Chris for the wonderful work.

Repair Needed – Minor Damage on Wooden Furniture Corner

$100

Corrimal NSW 2518, Australia

11th May 2025

We’re looking for someone to help repair a chipped corner on a wooden cabinet (see attached photos). The damage is located on the back left-hand corner — mostly surface-level chipping, but it does expose some lighter wood underneath. Ideally looking for someone who can fill, sand, and colour match the area to restore the finish as close as possible.

Install absco shed to timber deck platform

$700

Albion Park NSW, Australia

7th May 2025

I have built a timber deck for a client to install 4.5mL x 2.5mW absco shed on for garden storage etc I need someone to assemble and install the shed or assist in assembly and installation (would need to be a weekend job if we work together) the platform is built to size and ready to go for the shed I will install additional supports as needed once complete, shed is delivered, unpacked and ready to go

Very happy with Gan’s work, completed the job quickly and on time.

Removal and disposal of cabinets, wardrobe and wooden table

$300

Oak Flats NSW 2529, Australia

24th Apr 2025

Removal and disposal of kitchen cabinets, wardrobe, wooden table, bench tops as per the pictures

Replace rotten timber pictured on the front gable

$120

Unanderra NSW 2526, Australia

15th Apr 2025

To replace the rotten timber on both sides of this gable. The gable was repaired, but they didn't do the complete job, we only need these two replaced now. No need to paint as we have a painter already, only replacing the timber as shown in photos.

Kitchen cupboard joinery

$120

Woonona NSW, Australia

10th Apr 2025

Corner cupboard not closing in lower corner cupboard in kitchen.

Remove mirror and install cabinet in ensuite

$100

Balgownie NSW, Australia

3rd Apr 2025

Need a mirror taken down and then the cabinet installed

Need a carpenter to look into extending my fridge space

$5

Corrimal, New South Wales

2nd Mar 2025

The width of my fridge space is 800mm. Hoping to extend the space to fit a 914mm width fridge. Image attached. I want to explore the possibility

Shorten a timber dining table

$200

Berkeley NSW, Australia

27th Feb 2025

Need to shorten a solid timber table. It is approx 3 mtrs long need it to be approx 1.5mtrs

Stain door frame and skirting boards for 3 bedrooms

$2,000

Thirroul NSW, Australia

26th Feb 2025

Stain 3 door frames and skirting boards for 3 rooms.

Assemble wooden backyard studio

$4,344

Bulli NSW, Australia

25th Feb 2025

It’s wooden and12x10 wide and 2725cms high. It has a veranda. It has a written instruction booklet.

Fridge needs wood placed under it to fix angle/leak

$80

Scarborough NSW, Australia

13th Jan 2025

The corner for our fridge is on an angle creating a lean, and leak. The fridge has been here for a while but I’ve just moved in. It would be ideal if you can pull the fridge out so I can clean behind it before placing the wood down. Or perhaps the feet can be unscrewed to lift it. You might need to visit first and then do a trip to the trade store if you can factor that in the price. I can also send measurements so you can bring the wood with you to save time.

Tim was punctual, did clean and precise work, and proved to be an excellent problem solver. He was friendly and great to deal with. Highly recommend his services!

Recent Joiner tasks in Illawarra

Kitchen cupboard joinery

$120

Woonona NSW, Australia

10th Apr 2025

Corner cupboard not closing in lower corner cupboard in kitchen.

Remove joinery and patch walls

$750

Bulli NSW, Australia

16th Sep 2024

Room 1 (pics 1-3) A - patch existing holes in wall left by powerpoints, B - remove joinery shelves (one on wall and larger one on ceiling) C - patch any holes left by removal of joinery Room 2 (pic 4) A - remove joinery shelf along wall B - patch any holes left by removal of joinery Room 3: (pic 5) A - patch wall where powerpoint removed (photo taken before powerpoint removed - just to show size and location of the hole) Plus remove/dispose of joinery

Ryan removed some joinery for us and did an excellent job. He was an extremely effective communicator and did the job very efficiently. Highly recommend!

Remove study joinery

$500

Bulli NSW, Australia

31st Aug 2023

Remove and dismantle study joinery and take away. Should be reasonably easy to remove with only a few screws holding it in place. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 2 September 2023

Andrew was super efficient, came on time, really easy to communicate with. Highly recommend!

Fitter/joiner to install kitchen cupboard and benchtops

$500

Woonona NSW 2517, Australia

21st Nov 2022

I have a Bunnings kitchen cupboard and Bunnings laminate Benchtop that needs to be fit to extend our current kitchen. One part of bench top needs to be cut slightly to modify width. Fitter/joiner with kitchen experience required. Thank you. - Due date: Before Sunday, 25 December 2022

Now that we have found Matt, we will never bother with another unreliable tradie again!! Matt did the most perfect job, installing our Bunnings kitchen. He was so reliable and really friendly, even building me a little shelf out of the leftovers!! Our kitchen has had a complete makeover and we are so grateful. We’ve already recommended him to friends and he only left a few hours ago. 11/10

Joiner & Shop Fitter

$50

Shellharbour City Centre NSW, Australia

30th Oct 2022

Joiner and shop fitter to do shop fitting

Joinery job

$300

Mount Warrigal NSW, Australia

19th Oct 2022

Stain and attach timber boards to the base of the seating booth in the picture - Due date: Flexible

Joinery for small kitchen job a basic pantry and microwave shelf

$500

Wollongong NSW, Australia

19th May 2022

Put in a pantry at the edge of kitchen and a shelf for microwve - Due date: Flexible

Joinery work

$1,500

Calderwood NSW 2527, Australia

1st Dec 2021

Hi, I would like to get multi joinery tasks to be completed in our brand new house in Calderwood near Albion Park. Tasks below. 1. Shelves in Garage full lenth. Reference pics attached. 2. Shelves in walk-in robe in master bedroom and in wardrobe in other two bedroom's 3. Shelves in Laundry. 4. TV wall mount. 5. Some picture hanging hooks Date is not confirmed yet, but will be in January. Budget can be discussed based on clear discussion such as complete job with material Please mention rough estimated budget in comments.