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Recent Carpentry tasks

I need two custom shelving units

€1,500

Kilmainham, Dublin

23rd Apr 2026

The shelves are for stirage and as well have function. Ine needs to be a steps to bunk bed. The second one is to be the window seat too. This part will be more complex as the window sill needs to be removed and the top seat needs to extend over the shelve and where the window sill used to be

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€9,999

Cappagh, Dublin

21st Apr 2026

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€9,999

Esker North, Dublin

21st Apr 2026

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Carpentry plays a massive part in our lives. From the chairs we sit on to the homes we live in, so much of what we interact with has gone through the hands of a carpenter at one point.

With their extensive work experience, carpenters can help with projects of all sizes. If you’re building an extension or adding a carport to your home, an experienced carpenter can create a frame that’s built to last and meets all council regulations.

On the other hand, if you’re looking at the finer details of your home, a carpenter can be of great assistance too. From small detailing like replacing skirting boards and adding wall partitions, to refurbishing your dining table and chairs, hiring a skilled labourer and having them on your construction site can make all the difference.

With Airtasker, you can quickly and easily find the best carpenter in your area for your job. Simply tell us what you’re looking for, where you’re based, and what your budget is, and we’ll connect you with carpenters nearby your area. You can then browse profiles, read reviews and get in touch with your favourite craftsman to get your project underway!

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Top Carpentry related questions

Carpenters work with wood in all manner of ways. From timber framing for a house or carport to the finishing touches on furniture, carpenters are hired for jobs large and small.
In Australia, certified carpenters will have normally completed a Certificate III (or above) in Carpentry and Joinery, or a similar course through TAFE, and an apprenticeship. You may find that older carpenters learned their skills through a traineeship.
Not all carpenters offer the same services. An experienced cabinet maker may not be the best choice if you want timber framing done, while a decking expert may not have the credentials to refurbish your furniture. Picking someone with experience in your field is a great way to get high-
While some carpenters have specific areas of expertise, you can employ someone to do a number of small woodworking jobs in one visit. This can be the same job in a number of rooms or different jobs throughout the house. Remember though that some carpentry jobs require more than one day to complete.
Depending on their specialty and level of training, you may find that a carpenter comes under a different name. From specific tasks such as cabinet maker to more general terms like artisan, joiner or woodworker, there are plenty of variations for carpentry workers.
The average price of carpentry services on Airtasker is $250, but depending on the service you need, this can easily range from $120 to $450.

For certain types of carpentry tasks, you may need to enquire as to what specialist licenses may be required to undertake your task as this can vary. Please make sure that you confirm that a Tasker has the relevant licence and insurance before accepting an offer.

A carpenter primarily focuses on working with wood to construct or repair structures such as furniture, framing, doors, and cabinets. They typically specialize in tasks that require woodworking skills, like installing trim or building custom pieces. A builder, on the other hand, oversees and manages the overall construction of buildings or structures, coordinating different trades (including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical) to ensure a project is completed on time and within budget.

Carpenters need to be careful of several safety risks, such as sharp tools, heavy machinery, and working with materials that can splinter or cause injury. They should also be mindful of their posture and body mechanics to avoid repetitive strain or injury, especially when lifting or carrying heavy materials. Additionally, carpenters should follow proper safety protocols when working in environments with dust, fumes, or potential hazards like electrical wiring to minimize health risks and ensure safe work conditions.

Top Joiner related questions

Joinery sets itself apart from carpentry in the way it’s done and in the scale it’s in. While both work on wood installations, carpentry is usually done on-site on a smaller scale and usually on fixtures already. In comparison, joinery is done at a larger scale in a dedicated workshop, typically building bigger home installations like stairs, doors, and door and window frames.

No, especially since joinery is the type of work that is usually done in a workshop rather than on-site. Planers, circular saws, and other machinery are involved in crafting some of these larger-scale installations for your home. Suppose that some joinery can indeed be done on-site. Taskers are experts who are expected to come to work prepared not just with the skills but also the tools needed to get the job done.

This would depend on how much joinery is needed to be made, be it for repairs and minor renovations or a construction project built from the ground up. Regardless, expect a bit of time for local joiners near you to finish your joinery in their workshops and deliver them to your home or site. It is best to discuss timelines with your Taskers to manage expectations.

Typically, yes. However, how long a Tasker will guarantee the work would vary from case to case. For all we know, a Tasker may be confident about the work and give an extended warranty. Regardless, Taskers will work on the projects to the best of their ability to ensure that the finished product would last long. For specific warranty questions, it would be best to discuss this with your Tasker.

Yes, you can, but it comes with certain risks. For one, you would likely be unable to come up with something of similar or better quality than someone who is more qualified and has years of experience to deal with these kinds of jobs. This is where Airtasker comes in by connecting you to different Taskers who can do it for you with high quality and less effort, at a reasonable cost.

There is no correct answer for this as this would depend on the complexity of the work and the amount of joinery that needs to be made, among other things. You can gauge your estimated costs on the Taskers’ initial quotations when you put up a task. However, these costs may be subject to negotiation and change depending on how the project goes.

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What does a carpenter 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 can help you with many different tasks. 

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 focussed 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. 

Recent Carpentry tasks

Skirting, carpentry, fixes and fitting

€400

Ringsend, Dublin

19th Apr 2026

Job Description: I am looking for a reliable, multi-skilled handyman or junior carpenter to complete several upgrades in my 2-bedroom apartment in Dublin 2. I have already purchased all materials (laminate flooring, skirting boards, locks, and wood for the console). You only need to provide your own professional tools and labor. The Task List: Flooring: Install laminate flooring in [Insert Room Name Skirting boards throughout (mitre cuts for corners required). Carpentry: Wall-mount and console table and one TV unit/slab. General Maintenance: Fix/tighten loose door locks and kitchen cupboard hinges. Electrical: light fittings (simple swaps). Timeline: I expect this to take roughly 1.5 to 2 days. I am looking for someone who can work efficiently to complete the list within this timeframe. Requirements: Must have your own saw and drill Previous experience with laminate flooring is essential. Clean worker who will respect a residential apartment. Budget: I am offering €350 for the total labor for this project. Location: Dublin 2

Fix lever on high window. Fix decking. Seal wood. Gutter.

€100

Cabra, Dublin

18th Apr 2026

I need them to fix a lever on a high window that will require a high ladder. I also want to get decking fixed and some sealing of wood that is leaking. Also need a shed roof replaced but that can be separate. Just put 100 to be able to submit; quote to be provided.

Carpentry work

€1,000

Skehacreggaun, Limerick

11th Apr 2026

Putting a washing machine and dryer under the stairs and finishing with a door. Also required is a press and cabinet

Build a small cabinet for washing machine in kitchen

€130

Gibbons, Dublin

28th Feb 2026

Fill space in between and build small cabinet for washing machine

Carpentery

€350

Donnycarney, Dublin

15th Feb 2026

Build a new box in white wood around esb meter and fuseboard. Door to open at meter, another door to open at fuseboard. Measures 32 inches across, 44 inches down. Box should also cover wires coming from ceiling. Alarm not to be covered. Also box in wires in press with immersion. Provide all materials.

Replace piece of wood in kitchen

€100

Cabra, Dublin

24th Jan 2026

Piece of wood above stove has swollen with moisture. Please replace wood.

Errect 2 100cm x 60cm kitchen press cabinets, errect bookshelf

€150

Mountanville, Dublin

11th Oct 2025

2 ikea kitchen press cabinets for wall 100cm x 60cm and doors, 1 full height bookshelf

Non removable stain

€500

Ballyowen, Dublin

24th Sep 2025

Hi , new bed that’s badly stained and non removable on headboard . Please provide an invoice on estimate costs ? Would need a proper deep clean .

Make a kitchen cabinet with shelves, doors. 8 Ft, length 6.5 Ft

€3,500

Innplot, Galway

26th Aug 2025

Kitchen press, double doors. Hot 8ft, length 6.5 Ft . Double Shaker style doors. Colour Ivory or off white preferably.

Kitchen surfaces, cupboards. Secure bookshelf. Secure cabinet.

€1,000

Cork, Cork

1st Aug 2025

We want to replace our kitchen counters, remove a dishwasher and build a cupboard, add some additional shelves in cupboards. Also secure a bookshelf to the wall and hang a bathroom cabinet.

Replace timber deck with composite deck

€3,500

Caherwalter, Galway

20th Jun 2025

I have an old Timber Deck of 4.5X 4 m , and would like to replace it with a Composite deck

Staining oak table

€200

Knocknalurgan, Cork

18th Jan 2025

Change oak stain on dining table from a red oak to a grey oak

Remove wooden slats frim front of shed and re build the front of shed.

€123

Templeogue, Dublin

9th Jan 2025

Block built shed, front of shed with door and window. Front is totally wood, its water damaged rotten. Needs to be removed and replace the whole front.

Wooden fence connecting shed and house needs fixing

€300

Clyduff, Cork

13th Dec 2024

Heavy wooden fence with entrance door damaged and knocked during recent storms need putting back up. They serve as border between driveaway garden and keep the garden private and connect the steeltech shed to the house. Also, the wooden gate leading to clothesline behind the shed was blown off due to some wood rot in the recent storms.

Cabinet fixed

€150

Pembroke, Cork

3rd Nov 2024

Mid century cabinet. Re vinvyled new handles and legs installed. Sanded and polished.

Fix wooden garden shed

€250

Stillorgan Park, Dublin

31st Oct 2024

Garden shed needs maintenance. Some wood panels need replacing. Then paint with suitable paint/protector.

Carpenter or handyman to fix wooden bin cover that the top broken

€50

Townparks, Dublin

23rd Jun 2024

Wooden bin storage. My husband was moving it to pain the wall behind and the whole top lifted off.

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