*The Angi rating for Woodworking companies in Bear, DE is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Woodworking needs.
*The HomeAdvisor rating for Woodworking companies in Bear, DE is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Woodworking needs.
Last update on April 25, 2025
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Excellent workmanship. Job was completed efficiently with quality materials and skilled woodworking. Property was cleaned up following completion of work."
+88
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Did a fantastic job on my deck that was slowly rotting. It's as good as new (actually better)."
+83
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Same day completion. Priced as quoted. Very pleased. It was a 4 burner grill assembly, not a desk."
+81
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I found Melted Hoodie Fabrication through Home Advisors. My Toyota Tacoma had severe rust throughout the undercarriage and the frame was badly compromised with holes in some sections and decay throughout. (Factory recall and class action suit deadline had expired). The truck had low mileage and I invested over $6K (new paint repairs) before the extent of the damaged was identified. Two businesses declined to even quote the project and Toyota wanted approximately $12,000 to replace the frame only. Mr. Kevin Bright (owner) called me after seeing my request for services. Immediately he offered me hope with his past experiences with similar circumstances. After further review of pictures Iâ  d sent he confirmed he could help. He was knowledgeable and factual with what needed to be done. Mr. Bright provided detailed estimates with several scenarios. He communicated clearly and frequently. Each problem was met with a solution. Nothing was beyond his skillset. Mr. Bright coordinated several logistics as well. Melted Hoodie Fab resurrected my truck. The work to the frame as well as the strut housings was solid. I honestly could not of been more impressed."
+11
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Lemar and Ryan were super helpful, quick and ready to get to work. Such a great job with my Sliding Patio Door."
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1980
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Dave made a custom fascia for me in a few days and even came out on a Sunday afternoon to make the repair. He is easy to work with and did a great job. I will definitely use him again for any exterior work!"
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Customers say: Quick response
"These guys were professional, reliable, and a perfect job. I would highly recommend."
+31
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
Free estimates
"Great work, detail oriented and a pleasure to work with. Would recommend!!!!"
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Work was completed and hooked up house generator."
Serving Bear, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Excellent, prompt service. Very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend this company."
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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