Top-rated carpenters.

Get matched with top carpenters in Felton, DE

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

TRUSTED BY FELTON, DE HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon39
    Verified carpentry services reviews

Find Carpenters in Felton

Avatar for Something Constructive
Something Constructive
4.9(
118
)
Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Felton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Something Constructive to build a 12' by 16' second story 3 season room with a storage shed below. The owner of the company, Patsy Ciccalla, met with us and asked us how we wanted the room to look. He then designed the room to those specifications. Patsy was there each day, working with and supervising his team. It was a complex and multi-faceted project that required coordinating other contractors (masons, electricians, gutter installers, etc.) and ordering and scheduling the arrival of materials in a timely manner. His whole team (Jacob, Ernesto, and Jesus) was very accommodating and easy to work with. When we asked for a change in the plan, it was not a problem. They stressed to us that they wanted us to be happy with the final product and encouraged us to tell them what we wanted or if we wanted something done differently. They worked on our project every day until it was completed; they did not, as other contractors do, go off and work on another project for a few days and then come back to your project. The 3-season room turned out beautifully with a vaulted white pickled pine ceiling, 10 double hung windows and laminate flooring. The shed below with access to the basement was designed to house a riding mower and serve as a tool shed with peg board walls. We have received many complimentary comments on how nice the addition looks and how well it blends with the rest of the house. We are very glad that we had the addition done and would recommend Something Constructive to anyone thinking of building on to or needing work done on their home. Thanks to Patsy and his team, we now have a lovely addition that has added comfort and value to our home."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+25

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Home Genius Exteriors
Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
509
)
Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Felton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The Crew was informative, pleasant, and easy to communicate with. Whenever I brought up an issue, they addressed it and made the necessary corrections. Joseph Stanley was Prompt, professional, and maintained great communication throughout the process"
Windows
Windows
Windows
Windows
Windows

+69

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by49%of homeowners
Avatar for Tolbert & Sons Custom Painting LLC
Tolbert & Sons Custom Painting LLC
4.7(
27
)
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Felton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As always, Chris and his team did a superb job. My garage is beautiful! Chris and his team were professional, on time, cleaned up each day, honest and reliable. Chris charges fair prices and he is responsive to all inquiries and/or concerns. I will be using Tolbert and Sons for future projects."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+83

Response time4 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Kemp Construction
Kemp Construction
5.0(
6
)
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Felton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kempâ s does a terrific job in all facets. The team takes the job seriously, is quick to respond and happy to take on the work. Weâ ve used them for painting, renovations, roof repair, and general carpentry around our home. Highly recommend."
Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 285
Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

The Felton, DE homeowners’ guide to carpentry services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.