Top 10 Carpenters in Ocala, FL

Porch Pro Headshot Residential Service Associates
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
(21)
"Holly installed 2 toilets, 1 custom ionizer kitchen faucet, and 2 ceiling fans. While she was here, she saw that my washer/dryer were disconnected (I was just moving in), so she connected those and installed 2 new shower heads. Thanks, Holly!"
"Holly installed 2 toilets, 1 custom ionizer kitchen faucet, and 2 ceiling fans. While she was here, she saw that my washer/dryer were disconnected (I was just moving in), so she connected those and installed 2 new shower heads. Thanks, Holly!"
Porch Pro Headshot B lawn care and tree
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
I am skilled at a wide range of general maintenance and home repair. I can do minor repairs to remodel work from start to finish. I am a veteran of the United States Navy. I took wood working through out middle and high school and graduated from job core. There I was trained by the National Assoc...Read more about B lawn care and tree
I am skilled at a wide range of general maintenance and home repair. I can do minor repairs to remodel work from start to finish. I am a veteran of the United States Navy. I took wood working through out middle and high school and graduated from job core. There I was trained by the National Assoc...Read more about B lawn care and tree
Porch Pro Headshot Liberty Contracting & Property Management LLC
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
We do whatever it takes to make our customers happy. We love what we do so we make sure it's done right the first time because after all we are here for you. Liberty Contracting has over 15 years of experience providing the best service in our area and surrounding county's . We offer competitive pr...Read more about Liberty Contracting & Property Management LLC
We do whatever it takes to make our customers happy. We love what we do so we make sure it's done right the first time because after all we are here for you. Liberty Contracting has over 15 years of experience providing the best service in our area and surrounding county's . We offer competitive pr...Read more about Liberty Contracting & Property Management LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Weatherwood
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
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"We are going to install laminate flooring in our home and had an issue removing the last of the original linoleum floor covering. So we asked Jimmy to give us a quote for removing it and to level the floor. He was very honest with us and told us how to easily solve the issue ourselves instead of ta...Read more about Weatherwood
"We are going to install laminate flooring in our home and had an issue removing the last of the original linoleum floor covering. So we asked Jimmy to give us a quote for removing it and to level the floor. He was very honest with us and told us how to easily solve the issue ourselves instead of ta...Read more about Weatherwood
Porch Pro Headshot Royalty Home Improvements, Inc.
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
At Royalty Home Improvements, Inc. our goal is to not only help you improve your home's look and feel, but to make the process easy and enjoyable. We are a full-service home improvement company with a wide range of experience. We can help you with all of your home improvement needs. Our excellent ...Read more about Royalty Home Improvements, Inc.
At Royalty Home Improvements, Inc. our goal is to not only help you improve your home's look and feel, but to make the process easy and enjoyable. We are a full-service home improvement company with a wide range of experience. We can help you with all of your home improvement needs. Our excellent ...Read more about Royalty Home Improvements, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot J&J General Carpentry LLC
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
We are a full service Handyman and General Carpentry company offering both residential and commercial remodeling and maintenance services. We offer services including: Drywall repair, Framing(wood/metal), Trim Packages, Property Maintenance, Mobile Home maintenance and remodeling and many others.
We are a full service Handyman and General Carpentry company offering both residential and commercial remodeling and maintenance services. We offer services including: Drywall repair, Framing(wood/metal), Trim Packages, Property Maintenance, Mobile Home maintenance and remodeling and many others.
Porch Pro Headshot Del Valle Renovations, LLC
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
Working all of Central florida Marion County, Lake County, Orange County and The Villages and know these areas very well and have done a lot of work in these areas and have very pleased customers. I can give references of my work. We are very self motivated, dependable and go to great lengths to pr...Read more about Del Valle Renovations, LLC
Working all of Central florida Marion County, Lake County, Orange County and The Villages and know these areas very well and have done a lot of work in these areas and have very pleased customers. I can give references of my work. We are very self motivated, dependable and go to great lengths to pr...Read more about Del Valle Renovations, LLC
Porch Pro Headshot MoralCarpentry
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
We build ranches, rustic umbrellas, sundecks, walkways, fences and much more ... All with the best quality and a fast and safe service.
We build ranches, rustic umbrellas, sundecks, walkways, fences and much more ... All with the best quality and a fast and safe service.
Porch Pro Headshot Graae and Llyod Carpentry Services LLC
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
Graae and Llyod Carpentry Services LLC are here to assist you with any trim work, decks, roof repairs, door/window installation etc. Thanks in advance
Graae and Llyod Carpentry Services LLC are here to assist you with any trim work, decks, roof repairs, door/window installation etc. Thanks in advance
Porch Pro Headshot JE Home Repair & Services
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida

Frequently asked questions about carpenters

Carpentry is one of the oldest professions — for as long as people have needed shelter to live in, there has been some form of carpentry. Today, carpentry has become a very specialized trade and most carpenters have a niche. The hallmark of all types of carpentry is that carpenters are experts in working with wood. There are some small exceptions to this for buildings that use steel studs or other types of metal framing, for example. However, for the most part, when you think carpenters, think wood.

  • Rough carpenters – Rough carpenters are one of the first trades you'll have on-site if you’re building a house. Their expertise is in the overall structure and stability of buildings and the big-picture aspects of building a home.
  • Framing carpenters – Framing carpenters are the pros responsible for putting up the base structure that will become the interior and exterior walls of a building. Framing carpentry goes hand-in-hand with rough carpentry, however, framing is often seen as a specialized skill.
  • Jointers – Joint carpentry involves putting together floor joists that create the surface you'll walk on once it's finished.
  • Cabinet makers – Carpenters specializing in cabinetry are extremely skilled at fine woodworking and excel at precise and detail-oriented work. They are some of the last carpenters that work on a project because cabinetry is a part of the finishing process and is generally one of the last things that are installed.
  • Finish carpenters – similar to cabinet makers, finish carpenters are responsible for the finer details that are not structural but make up the parts of your home that you'll see daily. Finish carpenters will be the ones to install your trim, wood flooring, railings, and handrails and are also sometimes referred to as trim carpenters.

Have they done the work being requested before?

This is an important question that can often be overlooked, with potential clients assuming that all carpenters work on all types of projects. As we discussed before, carpentry has several specialized skill sets, so it's important to make sure that any carpenter you're considering has worked on your type of project before.

Are they examples of their work?

Carpenters near you will have pictures of past projects they've done that they can share with you. The building process is impressive, and the change from beginning to end can be staggering, so these proud tradespeople will likely have work they'll be happy to show you.

How much experience do they have in your type of project?

This ties into the first question, however, it’s a bit more detailed. Many clients have fallen into the trap of only asking basic questions, like “Have you done a project like this before?” and failing to follow up with, “How many times?”

In many cases, it may not matter if a carpenter has only done a certain type of work once or twice, but it could make a huge difference if your project is complex — and that’s not something you want to find out mid-project.

Are they licensed (if necessary)?

Many municipalities will require permits for carpentry work, depending on the scale. These permits are only applicable if a certified carpenter will be doing the work. In addition, your carpenter may need to have a Red Seal in carpentry to obtain the correct insurance.

Are they insured?

There are three different types of insurance that carpenters will need to carry to conduct work safely. These are general liability insurance, professional liability insurance, and Worker's Compensation insurance.

Don't be shy about asking a carpenter you're thinking of hiring for proof of the appropriate insurance, and be wary if they can't provide documentation.

The short answer to this question is that a carpenter isn't always a builder, but a builder is most often a carpenter. Don't worry — we’ll clarify what that means below.

Carpenter

As we discussed above, there are many types of local carpenters who specialize in one or more distinct areas of carpentry. Depending on where you are in your construction process, multiple carpenters who are experts in their niche may be needed.

Builder

If a construction professional refers to themselves as a builder, they are likely saying that they are a general contractor or a construction project manager who can take more of a full-scope approach to your project. Most builders are carpenters by trade but have expanded their skillet to encompass more of the building process.

It can be a bit confusing because carpenters do build things, but when someone is referred to as a builder, it generally means that they are experienced in integrating multiple stages of construction and tradespeople on one project.

However, this is definitely a bit of a gray area. Make sure to clarify what type of professional you’re working with when you vet tradespeople, so you know exactly what their specialty is.

A carpenter is absolutely the right tradesperson to build a beautiful, sturdy deck for you. Depending on what you're picturing for the finished product, however, you might want to look at bringing in both a rough carpenter and a finishing carpenter.

Rough carpenters are experts at putting in the proper foundation to make your deck safe and secure, as well as grading the ground below and ensuring adequate drainage. They'll also be the best people to advise on what types of materials the structure of your deck should be made of, including foundation, stairs, and railings.

It’s important to note here that in most municipalities, you’ll need a permit to build a deck. Your carpenter will need to be licensed to have the expertise and certification to apply for the proper licenses.

Once the structure of your deck is complete, a finish carpenter can give your project a different level of polish and aesthetic appeal, putting that final touch onto your new deck.

If your vision of your new deck involves built-in seating or an outdoor kitchen, a finish carpenter will also be the best tradesperson to help you bring your unique space to life.

Many rough carpenters are very skilled at finishing, and others don’t prefer to do finishing work, so it’s worth it to ask upfront.

Licensing for carpenters can be complicated. Not everyone who refers to themselves as a carpenter is a licensed carpenter, handypersons often do carpentry work. Only some states require carpenters to be licensed for specific types of work.

In many cases, licensing is required in order to ensure that a carpenter has an adequate level of knowledge and experience. There are plenty of unlicensed carpenters with a wealth of experience and talent, but the licensing process is a way for employers and clients to feel secure that a tradesperson has a standardized level of knowledge and experience. Most licensing programs require four years of work experience and the passing of a certification exam.

Below, we’ll go through some common questions and misconceptions to help you untangle the licensing web.

States that require carpenters to have licenses

Alabama, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah have state-level requirements for carpenters to be licensed to do certain types of carpentry work. While each state has its own list, some common types of carpentry often require licenses:

  • Millwork
  • Framing
  • Structural work
  • Cabinetry
  • Installing metal studs or framing

When can you hire a carpenter that does not have a license?

In some cases, lighter carpentry work on non-structural areas of a home doesn’t require a carpenter to carry a license. This may also mean they don’t have the proper workplace insurance, so make sure to ask those questions and weigh the risks accordingly.

Locations that fall outside city or municipal regions may have fewer restrictions on building permits. If you’re confident, you can have a non-licensed carpenter do structural work. This varies by location, so research the rules that cover your property before agreeing to have any work done.

Carpenters are integral to the home-building process, and their various areas of expertise are what allow the vision of a home designer or structural engineer to go from vision to reality.

If you’re unfamiliar with the home-building process, you may be surprised at first to learn that, in many cases, one carpenter does not handle the entire process. Particularly on large or complex projects, you’re likely to have several different types of carpentry experts. Beginning with rough carpentry to create the foundation and structure of your home, you’ll bring in framing carpenters for the exterior and interior walls, joint carpenters, roofing carpenters, and finish carpenters and cabinetmakers.

Depending on your location, finding the right carpenters near you can be simple, or you may have to look at bringing in the right pro from a larger city or town.

Other trades will need to work alongside carpenters during the building process. Homes are built in many layers and stages, so you can expect to have several trades working simultaneously at certain times.

Here’s a list of other trades you’ll need to build a house:

  • Machine operator
  • Electrician
  • Plumber
  • Gasfitter
  • Drywaller
  • Septic installer

Recent reviews for Ocala Carpenters

147224

How do I begin! well he is a very nice Guy, very likable as most are that want work,, clean cut and respectable, it stops their! They are slow to do work late to show up and dont come when they say, the job was never completed and we had to finish oursel...

- Michael Kapinos
244017

I fixed my pressure washer and I have cancelled. No longer require anyones services

- Jim Ekstrom
169126

Great person, conscientious, hard worker. Called very quickly after my posting. Came out in the afternoon of the same day, looked at the job, was finished the next day. Very reasonable pricing.

- Odell Green
422039

I only write what I observe and experience. if you want to use gray's Home service after reading my review go ahead. My review is based on a bad experience. Just read gray's response to attacking a customer. Does not surprise me. Don't let Gray surpr...

- James Bryant
310089

This woman does not know what she is doing at all. She is rude, nasty and i heard all this from her work on ky neighbors house. She was not happy with her services but is a kind elderly women, so she isn't the one on here. She talks and talks about how wo...

- Sally Tomlin
429102

Wow how convenient-the original posting of my review is no longer available to read. I’ll re-summarize. I Hired gray to install a new 220 line for a new oven wall unit and to reroute power to a new island. Gray was hired to assess the job and determine...

- James Bryant
473738

Holly seemed very knowledgeable in the things that I am wanting to do but at this point and time I have decided to get help through a relative that has experience in this field.

- Melinda Bass
227624

Barbara A. Miss Gray has installed 2 subfloors in my mobile home Shes painted ceiling, installed a door and tevamped all electrical devices in both rooms. Shes even sesled under my new tub the plumber forgot and found something to fix the rotted paneling...

- Hollyjill Gray
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It was a pleasure to get to know Holly from Gray's home &Farm Services ,I needed some minor work done on a house I just Perchesd in the Ocala Florida area, I got on Porch home services and was so glad that Holly responded to me she is a professional elect...

- EDWIN PAGAN
285763

Timely communication. Friendly attitude. However the Porch lead was inaccurate so this will not work out as posted. Sorry. I hope you get refunded your lead fee.

- Michael & Teresa Wheeler
189664

The owner of Grays called me immediately and we discussed my project. Due to extremely bad weather we had to wait a day, but She showed up as promised and quickly and competently completed the install of my ceiling fan and I asked her if she had time to d...

- Richard Jamison

Everything You Need to Know About Ocala Carpenters

Can I browse unscreened Carpenters in Ocala?

We do our best to screen all of our carpenters. However, there are still some carpenter professionals in Ocala that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Ocala or FL. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering carpentry services:

  • Dkc Carpentry Inc:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • G M CUSTOM CARPENTRY:
    • Services Offered: Carpenters
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Abilty Plus Carpentry:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

Who are the best Carpenters in Ocala?

We've found 50 carpenter providers that are available to you in Ocala.

Keep in mind that every project has different requirements, and some carpenter professionals maybe be more equipped to handle the specifications of your carpentry services work than others. Talk to multiple carpenters before deciding which one is right for you. You will want to consider how much they charge, if they are properly licensed for carpentry services work in Ocala, and if your project is a fit. Here are some suggested professionals and companies to get you started:

  • Dickson's Carpentry
    • Location: Ocala
  • Mica Works Cabinetry Inc
    • Location: Ocala
  • Higher Power Carpentry
    • Location: Ocala

How does invoicing/payment work for most Carpenter projects in Ocala?

Every project differs, but you should ask any carpenter for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any carpentry services work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for carpenters to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your carpenter project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the carpenter to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

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Porch Pro Headshot WOODSHOP 102
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
Woodshop 102 supplies Teak wood cut to order and shipped nationwide daily. Also art frames, signs, woodcrafts, and sawmill services.
Woodshop 102 supplies Teak wood cut to order and shipped nationwide daily. Also art frames, signs, woodcrafts, and sawmill services.
Porch Pro Headshot [R3] rehab•remodel•repair
Carpenters
Serves Ocala, Florida
Porch Pro Headshot D's Architecture
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Serves Ocala, Florida

Latest projects near Ocala

Recent projects booked on Porch
Ocala 34482
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Service requested
Build new deck
Plans, drawings, or blueprints
No, but I know what I want.
Deck size (SQFT)
250 to 500 square feet
Surface and railing material
Wood
Deck structure material
Wood
Structural features
Custom stairs
Supplemental additions
Deck lighting
Material provided
Yes, I just need construction
Ocala 34480
Deck Repair
Start Date
I'm flexible
Type of deck
I'm not sure
Areas of deck to repair
COLUM NEED TO BE REPLACED
Deck damage
Loose, wobbly or unstable
Severity of damage
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
Filing insurance claim
No
Already have deck materials
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them