Carpenters & Framers Near You

Framing, finish carpentry, cabinets, decks and millwork.

How Do You Choose Carpenters, Framers and Cabinet Makers?

Check the license where your state or city requires one, ask for proof of insurance, and compare two or three written bids for the same scope. Typical lead time is one to several weeks. We list 3,525 carpenters, framers and cabinet makers, most in Washington, Oregon, Arizona, where official records are available.

Updated November 6, 2026 · Source: listings downloaded November 6, 2026; cost and timing are our planning assumptions.

Photo illustration: Framing, finish carpentry, cabinets, decks and millwork.

Top Questions to Ask

  1. What is your license number, and which state or city issued it?
  2. Can you send a current certificate of liability insurance and proof of workers’ compensation?
  3. Will the contract list the scope, materials, price, start and finish dates and payment schedule?
  4. Who pulls the permits, and are they included in the price?
  5. Who will run the job day to day, and will you use subcontractors?

See all 8 questions →

Good to Know

  • Removing walls or changing framing may need a permit or an engineer.
  • Ask to see finished work similar to yours.
StateListed
Washington1,721
Oregon509
Arizona149
New York103
California78
Pennsylvania74
Ohio64
Texas48
New Jersey47
North Carolina43
Florida40
Indiana39
Virginia37
Idaho36
Illinois32
Colorado31
Wisconsin30
Georgia29
Maryland29
Connecticut26
Massachusetts26
Minnesota26
Iowa23
Michigan22
South Carolina22
Utah22
Montana20
New Hampshire20
Missouri17
Oklahoma17
South Dakota16
Louisiana13
Maine13
New Mexico13
Tennessee12
Kansas11
Kentucky9
Nebraska9
West Virginia8
Alabama6
Alaska5
Mississippi5
Nevada5
Vermont4
Arkansas3
Delaware3
North Dakota3
Wyoming3
Rhode Island2
District of Columbia1
Hawaii1

Common Questions

How long do carpenters, framers and cabinet makers take to book?

Typical lead time is one to several weeks. Busy seasons and material lead times can add more. Ask for start and finish dates in the contract.

How much do carpenters, framers and cabinet makers cost?

As a planning figure, expect often about $50–$100 per hour, or priced by the job. Prices vary widely by city, access and materials, so get two or three written bids for the same scope.

What should you ask a carpenter before hiring?

Start with: What is your license number, and which state or city issued it; Can you send a current certificate of liability insurance and proof of workers’ compensation; Will the contract list the scope, materials, price, start and finish dates and payment schedule. Our full list has 8 questions.

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Examples With Full Profiles

Not ranked and not paid placements.

202 North Main Street, Georgetown, AR

Map listing: license not checkedCarpenters & Framers

950 East Baseline Avenue, Apache Junction, AZ

Map listing: license not checkedCarpenters & Framers

660 East 38th Avenue, Apache Junction, AZ

Map listing: license not checkedCarpenters & FramersConcrete & Masonry

Sources: Washington L&I, Oregon CCB and New York DOL open data; © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · Data last updated November 6, 2026 · Sources & method