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Top-Rated Carpenters in Trenton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Bryan's Handyman & Home Improvement Service
Bryan's Handyman & Home Improvement Service
4.7(
537
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Trenton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bryan's technician was terrific. He figured out an ingenious way to hoist the heavy door to the second floor, and very skillfully and quickly adjusted the frame to fit the door, and affixed the heavy-duty hinges. And for the first-floor door, he figured out a way to repair the existing frame (rather than replace it), thereby saving me hundreds of dollars. All the work was done to a very high standard by a skilled professional who worked quickly and efficiently. And the price-tag for all this was remarkably low -- only a third the price I'd been quoted by another local handyman firm. I am delighted to have discovered Bryan, and look forward to calling him the next time I need help with a home repair."
Bathtub and wall
Kitchen Remodel
Remodeled bathroom
Staircase remodel
Basement Door

+377

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Dave's Handyman Services
5.0(
47
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Trenton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. David did all of these things quickly, and properly . He is professional, polite, friendly and thorough. He arrived exactly when he said he would, and finished the jobs within the time frame he promised. He came back to tweak one of the jobs, free of charge."
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Response time4 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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HDL Construction
5.0(
229
)
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Trenton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HDL CONSTRUCTION IS A TRUST WORTHY PROFESSIONAL COMPANY. HDL BUILD MY DECK, LIAD CONCRETE,REPLACED GUTTERS & REPAIRED MY CHIMNEY. IM 100% SATISFIED WITH THIER WORK."
Projects
Projects
Projects
Projects
Projects

+58

Response time6 hrs
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Red White and Blue Painting Enterprise, LLC
Red White and Blue Painting Enterprise, LLC
4.9(
119
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Deck or Porch - RepairExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+1 more

Serving Trenton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very careful and professional job. Neat work. Not a speck of paint where it shouldn't be. Came exactly when they said they would. Moved furniture and belongings when needed, put things back, cleaned up perfectly. Polite, accommodating, thoroughly trustworthy. Intelligent ideas for solving unusual problems, no complaints when complications in the job arise. . Pleasant and polite people."
exterior deck (before)
exterior deck
House uplift
Metal Roof 1940s barn house
Barn house outcome

+41

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Top Pros Construction LLC
Top Pros Construction LLC
4.9(
68
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Trenton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I never thought I would ever write a positive review with contractors. Top Pros completely replaced my old wood deck with composite. The detail and customization of the job was impeccable. As a customer who pays extra attention to minor details I can honestly write this to say thank you to Eric for building my deck, he used quality materials even new wood to drop a dumpster on my driveway was shocking. Eric was always on time, went beyond my expectations and always backed up his work. Don't think twice hire Top Pros it will be hard to find the friendliest, amazing prices and quality work from a local contractor. This is a real review from a real customer who is never 100% satisfied!"
Roofing
Roofing
Framing
Roof repair
Chimney flashing

+3

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for HomeMaster Construction
HomeMaster Construction
4.8(
52
)
Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Trenton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this company to replace my roof dumpster was delivered one day before they started the job. Very hard-working guys, they remove all shingles on a 20 square roof within 2h. unfortunately the plywood was bad and need it to be replaced these guys did something that no company would do it they removed all plywood did framing repair installed 5/8 plywood and charged me only for the cost of plywood. I give them 5 stars for the job that they did and i will never deal with any other company besides HomeMaster."
New Roof Replacment
New Roof Replacment
New Roof Replacment
New Roof Replacment
New Roof Replacment

+12

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
371 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for White House Contractor, LLC
White House Contractor, LLC
5.0(
50
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Trenton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am so very happy with this contractor and highly recommend him! He was kind, professional and did an excellent job!!! If I ever need more work done, I would surely call White House Contractor, LLC!"
White House Contractor, LLC
White House Contractor, LLC
White House Contractor, LLC
White House Contractor, LLC
White House Contractor, LLC

+19

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for HZ Builders, LLC
HZ Builders, LLC
4.1(
452
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Trenton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Henry to do an exterior project at my apt. building. I was very pleased at his quick response . he came and did the work and understood exactly what i wanted done and how i wanted it done. He was thorough and cleaned up. I was very Happy with the quality of work and hope to hire Henry again for future projects. Lori Regn"
 C Molding
new columns
beams
 Work proces
 insulation

+43

Response time10 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

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.

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