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Top-Rated Woodworkers in Clay - Updated Nov 2026

Kinderling Wood
5.0(
6
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We had Mike come out to do some work on our master closet. He did a wonderful job! He is very professional, kind & accommodating. In fact we are going to be using him again in the future to build us a new rocking chair. I would highly recommend Kinderling Wood!! Thanks so much Mike!!"
Mantle and shelves
Hidden drawers
Walnut closet
Walnut closet
Cherry console

+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
G.S. Holbrook General Contracting & Building Construction
4.9(
100
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+4 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Greg and his nephew installed new cabinets, beadboard, trim and a chandelier dimmer switch. The price was fair, and their work is precise. They are very professional and courteous. They brought my wife's design vision to life, and we're very pleased with the results. We're looking forward to the next project. Thanks again."
Addition 30'x40'
Live edge counter top
Counter top for wine bar
Counter top for wine bar
Counter top for wine bar

+86

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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M.Snyder Construction
4.8(
19
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We can wholeheartedly recommend M. Snyder Construction. The crew was respectful, professional and proficient. The project began and ended on time. They tore out plaster ceilings in three rooms and replaced them with sheet rock. From demolition through final finish and clean up, all was done to our standards. I was an interior designer and have done my share of punch lists. There was nothing that I needed Michaelâ s crew to redo, fix or clean up. They even put up crown molding that I brought them. The ceilings are beautiful."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Benchmark General Contracting
4.7(
23
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brad and Ben are a fantastic team!! They return calls and arrive when they say they will be there. Very knowledgeable and made excellent recommendations for our deck. Clean up after the project was great. We love our deck and will hire them again for any project we have in the future!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Brandon Arno
5.0(
6
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, detail oriented to the point of offering ideas and letting me decide without any pressure. He worked as if it was his own deck. He did the job with skill and didn't waste my time or his. Outstanding experience work experience working with Brandon. Will hire him again in the future for a kitchen remodel without hesitation!"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement

+63

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Upstate N.Y. Home Renovations, LLC
4.5(
9
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Did a Wonderful Job and in shorter time than expected. Also put in a new walk in closet in spare bedroom!! Here on time and all cleaned up each day."
Elevated deck
Laminent flooring
Ceramic flooring
Laminent Flooring
New Master bathroom

+13

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Mercure's All Home Improvements
5.0(
6
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Customers say: Quick response

"Mercuri immediately responded to search for a repair to my slider door. He came right away and investigated the problem. He located correct parts locally an replaced the roolers and seal the same afternoon. The bill was more than fair and he earned a tip."
Response time2 days
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Shannon Adams
5.0(
4
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Shannon was nice enough to fit my job in on short notice. He was great with communication beforehand, showed up on time, was very knowledgeable and made sure he knew exactly what we wanted and then delivered! He was reasonably priced, worked quickly, was friendly and helped me with guidance to plan some other projects. Highly recommended!!!"
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

Some states require carpenters to be licensed to perform forms of carpentry, such as framing. The license requires a certain amount of experience and to pass an examination. In states that don’t require carpenters to be licensed, they must be licensed as a contractor if they work independently rather than solely as a subcontractor under a licensed builder. Use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to find out whether a potential carpenter is licensed in your state.

Wooden soffits, when properly cared for, can last between 10 and 25 years, depending on the type of wood and the climate you live in. Certain wood types will last longer than others, and you might want to consider the cost of replacing soffits when you break down the total project cost. While an initially higher-priced material might seem counterintuitive, it can make more financial sense if you don’t plan on moving. 

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Joists and beams are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

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