Find trusted joinery companies near you

As the name might suggest, a joiner constructs timber structures by joining pieces of wood together. But, unlike carpenters, joiners construct their timber pieces without metal fasteners, nails or screws.

Homeowners who need custom-made or bespoke woodwork pieces like furniture or cabinets, can search for an independent joiner or joinery companies near me. The latter works as part of a larger construction or woodworking team.

This guide will give you all the information you need to find the right joinery companies near you.

How can I find the best joinery companies near me?

A good joiner will listen to your needs so that they can design your custom-built woodwork to fit your vision and brief and enhance your home.

Anyone can call themselves a joiner, but finding a reliable and skilled joiner near you is something else. Take some time to research and carefully consider 'joiners near me' so you can be confident that you've chosen the right joiner for you.

Here are two simple ways to help you find 'joiners near me'

Option 1: Request a quote

We'll do the searching so you don't have to. Fill in our quick 'request a quote form' to receive joinery quotes directly to your inbox.

Add some simple details to the form, including a brief description of the work needed. Then, we'll search our leading directory for the right joiner. Our skilled joinery companies will contact you to discuss your job.

Follow these steps;

1. Add your details to the form

2. Tell us what work you need

3. We’ll search our leading directory for you

4. Our approved joiners in your area will contact you to find out what you need in more detail

Option 2: Browse our online trade directory

If you have more time on your hands, you can browse through our online directory of homeowner-reviewed and approved tradespeople. All you need to do is enter your postcode into the box below and find the joiners in your area who can help you.

Do I call a carpenter or a joiner?

Whether you need a carpenter or a joiner depends on the type of job. If you require bespoke wardrobes, furniture, doors, or other custom-built woodwork, then a joiner is the best tradesperson to call.

For example, a bespoke joiner can create a bespoke freestanding cabinet or wardrobe to then be delivered. But, if the bespoke cabinet is fitted, you'd need a carpenter to install it.

A carpenter can visit your home or construction site to install other timber items like fitted wardrobes, shelving, or stairs). In contrast to joiners, carpenters use nails, screws and metal fasteners (which joiners don't), including locks and door fittings to finish the installation.

Apprentices of both trades will likely learn some of the same skills during training. But, after specialising as a carpenter or a joiner, these apprentices will focus on distinctly separate skills.

When searching for 'joinery companies near me', decide on the woodwork you need and what trade will be better suited to complete the work. There are joinery companies that will employ both joiners and carpenters, so if you need both trades, look for one of those joinery companies.

What do joinery companies do?

If you're still unsure if a joinery company is what you need, it might be helpful to know more about what they do.

Joinery companies excel at creating bespoke, custom-made furniture and wooden fixtures, like kitchen cabinets or wardrobes.

Joiners are incredibly skilled tradespeople who will always choose the highest quality materials to ensure their products are functional, fashionable and durable.

Whether you're looking for simple bookshelves or intricate staircases, a joinery company can help you create the perfect timber pieces to suit your needs and style.

Some of the things custom woodwork pieces a joiner can help you with include:

• Doors

• Tables

• Windows

• Cabinets

• Staircases

• Wardrobes

• Bookshelves

• Workbenches

Do joiners and carpenters need to be qualified?

UK joiners and carpenters can earn official or formal qualifications, but this isn't always essential.

However, most joiners and carpenters will usually undertake an apprenticeship or vocational training programme that allows them to learn the skills it takes to be a skilled joiner. However, many joiners will seek further qualifications to increase their chances of success, such as a college diploma, NVQ or City and Guilds joinery qualification.

But, if a joiner has no qualifications, they should have the appropriate on-the-job training and experience.

Questions to ask bespoke joiners

To ensure you hire the right joinery company for the job, do your research and ask the right questions. Here are some key questions to ask a potential joiner or carpenter.

How long have you been a joiner?

When deciding whether or not a joiner is for you and whether you're happy to pay any quotes, find out how many years of training and experience they have.

Do your joiners and carpenters have qualifications?

When choosing whether or not to hire a specific joinery company, try to find out if their apprentices or employees are required to achieve any particular qualifications. But remember, this may not be necessary if the joiners have the relevant experience.

What type of joinery do you deal with?

If you need help with a complex piece of woodwork, like bespoke kitchen cabinets, look for an independent joiner or joinery company with the specific joinery expertise and skills to achieve your brief.

Can you show me some examples of your past work?

Before you agree to pay or sign any contracts, you want to be confident in your joinery company. So, always ask for examples of a joiner's previous finished projects. Most joinery companies have an online presence, such as a website, social media channel or even a Checkatrade profile.

It should be easy to find photos of their work online to see if you like your potential woodworker's style and skill level.

All Checkatrade members have a business profile that allows them to display photos of their past work and any customer reviews. Check out these profiles before you make any decisions based on your 'woodworker near me' search.

What's your availability?

Any good joiner, or tradesperson in general, will be booked up into the near future, depending on how in demand they are.

It's good to opt for these highly sought-after joinery companies because they are likely well-recommended and will usually do a great job.

So, always start your joinery company search as soon as you can so you don't mind the wait.

What do you charge?

All joiners and carpenters' quotes will depend on the joiner's skill level, expertise, knowledge and years of experience. The scope and nature of your woodwork project will also have a huge bearing on any quote you receive.

Carpenters and joiners might charge hourly or daily, but many jobs and projects will come with a set price.

When asking a joiner for a quote on a custom-built piece of woodwork, small jobs that take one day or less will cost less, and bigger jobs with a duration of three days or more will be more expensive.

Choosing between a small, local joinery company, an independent joiner, or a large, national joinery company will affect your price. National companies will likely have more expenses and overheads, so they charge more than independent joiners.

Always try to get at least 2 to 3 quotes to ensure fair and reasonable prices. Always get a written quote that details all extras, including labour, materials and any waste removal.

Check out our quick price guide below to give you an idea of what you might expect to pay for labour costs. Check out our carpentry prices guide here if you'd like to learn more about the cost of any specific woodworking jobs.

Do you have insurance?

Whenever you choose a trade of any kind, it's always reassuring to know that they come with adequate insurance to protect you, your home and the joiner if something goes wrong.

We know this security is essential to homeowners, so all Checkatrade members must have up-to-date public liability insurance to be listed in our directory.

Do you offer a guarantee on your work?

Bespoke furniture and woodwork pieces can be costly, so it's normal to want high-cost, custom-built timber items to last as long as possible. Ask your joiner if they offer any warranties or guarantees.

When you find a joiner through Checkatrade, we provide additional peace of mind with our guarantee covering you for up to 12 months and up to £1,000 (exclusions and T&Cs apply).

Help me look for 'joinery companies near me'

We have three simple tips to help you find the right joiner and carpenter near you.

1. Search our leading trade directory

You are unlikely to find a bigger directory of trusted tradespeople than the one you get with Checkatrade. Each member must pass up to 12 checks, only getting our tick of approval when they do.

2. Ask for recommendations and reviews

Always ask friends and family for direct recommendations and double-check a joiner's credentials via their Checkatrade profile or other online platform.

Always check the online reviews of any trade before committing, as this can help highlight if there will be any issues with the joiner. The reviews on display via Checkatrade are only honest and verified reviews from real-life customers.

3. Get 2-3 quotes

You should always receive multiple quotes to ensure that you are getting the fairest price for the job.

Are you ready to find joiners near you? Simply enter your postcode, and let us do the hard work.

Or, if you need any furniture or fitted woodwork (like staircases or kitchen cabinets), kick start your search by looking for 'local carpenters near me.' Or, check out our article to find a carpenter near me.'