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Recent Carpenter Enquiries

06 Sep

Garden | Sheds

Oldham - OL2

Enquiry from: Les H

Start Date: Immediate

old wooden shed dismantling and removing new 6×4 kelter plastic shed building are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: small garden what level of service are you looking for: ...

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20 Feb

Carpentry

Oldham - OL3

Enquiry from: Justyna G

Start Date: Immediate

Staircase renovation: - treads only (no spindles or balustrades, wall on both side of the staircase); - 13 treads in total (1st flight -11 treads; 2nd flight - 2 treads); - around 85-90 cm in widt...

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17 Jul

Garden | Sheds

Oldham - OL2

Enquiry from: Jane H

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an enquiry for garden shed and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a carpenter.mrs lives in the oldham area and would like a call to discuss options.see below deta...

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16 Jul

Garden | Sheds

Oldham - OL9

Enquiry from: Khadija B

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customer made an enquiry for garden shed and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a carpenter.miss lives in the oldham area and would like a call to discuss options.see below det...

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27 Jun

Carpentry

Oldham - OL1

Enquiry from: Abigail H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

supply and fit a staircase in a terraced property. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden staircases do you require a door(s): back ...

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10 Apr

Garden | Decking

Oldham - OL9

Enquiry from: Jo-Anne S

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a carpenter.miss lives in the oldham area and would like a call to discuss options.see below ...

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23 Mar

Carpentry

Oldham - OL1

Enquiry from: Jahanggir A

Start Date: Immediate

i need 7 internal doors to be fitted are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden window/doors, other how many window...

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17 Mar

Carpentry

Oldham - OL9

Enquiry from: Colette M

Start Date: Less than one month

six oak internal doors and one double door going into kitchen with glass are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden ...

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23 Jan

Garden | Decking

Oldham - OL1

Enquiry from: Gary D

Start Date: Immediate

customer has a gardening & landscaping project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for wooden decking. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a carpenter.confir...

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09 Dec

Garden | Sheds

Oldham - OL8

Enquiry from: Lara B

Start Date: Immediate

internal door and shed door are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden window/doors how many windows do you need: 5+...

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02 Dec

Garden | Sheds

Oldham - OL8

Enquiry from: Lara B

Start Date: Immediate

internal door and shed door are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden window/doors how many windows do you need: 5+...

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27 Nov

Garden | Sheds

Oldham - OL8

Enquiry from: Lara B

Start Date: Immediate

internal door and shed door are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden window/doors how many windows do you need: 5+...

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20 May

Garden | Sheds

Oldham - OL2

Enquiry from: Olive A

Start Date: Immediate

erect a 6ft xx 8ft wooden shed are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) do you have a: large garden what level of service are you looking for: install please call to appoint

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02 Apr

Garden | Decking

Oldham - OL2

Enquiry from: Phil S

Start Date: Immediate

we are looking for decking a raised area around 6m x 3m are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please cal...

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28 Jan

Carpentry

Oldham - OL4

Enquiry from: Bushra K

Start Date: Immediate

loct stair and installation need a measure

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18 Nov

Garden | Decking

Oldham - OL9

Enquiry from: Chris G

Start Date: Immediate

hedges and shrubs cut. small lawn cut and borders tidied. are you the property owner: owner property type: semi detached garden type: front garden garden type: back garden, front garden work required:...

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02 Nov

Carpentry

Oldham - OL9

Enquiry from: Ruksana B

Start Date: Immediate

door is already installed just can’t get the lock to latch. would like someone to fit the lock/handle properly thank you. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace wha...

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18 Oct

Garden | Decking

Oldham - OL2

Enquiry from: Patrik S

Start Date: Immediate

hello, i would like to ask if you would take on a project to do following: new fence from both sides (possible even new posts) decking around house extension and a little bit into the back garden rem...

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17 Sep

Carpentry

Oldham - OL8

Enquiry from: Graham L

Start Date: Less than one month

bought a composite front door tried to fit it but it became too heavy, then covid started been sat in front hall since march time scale: less than one month please call to appoint

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11 Sep

Garden | Sheds

Oldham - OL9

Enquiry from: Makon M

Start Date: Immediate

16 ftx 8 feet wooden shed installation. Heavy panels. Need a quote please

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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.

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The average price
of a Carpenter in Oldham is:

£879

Carpenter job Carpenter cost in 2025
Kitchen Fitting in Oldham £975-£2,495
Carpenters and joiners in Oldham £375-£575
Plasterboard dry lining in Oldham £638-£978
Wood flooring in Oldham £750-£1,150
Wooden decking in Oldham £1,125-£1,725
Garden shed in Oldham £450-£690
Wooden window repair in Oldham £320-£480

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Carpenter FAQs

How much plasterboard do I need?

How Much Plasterboard Do I Need?

Although many people especially contractors have a tough time estimating the number of drywall or plasterboard needed to complete a project, it’s a rather simple task if all factors are taken into consideration. If you’re able to follow the same procedures taken by professionals to count dry wall sheets, you’ll be in the right direction. Let’s have a look at the procedures to follow!

lTake Square Footage Measurement

• Measure the square footage of the area where the plasterboard will be fitted.

• Multiply the height by the width of each wall or ceiling area.

• Add all quantities to obtain a total square-foot amount.

lCalculate Drywall Sheets

• To calculate the number of drywall or plasterboard sheet is very simple once you’ve gotten the total square footage.

• To get started, simply divide the total square footage of area by 32 (that’s if you are using a 4 by 8 sheets) or you can also make use of 48 to make the division (only if you’re making use of the 4 by 12 sheets).

• The answer you get after the division will give you the full number of plasterboard sheets that’s required to complete the project.

We’d recommend you include an extra 10 to 15 percent of whatever you calculate to take care of the possible odd cuts and wastages. This implies that if your total area is 1600 square feet while incorporating 4 by 8 sheets, simply divide 1600 by 32 which equals 50 sheets, now take 10% of 50 which equals 5, then add back the 5 extra to the 50 sheets earlier calculated to get 55 sheets. If you wish to estimate the cost, simply multiply the number of sheets gotten by the price per sheet. Do not forget to include delivery charges and local taxes.

Who makes the best garden sheds?
Who makes the best garden sheds? While you think there might be a straightforward answer, who makes the best shed for you depends on what you need it for, how much space you have and more. We’ll help you find out who makes the best garden shed for you. What to look for in a garden shed Before you fork out for a new shed, consider:
  • What you need the shed for
  • How much space you have
  • How big you need the shed to be
  • Which style of roof you want
  • What material you would like
  • How big your budget is
Once you know the answer to these questions, you can take a look at some of the best brands of garden shed. Shed-Plus Champion Shed-Plus Champion heavy duty sheds are robust wooden garden sheds that have fully ledged and braced doors and integral ‘lock and key’ locking system. They come with a 15-year anti-rot warranty, so should last you a long time; they’re made from 12mm tongue and groove panels which helps to keep them strong and secure for years to come. Our top pick: 8′ x 6′ Heavy Duty Apex Single Door Shed
  • Hand-crafted from Nordic White Spruce
  • Felt roof reinforced with high-grade polyester
  • Tongue and groove cladding makes it more weatherproof so ideal for items that must be kept dry
Forest Garden Forest Garden makes a range of wooden sheds to suit any outdoor space. They offer overlap sheds, which are the cheapest option, shiplap sheds which are tongue and groove, and premium tongue and groove sheds. You’ll be able to find something to suit your budget and your needs. Our top pick: Overlap Pressure Treated 6×4 Pent Shed
  • High eaves for more head height and to store taller items
  • Pent roof and fixed windows allow lots of light
  • Ideal for putting up against a wall or fence
  • Door can be hinged either side
BillyOh BillyOh sheds are affordable wooden sheds that come in lots of shapes and sizes, so you’re bound to find one to suit your garden. They offer wooden floors as an optional extra as well as lots of other things so you can create a bespoke shed that will work best for you. Our top pick: Master Tall Store
  • Ideal for small gardens or those with fewer tools to store
  • Apex roof for water runoff
  • Tongue and groove walls
  • Tall floor-to-gable door
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 lay decking on uneven ground?
There are two ways to lay decking on uneven ground. We’ve explained how to build a raised deck in our FAQ ‘How to build a raised deck’ above, and that’s great for uneven ground or sloped gardens. But there’s another way that you can lay decking on uneven ground if you don’t want a raised deck: you can create a level supporting base. We’ll go through the basics here. Materials you’ll need
  • Paving slabs – old or cheap ones are fine
  • Timber for the frame and legs
  • Type 1 MOT hardcore
How to lay decking on uneven ground
  1. Mark out the area as we explain in ‘How to lay decking’. Then, dig to 200mm below where you want to surface of the decking to be.
  2. Add a 50mm layer of hardcore and make sure it’s compact.
  3. Build the decking sub-frame as we describe in ‘How to build a deck frame’.
  4. Lay out paving slabs along the edges and in the centre of the area. This will help to spread the weight of the decking.
  5. Set the decking frame on the slabs, checking for high or low points and adding off-cuts of timber where needed. Don’t forget to sand and seal these off-cuts with decking preservative.
  6. Add your joists and then the deck boards, leaving the recommended gaps of expansion of between 5-8mm.
Building your decking on top of paving slabs is a good way to get it level, but you still may not be able to get as good a finish as if a professional did it. If you’re in any doubt, get in contact with some decking specialists and see what they would recommend.
How to felt a shed roof?
Whether you want to felt a new shed roof or you’re re-felting your existing shed roof, it’s simple when you know how. Read our quick guide to see how easy it is.
  1. Remove any existing fascia boards Remove the fascia boards and the old felt if you’re re-felting.
  2. Measure the shed roof Measure the roof, taking into account that you should leave around 50mm for overlaps at the eaves and 75mm at the gable ends. You’ll probably need 3 pieces of felt, but some smaller sheds only need 2.
  3. Apply felt to the roof Once you’ve cut the felt to size, apply the each piece to the roof, pulling it tight. Then nail along the length of the roof at 100mm intervals. For nails at the bottom edge, they can be wider – around 300mm. If you’re adding a piece of felt in the middle of the shed along the apex, fix it using adhesive, then nail it at the lower edge at 50mm intervals.
  4. Tidy up the overhangs Fold down the felt at each overhang and nail it securely. Cut a slit in the overhang at the apex using a pen knife, then fold that down and nail at 100mm intervals along the gable. If you like, you can add fascia boards to keep the shed looking neat. Use wood nails to secure them and then trim away any excess felt.
That’s it. It sounds scary, but it won’t take you long to felt your shed roof as long as you follow instructions carefully.
How to dismantle a shed?
It can seem daunting to dismantle a shed when you want to get a new one or just get rid of it for good. Every shed is different and is likely to have been put together in a different way, but there are some general rules that you can follow to make dismantling a shed a simple task.
  1. Remove fascias and trims Unscrew or prise off the screws and nails fixing the trims and fascias to your shed.
  2. Take off doors and remove windows Unscrew hinges from doors and take them off. Remove all metalwork once the door is off. If you’ve got frames on your windows, unscrew these, and remove the panes. Be extra careful if your windows are made of glass.
  3. Take off the roof Prise off the tacks from the roofing felt and take the felt off – you can’t reuse it, so you’ll need to throw it away. Unscrew the screws on the roof boards and slide them off the shed’s frame – you might need a friend to help you do this.
  4. Take out the roof brace (optional) If your roof has a brace, unscrew the brackets that hold it to the side of the shed. Remember not to lean on anything once you’ve taken the brace off as the walls might be wobbly.
  5. Unscrew the frame from the floor Remove all the screws that are holding the shed to the base, remembering not to lean on the walls.
  6. Unscrew the frame corners Starting at the corner of the front gable, remove the screws where the panels meet. Once a panel is free, lift it carefully out of the way so you can carry on with the others.
Tidy up all your tools and debris, clearing the area to make it safe, and you’re done!
What does a carpenter do?

Carpenters are involved with numerous diverse kinds of construction, from home improvement to cabinet making, and framing to large construction projects.

Since the start of time, men have utilised hand tools to make things. You need to understand the correct usage of a hand saw, hammer, plane, screwdriver, and other manual tools. These tools are used to attach ready pieces and produce a complete product, such as nails, screws, and dowels (pre-formed fragments of wood that fit into pre-drilled holes), which are then fastened and amassed.

Carpenters must be adept with the safety and proper usage of numerous power tools, including the ones that do the cutting, shaping, and refining of the wood. This permits constituents to take the arrangement desired for a specific project. Some of these tools include large table saws and drills, band saws and sanders. Apart from power tools, there are also tons of power hand tools including saws and hand drills that can help with the smaller details of any project.

Cabinetry and Furniture Making

Being a cabinet fabricator or furniture maker gives you the chance to build purposeful devices for a home. You need to be able to plan cabinets, chairs, tables, and other products, frequently to fit into a provided space. It is up to you to pick the proper material such as wood, metal, or fabric, and then make the decision about the type of stain or paint, and also the necessary hardware needed to attach the cabinets and complete the furniture.

Residential Carpentry

Looking to become a residential carpenter? Your primary work would be on home improvement and other repair projects; indoors and outdoors. Residential carpenters complete setting up projects on wood flooring, outdoor decks, and patios. This job requires you to design your projects and then work on those designs. You also have to be skilful at work with your client base of proprietors, who you have to satisfy both aesthetically and financially, by keeping costs in check.

Can I fit a hot tub on my terrace or decking?

Yes, although you should make sure that the terrace or decking is able to support the weight of a hot tub. Usually, you will need to have a structural survey carried out on the area. Seek the advise of a hot tub retailer or installer about the logistics of installing one at your property.

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