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Top-Rated Woodworkers in Durham - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Magic Frog Carpentry & Woodworks
Magic Frog Carpentry & Woodworks
5.0(
11
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCarpentry Framing - InstallCloset - Build+1 more

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From our very first inquiry phone call, Adam was professional, friendly, and able to clearly explain the work in layman's terms — which we really appreciated. He was punctual for every meeting, extremely respectful of our time, and very communicative throughout the entire process. We had a short window to get the work done, and Adam and his team completed everything quickly, efficiently, and with great attention to detail. The quality of their work and the smoothness of the whole experience truly exceeded our expectations. We're planning more renovations around our home and will absolutely be hiring Adam and his team again. Highly recommend Magic Frog Carpentry & Woodworks."
High Ceilings. Inside 45 degree angles done with NO-Coat 450
Tall Foyer. Wrapped beam. Unfinished at post.
Outside corners with bead. Outside 45 degree angles with No-Coat 450.
Deep Skylights with drywall returns.
Before

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Horsman Builders
Horsman Builders
4.3(
23
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Carport (Wood) - BuildCloset - Build

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim was fantastic. We live out of state and we felt so comfortable and confident that he and his staff could handle the whole house renovations. Tim went above and beyond his role of contractor. He understood the issues that we needed to get the house in shape and quickly to get it sold. We would not hesitate to hire him again."
General Remodeling Project
General Remodeling Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+4

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Boyd Building
Boyd Building
5.0(
17
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+2 more

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Boyd Builders. My sunroom and deck were coming away from the house. Shawn jacked up both replaced footings, posts and drain pipes. Budget was clear from the start. He is professional and exceptional in his work. I have already recommended him to friends."
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer

+80

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for True North Contracting
True North Contracting
4.4(
96
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceCarpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Our bathroom remodel was a huge task and Costas, Tony, and Pauly did a great job! Very easy to work with and we never minded having them in our house. Their initial quote was exactly what we paid! Definitely recommend and will hire them for future jobs!"
Roof
Kitchen Reno
Finish
Ready for Grout
 Finished

+66

Response time7 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for The Hurlburt Group, LLC
The Hurlburt Group, LLC
4.4(
35
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Basement Finish Project: Dave Hurlburt and his team were amazing. They were quick but thorough and provided great customer service. Dave was flexible and wanted to provide the best service possible. Not to mention they provided a very fair price for the project. I would recommend this crew for any project."
basement subfloor
garage door
new beam header
garage door
closet

+77

Response time3 days
Response rate88%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

Before hiring a carpenter, the most important thing is to make sure they are properly qualified and insured for the job. It’s more than reasonable to ask your prospective carpenter for customer references, as well as about their licensing and insurance. You should also consider choosing a carpenter that specializes in your specific project area to ensure high-quality results. 

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

It is common for a contractor to ask for a down payment before starting a project, especially for jobs that require purchasing materials and equipment or hiring a crew. The deposit amount can range from 10% to 50% of the total job cost. While a request for up to 50% is not unusual, a contractor should not ask for more than that, and you should never pay for a project in full before the work has begun. To protect yourself, always discuss payment terms before starting and have a written contract that outlines the project timeline and expectations. Additionally, be sure to hire reputable contractors and check their licensing and insurance before the project begins.

Professionals ensure precise alignment and durability, critical for structural integrity.

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

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