Find a Carpenter you can trust in Aberlour.

Choose from 21 Carpenters, all rated by people like you.

Over 1 reviews & an average rating of 3.7/5 stars, you'll find the right pro

Choose and shortlist

Use the shortlist button to select up to 4 tradespeople, enter your project details and press send

or

Keen to get on with the job?

Get up to 4 quotes from local Carpenters near you

View Shortlist

Recent Carpenter Enquiries

16 Jan

Kitchen | Fitting

Aberlour - AB38

Enquiry from: Wendy a

Start Date: Immediate

Wooden window repair Lead Wooden window repair Lead

installation of new kitchen, supplied already assembled units from wrens kitchens. 6 base units and 4 wall units, with solid wood work tops. please provide quote and estimated date of installation. ...

Post a similar request >

16 Oct

Garden | Sheds

Aberlour - AB38

Enquiry from: Kim S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

We are looking for a shed to house an electric box, water pump and filters. No window needed, basic and secure the priority. Customer made ideal dependent on price. Are you the property owner: Owner...

Post a similar request >

08 Aug

Garden | Sheds

Aberlour - AB38

Enquiry from: Maureen S

Start Date: Immediate

I am looking to erect a Shed in my Garden. It must be damp proof So therefore insulated. I would need lighting and an electrical socket.I would like it to be at least 10ft x 10ft but unsure of any pla...

Post a similar request >

17 Jun

Garden | Sheds

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Alex C

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, Our wooden garden shed roof seems to be leaking, we believe the roof felt has worn out? If this could be replaced or with a better material asap would be much appreciated. Can post pictures ove...

Post a similar request >

21 Mar

Windows | Wooden | Repair

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: David G

Start Date: Immediate

17 No. sash and case windows require refurbishment. Missing and loose putty to be replaced. Wooden window sills replaced. General refurbishment of any damaged woodwork. All sanded and primed and finis...

Post a similar request >

22 Jan

Windows | Wooden | Repair

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Michelle A

Start Date: 3+ months

sash window refurbishment. timber appears good condition. windows are painted shut and some strings broken. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what service ar...

Post a similar request >

30 May

Garden | Decking

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Struan M

Start Date: Immediate

customer in the keith area made an enquiry a couple of projects including wooden decking.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you the prope...

Post a similar request >

04 Aug

Carpentry

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Lee S

Start Date: Immediate

would like a shed to be built in the garden, dimensions would roughly be 4 metres x 3 metres. i am looking to get an estimated and how long it would take to build. many thanks lee time scale: immediat...

Post a similar request >

04 Aug

Flooring | Wooden

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Robin L

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property is this for a residential or commerial building: domestic other forms: wood flooring agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call ...

Post a similar request >

03 Aug

Carpentry

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Emeka A

Start Date: Immediate

dismantle part of a 3- seater sofa in order to get pass through a lounge door time scale: immediate please call to appoint

Post a similar request >

19 Mar

Garden | Sheds

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Alistair W

Start Date: Immediate

An 8 x 10 greenhouse Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Roughly the size of your garden: 31+ m2 Garden Type: Back garden, Front garden Do you have a design: Y...

Post a similar request >

13 Jan

Garden | Sheds

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Euan S

Start Date: Less than one month

I am looking for a quote for a 12ft by 8 or 10ft shed with 2 x windows. I would also like to partition up to about 4ft high (at the back of the shed) to make a dog kennel with a hinged roof. also a h...

Post a similar request >

07 Jul

Windows | Wooden | Repair

Fochabers - IV32

Enquiry from: Suzanne J

Start Date: Immediate

Window panel has a massive crack in it. Frame is old style window frame that slides up and down. Number of Windows: 1 Material: Wood Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) What level of...

Post a similar request >

05 Jun

Garden | Sheds

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Helen M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Garden shed no larger than 5 ft x 5ft. for new home at 6 grant st Burghead

Post a similar request >

19 Feb

Kitchen | Fitting

Keith - AB55

Enquiry from: Cath T

Start Date: Less than one month

New worktops , splashback , electrical points , hob and sink . Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What level of service do you require: Install Only Do you have all of the required mate...

Post a similar request >

31 Jan

Kitchen | Fitting

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Kevin S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Old kitchen taken out and new kitchen installed Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have all of the required materials for your kitchen already: Yes Agreed to recieve Kitchen Supp...

Post a similar request >

20 Sep

Garden | Sheds

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Lewis D

Start Date: Less than one month

8ft by 6ft with door on the long wall of the shed Time scale: Less than one month

Post a similar request >

09 Aug

Garden | Decking

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Jim D

Start Date: Immediate

We would like someone to design and install some decking in our back garden. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached What level of service do you require: Supply and ...

Post a similar request >

22 May

Carpentry

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Simon M

Start Date: Immediate

Fitted wardrobe quote for 2 bedrooms and shelving and clothes rail for hallway required.

Post a similar request >

26 Apr

Garden | Decking

Elgin - IV30

Enquiry from: Ken P

Start Date: Immediate

Owner of static home and wanting some decking around the property. *

Post a similar request >

How much do Carpenter services cost?

Do you have a need for a carpenter in or around your house? If yes, then one of the first things you’d probably want to know is the exact amount it would cost to get the project over the line. Now, carpenters are skilled craftsmen that are able to make things with wood and fabricate all sorts of wood constructions. The price charged by carpenters are determined by a wide range of factors which makes it nearly impossible to provide a short and accurate estimate without having a look at your unique requirements. In this post, we’re going to give you an in-depth insight into general carpentry charges while also considering some of the influencing factors. Let’s take a look!

Some of the most common factors that determines the price charged by a carpenter includes the project type, the size as well as scope of the project, the location of project, ease of access, experience and qualification of the carpenter and lots more. For instance, if the job is a minor one such as building a shed, it’ll cost a lot less than something more complex which requires a bit more experience like constructing a staircase. In general, building a shed will have a labour cost within the range of £150 to about £250, while a staircase construction will require a labour cost in between £1,000 to £1,500. For general carpentry, you can expect to pay within the range of £20 to £30 hourly rate depending on a number of factors which are stated above. It’s also important to state that while some carpenters charge per hour, others by the day and several of their projects will be charged at fixed prices.

The table reveals the kinds of work that Carpenters normally do and also the regular cost range of these jobs. Some tasks take longer to finish than others so costs do differ by task.

View our Carpenter cost guide View our Carpenter advice

The average price
of a Carpenter in Aberlour is:

£879

Carpenter job Carpenter cost in 2024
Kitchen Fitting in Aberlour £975-£2,495
Carpenters and joiners in Aberlour £375-£575
Plasterboard dry lining in Aberlour £638-£978
Wood flooring in Aberlour £750-£1,150
Wooden decking in Aberlour £1,125-£1,725
Garden shed in Aberlour £450-£690
Wooden window repair in Aberlour £320-£480

Related Carpenter searches in Aberlour

Carpenter FAQs

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 to build a shed base on uneven ground?
Building a shed base on uneven ground can be as easy as digging out a sub-base and checking that it’s level. You can dig down until the soil is light brown and rather compact, then work out where the ground is uneven and move soil around to compensate. Add a weed-blocking membrane down then put plastic grids in to act as your shed base or continue to make a sub-base for paving slabs or concrete. However, you could also build a timber shed base on uneven ground using concrete blocks to level it out.
  1. Mark out the area and dig the top layer of soil, trying to get the ground as flat as possible.
  2. Build a timber frame to size.
  3. Measure out 4 rows of 3 blocks to create good weight distribution and lay in place.
  4. Underneath each block, dig around 50mm wider than the blocks and about 150mm deep. Fill the hole with pea gravel until it’s flat.
  5. Place timber planks along the rows of blocks and see how level it is. Add or remove blocks where necessary. If it’s only a small difference, use shingle underneath the timber until it’s level.
  6. Nail your timber shed base to the timber planks to create a sturdy base for your shed.
If you’ve got any questions about building a shed base on uneven ground, it’s best leaving it to the pros. Get in touch with a range of builders who will be able to offer you a quote.
How to dot and dab plasterboard?

How To Dot And Dab A Plasterboard

If you want a fast and simple way to achieve a smooth and sturdy wall which is decoration-ready, then dot and dab plasterboard is the way to go! It’s a relative simple process but can also be a bit challenging. Therefore, if you lack the necessary training or experience, hiring a professional would be a great step to protect your investment and guarantee the best results. Here, we’ll provide you with a deep insight into the plasterboard’s dot and dab procedures. Let’s have a look!

• At the thickness of the board with the adhesive, mark the ceiling and floor as well as the wall to indicate the centre of each board.

• Ensure the wall’s height is 15mm more than the plasterboard

• Make a mixture of the adhesive and achieve a thick consistency. Apply a consistent layer of the mixture around the wall’s perimeter, edge of the ceiling and any other openings with the use of a trowel.

• Select dabs that are about 250mm long and 50mm to 75mm wide and apply the adhesive in them. Make use of 3 vertical rows for individual boards. Also ensure to apply, at skirting level, a band of adhesive.

• Position the board’s reverse side against the dabs, and laying against the packers. Then make the board align with the ceiling and floor marks with the help of a straight edge.

• Raise the board till its tight against the ceiling with a board lifter. Once done, use the plasterboard to wedge the board into place before you remove the board lifter.

• Repeat the same process for the remaining parts of the room. Once completed, make sure the adhesive is set before you remove the boards.

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.

How to build a deck frame?
Building a simple deck frame, or decking subframe, that you’re laying on level ground is easy if you take time to prepare and get all the things you need. We’ll go through the steps on how to build a deck frame here. Tools and equipment To get building your deck frame, you’ll need:
  • Decking joists
  • Coach screws
  • Coach bolts
  • Combi drill
  • Socket set
  • A saw suitable for your project and the thickness of the timber
  • Pencil
  • Decking preservative
  • Sandpaper or sander
Build your subframe
  1. Measure your deck frame and cut to size if necessary.
  2. Make 2 pencil marks on each end of the frame’s 2 outer joists to mark where the coach screws will go. They need to align with the centre of the adjoining outer joist. Then, use a flat wood drill bit to drill recesses into each mark. Make them the same depth of the screws that your using’s head and wide enough for a ratchet or socket to tighten them.
  3. Using a thinner drill bit, line up the outer joists and drill a pilot hole through the middle of the recess. These pilot holes act as a guide for the screws and stops them from splitting the wood.
  4. Fit the coach screws with either a drill driver or socket and ratchet.
  5. Repeat the process for the inner joists once you’ve assembled the outer frame.
IMPORTANT: While you’re building your deck frame and the decking itself, remember to cover all pilot holes and ends of timber in decking preservative to ensure that your decking remains structurally sound for as long as possible. Though relatively simple, building a deck frame and the decking will take some time. It would be much quicker and easier to get a professional in to do it, who could represent more value for money.
How to cut plasterboard?

Cutting a plasterboard is a relatively simple process requiring only some basic tools. Unfortunately, the lack of knowledge serves as big deterrent for many people who wishes to put it to good use. Plasterboard can actually be sawn using an ordinary timber saw that’s fine-toothed to get a cleaner edge. However, the basic tools you may also need includes a sharp knife (Stanley Knife), pencil, a fine sandpaper, a straight edge and measurement tape as well as a wall board saw. Let’s have a look at the cutting process!

• Firstly, you need to put the plasterboard sheet flat on a firm surface.

• Use the tape measurement to measure the cut you wish to make.

• With the help of a pencil, simply mark out the part you wish to cut on the plasterboard’s front side.

• Once marked, place a spirited level over the marked spot on the plasterboard sheet you want to cut.

• Cut a shallow mark into the plasterboard sheet using the Stanley Knife to cut along the edge.

• The cut should be slow and gradual to ensure you do not wander off the edge of the marked area.

• Once the shallow cut has been made, turn the plasterboard sheet on its edge and deliver a quick and sharp push towards the plasterboard’s back and on one side of the cut.

• Place the plasterboard sheet backing against a flat surface ensuring the line of the cut is over an edge. Once done, give a quick and sharp push towards the back of the plasterboard sheet and on the part of the board is reaches beyond the edge.

• Using a fine sandpaper, remove all forms of paper burrs.

The process of cutting plasterboard requires a lot of practice. If you lack the training and experience, the cutting process is best left to a proficient professional who can guarantee the best results the first time and save you some additional costs due to potential damages.

How much maintenance will a wooden deck need?

Properly installed wooden decking will not need a lot of maintenance. Most manufacturers recommend regularly brushing leaves and dirt off the deck, and a yearly cleaning and staining procedure. This will keep the wood in the best condition. Fluids and treatments are readily available from all DIY shops and stores.

How to plasterboard a brick wall?

How To Plasterboard A Brick Wall

Do you want to cover your brick wall with plasterboard? The key to success here is the preparation. You must ensure that brick wall is prepared well enough to receive the plasterboard. To get started, there’s the need to attach wood furring strips to the wall which serves as studs in a wood frame structure. This way, the plasterboard will be prevented from getting in touch with the brick. You can always hang pictures or any other forms of decoration in between the gap between the walls. Let’s have a look!

lAttach Furring Strips

• Get a 2 inch by 4 inch wood stud and apply a bead of construction adhesive.

• Using a masonry bit, drill a pilot hole through the wood stud’s base as well as the brick wall.

• Hit a 3 inch fluted nail through the hole using a sledgehammer

• Using a construction adhesive, bind a horizontal 2 inch by 3 inch stud to the upper edge of the wall.

• Using an adhesive, bind the length of a 2 inch by 3 inch stud on its wide side.

• Use a masonry drill to drill a hole on the wood stud and 1 1/2 inches into the brick wall.

• Hit a 3 inch fluted nail through the pilot hole.

lApply Plasterboard

• Hold a plasterboard sheet against the furring strips.

• Use plasterboard screw to hold the drywall sheets in place.

• Use fibreglass to cover the joints where the two plasterboard sheets meet.

• Use a thin layer of the joint compound on the tape. Once done, screw it using a 6 inch taping knife, then allow to dry overnight.

• Use a sandpaper to smooth the joint compound.

• Use a fresh coat of the joint compound to block the holes and joints. Once done, allow the compound to dry.

• Use a light sandpaper to smooth the final coat.

Plasterboarding a brick wall is a simple task but the preparation part must be done right to protect your investment. Therefore, we’d recommend you hire the services of a skilful professional, who can guarantee the best results especially if you lack enough training and experience to carry out a DIY project.

Carpenter help and advice

How it works

Tell us about your Carpenter project

Answer a few quick questions to help us match you with the right Carpenter

Get up to 4 free quotes

Receive no-obligation quotes from 4 Carpenters working in Aberlour.

Pick the right pro for you

Compare prices, customer reviews and services, and hire the right Carpenter.

Are you a Carpenter in Aberlour?

View our open Carpenter jobs near you

Join today
View Shortlist