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Last update on July 18, 2025
Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1985
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Credit card accepted
"Trustworthy, honest people.. always trying their best to please us .. very knowledgeable of their profession ... I would highly recommend them to anyone.. This small company is a five star Thank you " MY FINE DESIGN WOODWORK " it was a pleasure..."
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Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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Warranties offered
"They did excellent work and provided excellent service. Jose took my general idea and created a very fine and functional cabinet. Jose and his two sons showed up for the install and did a great job - they took their time and did a pro job. we have hired them for a 2nd job."
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Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Warranties offered
"Jaime did a great job painting, scraping our popcorn ceiling & redoing our fireplace in our living room. He also did our kitchen tile."
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Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
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Emergency services offered
"Carroll Building Solutions did a great job. I needed new railing around my balcony. I wish that I had found them for my previous work. He has a great crew, the work is extremely professional. This is going to sound funny, but, the were methodical and precise but also finished quickly. Most importantly, they cleaned up after themselves, you would never know that they were there if you didn't see them. I want to give a big "THANK YOU" for a job well done."
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Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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Warranties offered
"Gabriel is wonderful and very responsive. We did interior doors, casings and baseboards and they all look great."
Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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Emergency services offered
"We could not be more pleased with the work from Kyle Beym Home Improvement. Kyle himself is very professional, came out to discuss the job, timeframe, and exactly what we wanted done. The work was scheduled at a time that was convenient to us. We scheduled so that work would be done while we were out of town. Kyle Beym and his employees were very clear in their communications and forthcoming in what we could expect. The work they did was top notch, the job was completed on time, they were very thorough in cleaning up after the work was done (before we came back home), and it was so exciting to come home to ceiling that had been retextured, painted, and with new recessed lights and ceiling fan installed. We were blown away by the quality of the work. You will not be sorry with this company!"
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Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1989
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Emergency services offered
"Assemble a Sauna. A very complicated job. He did a wonderful job. Very thorough and complete."
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Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1984
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Outstanding work. First job was finishing a garage (insulation, drywall, new lighting, flooring etc.) Top notch work. Hired to do the same in my attic. Then hired a 3rd time to remodel a bathroom. Everything was great every time. Will definitely hire again."
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Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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"Still in process, but so far they have been excellent. We have run into a snag with the job the flooring company (it was NOT done by JB Custom Finish .. Now I wish I had used them) and JB has, and is, doing everything they can to help us through this."
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Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We recently completed our home construction project with this company, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Building a house can be stressful, but their professionalism, transparency, and dedication made the process smooth and enjoyable. From the initial consultation through the final walkthrough, their team demonstrated exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. They took the time to understand our vision, offered practical suggestions, and kept us informed at every stage of the build. The project was completed on schedule and within the agreed budget, with no surprises along the way. The quality of work truly stands out. The finishes are flawless, the structure feels solid and well-built, and every detail reflects their commitment to excellence. The crew was respectful, punctual, and maintained a clean and organized job site throughout the construction. We highly recommend this construction company to anyone looking to build their home."
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The average cost to hire a woodworker for a project in your home is around $65 per hour, but hourly rates can range from $35 to $250 or more, depending on the experience and skill of the woodworker. Your total woodworking project cost will depend on the complexity of the work, the type of wood, the number of projects, and any other materials your project requires. You could hire a professional woodworker to create everything from a custom cabinet to ornate, unique staircases.
Hiring a woodworker can be expensive, depending on the job, but it’s very often well worth the investment. Woodworkers are able to provide custom pieces of furniture and handmade construction to present a finished product that is exactly to your specifications. If you have a specific vision for a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture or home feature, the cost of hiring a professional woodworker is worthwhile. Plus, you’ll often get a higher quality product than what you could buy in stores for a fraction of the price.
Every woodworker has different skills and experience, so we recommend asking the following questions when hiring a woodworker for your project:
How long have you been in the woodworking industry?
What experience do you have with my type of project?
Do you have customer references I can speak with?
How long do you expect my project to take?
What is my recourse if I have an issue with your work?
Do you charge hourly or per project?
Will you work on-site or in your own workshop?
Does your fee include the necessary post-job clean-up?
While they perform similar tasks, a carpenter is responsible for the woodworking that goes into construction—like framing, installing sheathing, and hanging kitchen cabinets—while a woodworker tackles more intricate and custom projects—like building custom furniture and installing wainscoting. Based on these definitions, most woodworkers can tackle the jobs of a carpenter, but you should always ask about your specific project when choosing a woodworker to ensure they have the necessary skills to tackle the job.
It may seem simple to install trim, wainscoting, and other finishing wood in your home, but the work is complicated and often frustrating. Getting small trim pieces to line up evenly without gaps and look streamlined in a finished product is a real challenge for DIYers, even if you have the necessary tools. We recommend hiring a professional woodworker for these more intricate projects. They’ll get the job done more quickly, and they’ll have the experience necessary to make everything look neat and clean to add more value to your home.
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