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Carpentry in Kent

Searching for carpenters and joiners within Kent? Our carpenters and joiners in Kent will be able to supply you with the best prices for getting work carried out in the home.

Carpenters and joiners are experienced craftsmen responsible for constructing buildings, furnishings along with other objects.

Carpenters work mostly with wood and their role requires a great deal of manual labour. Skills are collected over the years by way of both experience and study and they're used by homeowners, companies, schools, farms and many more, for numerous reasons.

Joiners also work within the timber construction sector and are seen as a type of carpenter, responsible for cutting and fitting wood without having the need for nails, screws and metal fasteners.

We are able to offer you as many as 4 carpenters and joiners, who'll supply quotes for the work. You'll receive a household visit from specialists in Kent who are properly trained in woodworking or joinery.

Average Carpenters and joiners cost in Kent

The common cost of Carpenters and joiners is £500. Costs vary based on the materials and the firm hired. The upper price range can be as high as £575. The material costs are generally around £125

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Carpenters and joiners installation cost in Kent 2024

Labour cost £350
Material cost £125
Waste removal £25
Time frame: 1-2 days

Carpenters and joiners searches in March 2024

Carpenters and joiners Projects in Kent in February 2024

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Requests for Carpenters and joiners quotations in Kent in February 2024. -100% change from January 2024.

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Requests for Carpenters and joiners quotations in South East in February 2024. -71% change from January 2024.

We noted 29,649 requests for property quotations in Kent. Of these quote requests the amount of carpenters and joiners quotes within Kent was 0. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these customers with as many as four suitable fitters who were available for work in Kent during those times. Request a free property survey from trustworthy companies within Kent.

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Kent

Kent is sometimes known as the Garden of England and boasts a population of 1.6 million. This makes it the seventh biggest district in Britain for population size and despite this, only has a density of 1,170 people per square mile. Kent is found in the southeast of England, with Canterbury its only city. Additional significant towns in the county include Maidstone, Dover and Folkestone, with the unitary district of Medway included as well within the county. For all of your home improvements, make sure you compare quotations from trustworthy companies in Kent to get the right price for the project.

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13 Mar

Carpentry

West Malling - ME19

Enquiry from: Anindya N

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wood cladding of staircase of a new built property and fitted furniture for bedroom and living room

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10 Mar

Carpentry

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Sarah E

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I'm looking to have a unit built in our lounge 3.7m x 2.6m. We want to use it for vinyl/music storage. Something a bit like this but only on one wall - https://ibb.co/5c*** so with cupboards at the bo...

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28 Feb

Carpentry

Welling - DA16

Enquiry from: Nicholas S

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Good morning I am looking to have some doors cut down after a carpet / flooring is laid also asking about maybe a bi fold door being fitted also. Regards nick.

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26 Feb

Carpentry

West Malling - ME19

Enquiry from: Jo O

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We have a grade II listed property. The floor in the converted attic is very uneven and currently a covered boarded layer. There is a lot of creaking. Looking to resolve/reduce the noise and possibly ...

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21 Feb

Carpentry

Ashford - TN27

Enquiry from: Alison F

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Hello, I have 4 modern mid-century table legs that are cylindrical but just not very tapered at the base. Theu arw only slightly tapered. I'm looking to get them even more tapered towards the base. Is...

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19 Feb

Carpentry

Sevenoaks - TN13

Enquiry from: Ella O

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Hi there, We live in Riverhead, Sevenoaks (TN13) and we want to enquire as to your carpentry services. We need the following: 1. Fitting 5 internal doors and replacing hinges, fitting handles a...

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17 Feb

Carpentry

Cranbrook - TN17

Enquiry from: Michelle R

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We would like a Bench Seat and some shelving

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16 Feb

Carpentry

Ramsgate - CT11

Enquiry from: Tony C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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we have a balcony balastrade at the front of our house that needs replacing we would like someone to copy it fit it and remove the old one thanks tony are you the property owner: owner of the proper...

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14 Feb

Carpentry

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: James S

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Hello, we are looking for two wooden desks and shelves to be added on either side of a fireplace. They will need to roughly be 190cm in length each. Many thanks, James

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12 Feb

Carpentry

Sidcup - DA15

Enquiry from: Ajay K

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Are you looking to hire a carpenter apprentice. If you are please contact me on - ***

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09 Feb

Carpentry

Deal - CT14

Enquiry from: Louise I

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Utility Room remove existing cabinetry/sink and install (Wickes brand) 3 base units to house stand alone washer, dryer and sink plus one 2 door wall unit above. Worktop and sink. End panels will nee...

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06 Feb

Carpentry

Sittingbourne - ME10

Enquiry from: Kerry W

Start Date: Immediate

I’d like a quote for panelling in the hall (small) up the stairs & landing. Also new handrails

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06 Feb

Carpentry

Gravesend - DA12

Enquiry from: Luke S

Start Date: Immediate

Quote to fix the stringer on the first two steps of our staircase. Best to email/text as not able fto take clals due to work.

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03 Feb

Carpentry

Canterbury - CT1

Enquiry from: Richard D

Start Date: Immediate

Quote to supply and fit 6 internal oak doors. (Maybe when you are fitting our kitchen in March?)

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16 Jan

Carpentry

Erith - DA8

Enquiry from: Labib J

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Wardrobes built and made fitted

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15 Jan

Carpentry

Bexley - DA5

Enquiry from: Silvana M

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Need help with wooden mirror to reduce height

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12 Jan

Carpentry

Belvedere - DA17

Enquiry from: Timera A

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Kicked in front door repaired

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12 Jan

Carpentry

Faversham - ME13

Enquiry from: Ian P

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I talked Lee on Thursday when he was working at a property on Preston Grove in Faversham. We live at the bottom of Preston Grove/Lane and have had plans drawn up for an extension and are actively loo...

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08 Jan

Carpentry

Sittingbourne - ME10

Enquiry from: Debbie G

Start Date: Immediate

Hi , we are selling our mums house and need to replace 4 lintels to satisfy a homebuyers report. Is this something you could do? Many thanks Debbie

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04 Jan

Carpentry

Sittingbourne - ME10

Enquiry from: Christine H

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Door to change opening into bathroom to open out onto landing

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FAQs

How many hours does a carpenter work?

The number of hours you would have to invest and the number of holidays you will have will be mentioned on the contract before you undertake a project. It is very common that of you to be asked of work longer than your shift. It is completely your choice if you want to work more hours, but your employer has no right to force it on you.

There are certain guidelines that establishes the maximum number of hours an individual should labour each week. In general, the maximum number of hours for someone not yet 18 years old, is 40 hours in a week, or eight hours a day. For workers who are aged 18 or above, the number of hours increases to 48 hours a week.

You can contact the environmental health department of your local council or the National Health and Safety Executive (0845 345 00 55) for more information and advice about working hours. According to the law, all workers have the right to a holiday of at least 5.6 weeks (or a total of 28 days of paid leave, if you happen to work five days in a week).

Your holidays may be extended than the minimum right, but it is dependent on your employer. The critical things you should keep in mind about holiday rights are:

• holiday entitlement starts as soon as you begin work;

• your employer has a complete say in when you can take your holiday;

• for holidays you get normal pay;

• after completing the job, you will be compensated for any unused holidays.

In order to meet the requirements for the right to once a year leave you need to be categorized as a worker. You will have no statutory right to paid annual leave if you’re self-employed.

You, as a worker will not have a statutory right to paid leave on bank and public holidays. If you are given a paid leave on a bank or public holiday, this can count towards your 4.8 weeks minimum leave privilege. However, you may be provided with a paid leave on bank and public holidays in addition to your annual leave entitlement, if your employer chooses so.

Great Britain has a total of eight permanent bank and public holidays, whereas, Northern Ireland has ten.

There is no automatic right to an enhanced pay rate that you can exercise if you work on a bank or public holiday. Your remuneration depends on your contract of employment.

How much does a stair banister cost?

The flight of steps in your multi-storey household doesn’t have to be purely efficient. With just a little thought given to banister design, the boring flight of stairs can turn into something you would like to show to people and be proud of. Replacement of your banister can even enhance the worth of your property, giving the entry an outstanding presence. But how much will new banisters and spindles cost you?

If you are considering starting with this project, having a help from a professional is always advised.

New banister cost

Banisters are also known as handrails. They are reinforced by balustrades or spindles – a row of pillars that improve the security of the stairway and donate in the direction of the overall look and feel. Banisters and spindles may appear dull due to use over time. A fresh coat of polish might help your staircase get a new facelift.

The cost of new banisters and spindles will fluctuate solely reliant on the material. The price for a new banister starts around £40 for softwood and can reach £120 for a metal one.

Spindle prices are also a contributing factor in determining the cost with prices in the range of £30 to £150 per meter based on the materials used.

How much does a new staircase banister cost?

Hiring a professional is very important when trying to properly install a new banister since they are familiar with the process and work as per safety compliance. Fitting your new banister can be easily taken care by a general builder as well as a carpenter.

Below is a table depicting the average costs of different types of bannisters and spindles:

White oak bannister is around £105 and spindles are around £13.50.

Pine bannister is around £35 and spindles are around £7.

Primed wood bannister costs around £31 and spindles costing around £18.

Metal bannister is around £110 with the spindles being around £6.

How much does it cost to hang a door?

Check your Price's door installation cost calculator and charges guide will allow you to estimate both typical labours only costs for door hanging & installations, renovations and repairs as well as the total estimate for comprehensive door installation projects.

• Door & Frame Installation Job and the average Cost in £'s

• uPVC door installation including glazing & architrave costs around £90 per door

• uPVC french & patio door sets including glazing & architrave costs around £120 per pair

• Softwood french & patio door sets including architrave costs around £180 per door

• Hardwood french & patio door sets including architrave would cost around £250 per pair

• Softwood internal door hanging only would be around £40 per door

• Hardwood internal door hanging only would set you back around £48 per door

• Softwood external door hanging only is around £60 per door

• Hardwood external door hanging would cost around £70 per door

• Locks, letterboxes & door furniture timber doors are around £15 per Item

• Glazing £15 per pane

• Brick cut-outs single doors is around £60 per cut-out

• French or patio door brick cut-outs will be around £90 per cut-out

• New lintels will cost around £150 per lintel

Door Repair Costs and Charges

Estimate door mending labour charges by totalling the unit costs of the mandatory jobs. The complete door repair cost includes the total labour charge plus the cost of all parts, fixtures and fittings. A call out charge may be added on jobs totalling less than £100.

Average Cost of Door Repair Job

Replacement glazing units for uPVC doors will be around £15 per unit

Replacement glazing units for timber doors is around £20 per unit

Replacement door glass pined & putty will cost£30 per pane

Replacement handles are around £10 each and general repair work will cost you £25 per hour

Building & FENSA certificate charges

FENSA certificates are obligatory for maximum door replacements and new build setting up prices differ from council to council.

Average Cost of Window Repair Job: One to two doors will cost around £85

Average Cost of Door Fixtures & Fittings Removal Job

Removing internal doors will cost around £10

Removing internal door liners will cost around £15

Removing external timber doors will cost about £10

Removing External timber door frame will be around £20

Removing external uPVC door & frame removal will be around £30 and Rubbish disposal will cost £150 per ton.

How much does it cost to hire a carpenter?

Considerations

If you're thinking about making changes around your household that include working with wood, you ought to hire a local carpenter. Looking to fix a loose piece? Or looking for some drastic improvements? A carpentry expert might be the top choice.

General carpenters are expert woodsmen and know a variety of areas from grounds to gear. Maximum carpentry depends on a rudimentary set of skills which your worker may choose to build upon by specialising. For example, few carpenters have a talent for wood repair, building original constructions or manufacturing furniture.

Time

The extent of time it takes to complete a certain project is another consideration to be kept in mind. This is particularly essential if you are on a constricted timeline or dealing with time limitations. Most carpentry projects take about 13 hours to finish. Although, this is purely dependent on the intricacy of the project and the pre-arranged timeline you and your carpenter agree to.

The cost to hire a general carpenter in the UK amounts to £20 to £25 per hour on an average. Though, it is always imperative to speak with a professional in carpentry services about this.

General Carpentry Costs in the UK:

• National Minimum Cost is £20

• National Maximum Cost is £25

• The national average is around £22

Cost Comparison of Popular Carpentry Services in the UK (Average Hourly Rate):

• Furniture Refinishing is around £17

• A Cabinet Repair is around £23

• Finish Carpentry will set you back a minimum of £30

• General Carpentry is around £20

• Fine Woodworking is about £20

Carpentry is a brilliant method to improve your household and to help maintain its visual pleasantness. Finding a decent carpenter at the correct value is a vital area that needs undivided attention in terms of your project. Whether you're reinforcing your staircase or looking for a total renovation of the house that would change its look, a general carpenter will complete your project to the highest standards.

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