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Top-Rated Woodworkers in Scranton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Pontius Landscape and Repair LLC
Pontius Landscape and Repair LLC
4.9(
39
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Not a single hesitation to get the job done efficiently, and professional even with countless trips up and down 3 flights of stairs, carrying multiple heavy pieces of furniture! He does whatever necessary to get the job done to your standards and I will absolutely be using this business for future occasions!!"
past projects
paint
mulch
mulch
mulch

+162

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for ZVL Contracting
ZVL Contracting
4.8(
21
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It has been a pleasure working with Ivan and his crew. We were pleased with their excellent workmanship building our new screen porch and back deck. They also put up new siding giving our home a nice classy touch. We highly recommend ZVL Contracting and call Ivan. Promise you will not be disappointed. Thanks Frank & Marie"
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck

+3

Response time12 hrs
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Smooth As Silk
5.0(
12
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kevin was amazing throughout the entire process. His expertise guided us in the right direction and we had our system installed in no time! I would highly recommend Smooth as Silk to anyone considering a water treatment system."
Water Softener Install
Saltless Softener
Diverter Cartridge
Faucet Hose
Water Softener

+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Kitchen Magic
Kitchen Magic
4.0(
79
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tom Quartararo and Derek Sudol did an excellent job with my kitchen cabinet renovation project with Kitchen Magic. They are very knowledgeable and provided me with excellent customer service. Kitchen Magic used premium materials, high-quality custom cabinet doors and craftsmanship to upgrade the style of my kitchen. Tom was very responsive and went above and beyond during the process of the fabrication, installation and clean-up. Kitchen Magic completely transformed and modernized my kitchen! After such a positive experience, I highly recommend this company for all your kitchen renovation needs."
Contemporary Kitchen
2023 Manufacturer of the Year
Classic Satin White
Best of Houzz Service 2023
Contemporary Kitchen

+38

Response time1 day
343 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Borrell Construction Service, LLC
Borrell Construction Service, LLC
2.7(
38
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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed the steps and railings replaced on my front porch late in the season. The job was quoted on a weekend and completed the following week as promised, even though the weather didn't cooperate. The new steps and railings match the existing porch and it looks great."
Walk In Safety Shower
Siding and Windows
Before
Before
Before

+95

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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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. 

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface countertops can be cut with standard woodworking tools like a circular saw or a jigsaw, but using the correct blade is crucial for the best results.

The recommended blade is a tungsten carbide-tipped blade, often called a solid-surface planer or triple chip grind blade. This type of blade is hard enough to cut through the material effectively. For a jigsaw, a fine-tooth down-cutting blade should be used.

It is important to note that a diamond blade is not necessary. Diamond blades are designed for harder materials like natural stone, concrete, or brick, and Corian is not a natural stone.

Using blades designed for wood is not recommended as they can cause microfractures that weaken the countertop's edges. While a tungsten carbide blade provides a much cleaner cut, the resulting edge will still be rough and must be sanded and smoothed to prevent microfractures from developing over time.

While carpenters and woodworkers perform similar tasks, their focus differs. A carpenter is typically responsible for the structural woodwork involved in construction, such as framing, installing sheathing, hanging kitchen cabinets, and installing trusses. In contrast, a woodworker handles more intricate and custom projects, like building custom furniture, installing wainscoting, and creating detailed interior trim and moldings. Based on these definitions, many woodworkers can perform the tasks of a carpenter, but it's always best to discuss your specific project with a professional to ensure they have the necessary skills.

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