Should general contractors be certified or licensed?

<div>While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

How do I choose the best woodworker for my home project?

<div>Every woodworker has different skills and experience, so we recommend asking the following questions when hiring a woodworker for your project:<ul><li>How long have you been in the woodworking industry?</li><li>What experience do you have with my type of project?</li><li>Do you have customer references I can speak with?</li><li>How long do you expect my project to take?</li><li>What is my recourse if I have an issue with your work?</li><li>Do you charge hourly or per project?</li><li>Will you work on-site or in your own workshop?</li><li>Does your fee include the necessary post-job clean-up?</li></ul></div>

What is the difference between a woodworker and a carpenter?

<div>While they perform similar tasks, a carpenter is responsible for the woodworking that goes into construction—like framing, installing sheathing, and hanging kitchen cabinets—while a woodworker tackles more intricate and custom projects—like building custom furniture and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-wainscoting.htm">installing wainscoting</a>. Based on these definitions, most woodworkers can tackle the jobs of a carpenter, but you should always ask about your specific project when choosing a woodworker to ensure they have the necessary skills to tackle the job.</div>

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Last update on August 22, 2025

Reviewed in June 2012
He is a good carpenter. He is really good. I have been using him for thirty years. He is a reliable person. He is a hard worker. He made everything work for me. He also did electrical work. He gets the right materials for the right price. I recommend him highly. The work he does is good...
Donald Bickerdike
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Reviewed in October 2011
I hired Tom on October 10th to complete several small woodworking projects in my home (building 2 custom pieces for the laundry room and framing several mirrors). I met with him twice prior to submitting his requested "deposit" on October 10th in the amount of $225. He cashed it the next day...
Tom's Custom Woodworking
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Reviewed in May 2014
We paid him half of the cost of the job upfront. He started the work, got halfway though and walked off the job. Wouldn't answer his phone, emails or text message. He left us hanging. He didn't pay the lumber company where he got the lumber and they tried to collect from me. Found out from...
Braley Home Repair
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Reviewed in August 2016
The company is prompt, gives a fair bid for services and usually finishes when they say they will, barring availability of materials. They do very good carpentry and everything looks great when they get through.
Mass Construction
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Reviewed in July 2011
Original estimate was aprox $30K. It cost us $62K and he left the job unfinished. He was drinking on the job, did not check in and out with us, although he was paid by the hour. He has no conception of estimating materials or the ability to hire helpers. He takes off sick and does not let us...
Keith Healy
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Reviewed in May 2011
He hires people from the half way house in Tyler, Tx,most are unexperienced. Gives them small amounts of money at a time but does not pay, still owes me $3250.00,not very professional, jumps from job to job.
East Texas Outdoor Solutions Llc
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Reviewed in January 2019
I can give Mr. Mark Gorton my highest recommendation. 1. He answered my call immediately. 2. Discussed the necessary repairs. 3. Viewed photos of the door, sent via text. Provided an estimate within minutes. 4. Made an appointment for 3 days later and arrived on time. 5. Installed a new wood...
The Maintenance Man
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Reviewed in October 2013
Everything went smoothly and he is a true professional. Everything turned out better than we ever imagined. We had to wait a bit on him because it is just he and his wife and they do almost everything themselves. But if you want a dream home or a remodeled dream home, he is worth the wait. I...
J & K Custom Contracting
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Reviewed in July 2013
Always get a contract!!! Set a completion date!!! Know the price BEFORE the work is done. Lessons learned.
Ratliff Painting & Repair
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Carpenters in Kilgore

F-Squared Metals

1293 County Road 4425

1293 County Road 4425

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

2 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Nate prvided bid, scheduled, completed and cleaned us as quoted. Job well done."

Ray C on March 2024

"Nate prvided bid, scheduled, completed and cleaned us as quoted. Job well done."

Ray C on March 2024

Perez Framing

1480 County Road 3407

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Perez Framing

1480 County Road 3407

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16 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our concrete and landscaping and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

J & R Roofing

110 Traci Lynn St #130

110 Traci Lynn St #130

Customers say: Quick response

22 local quotes requested

10 years of experience

With over 22 years of experience in the roofing industry, J & R Roofing is your industry leader in Longview and all of the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. As a family owned & operated business, you can trust we will treat your property as we would treat our own. We take pride in our work and value the relationships we have with our customers. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Set up for J and R Roofing to do my flat roof over my patio. Rained the first week. Jose let me know they would be here bright and early Monday and they did. Tore it apart and fixed all the rot and damage in one day. Came the next to hang all the rain gutters. Excellent work."

Troy M on May 2025

Customers say: Terrific value

13 local quotes requested

16 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Rivera Services removed our old deck and installed a new one. They were quite efficient, prompt, and professional. They charged very fair price. I highly recommend them. "

Scott B on May 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Rivera Services removed our old deck and installed a new one. They were quite efficient, prompt, and professional. They charged very fair price. I highly recommend them. "

Scott B on May 2025

M&G Welding Services

394 County Road 3418

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M&G Welding Services

394 County Road 3418

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10 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Emerson Construction

790 East Texas Street

790 East Texas Street

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

27 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Had my subfloor installed rand I couldn?t be happier! The team was professional, efficient, and paid great attention to detail. Everything turned out solid and well-done. Highly recommend their services to anyone needing quality work. "

Peter A on December 2024

AMATECO CONSTRUCTION, LLC

3422 SHADY TRAIL DRIVE

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AMATECO CONSTRUCTION, LLC

3422 SHADY TRAIL DRIVE

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3 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

6 years of experience

Specialize in interior and exterior maintenance. Property upkeeping is vital for the longevity and comfort of the dwelling. Please visit our website for more details about us and what we do.

Celli's Construction LLC

811 Martha Ln

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Celli's Construction LLC

811 Martha Ln

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1 years of experience

I started this company so that I could offer the community quality work for a reasonable price. I don't charge by the hour but by the job and don't hire labor hands but work with professionals from different trades who take pride in their work

7 years of experience

Dedicated to making the customer happy. What ever you need we can do. from porches, deck's, roofs, floors, Sheetrock, trim, new framing, remodels etc. I promise to stand behind my work and make you happy!!

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FAQs for carpentry projects in Kilgore, TX

The average cost to hire a woodworker for a project in your home is around $65 per hour, but hourly rates can range from $35 to $250 or more, depending on the experience and skill of the woodworker. Your total woodworking project cost will depend on the complexity of the work, the type of wood, the number of projects, and any other materials your project requires. You could hire a professional woodworker to create everything from a custom cabinet to ornate, unique staircases.

Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day.

While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.

As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:

The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

Every woodworker has different skills and experience, so we recommend asking the following questions when hiring a woodworker for your project:

How long have you been in the woodworking industry?
What experience do you have with my type of project?
Do you have customer references I can speak with?
How long do you expect my project to take?
What is my recourse if I have an issue with your work?
Do you charge hourly or per project?
Will you work on-site or in your own workshop?
Does your fee include the necessary post-job clean-up?

While they perform similar tasks, a carpenter is responsible for the woodworking that goes into construction—like framing, installing sheathing, and hanging kitchen cabinets—while a woodworker tackles more intricate and custom projects—like building custom furniture and installing wainscoting. Based on these definitions, most woodworkers can tackle the jobs of a carpenter, but you should always ask about your specific project when choosing a woodworker to ensure they have the necessary skills to tackle the job.

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