Top-rated woodworkers.

Get matched with top woodworkers in Washington, VA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your woodworking project in Washington, VA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Woodworkers in Washington

Avatar for Dynasty Woodworks
Dynasty Woodworks
5.0(
6
)
Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Washington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dynasty woodworks did an amazing job designing and building our end table. They were very informative throughout the entire process. Outstanding customer service. Would highly recommend!"
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture

+29

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Burke Home Improvements
Burke Home Improvements
5.0(
11
)
Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Washington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were outstanding in craftsmanship, timeliness, quality, safety, and inguinuity. Their ability to communicate and keep us advised was the best of any contractor that we have ever seen. Their pricing is good and better than most. The father and son work as a team. They always move with a purpose and worked thru some very cold and bad days when others pull back. We developed so much confidence in them thar we're moving forward on two additional projects as soon as they have an opening next month."
deck
addition in front royal
garage 2020
composite deck
garage

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for N.V.D. Construction services, LLC
N.V.D. Construction services, LLC
3.5(
96
)
Carpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Washington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Danny, didnt mean to give you the bad review, I am sorry. I thought I was writing a review for another company. I know good employees are hard to find and retain. If you remember I was very pleased with your work. I knew you were getting married and gave you $50.00 as an early wedding gift. I hope this will clear up any problems. Hope your marriage is going well and all are in good health. If I can be of help in the future please feel free to contact me. Thanks Larry"
 Another fine job.
 front view
 steps
front
rear

+24

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Scott's Home Improvements, LLC
3.9(
18
)
Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Washington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Customers say: Quick response

"We had bushes removed and an overgrown flower bed cleared out. Work was completed in 1 afternoon including all clean up and removal. They even cleared the bank in front if the bed. We will use them for future projects of getting a new shed and fence. Very hard workers."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Sentri Homes
Sentri Homes
2.9(
46
)
Carpentry Framing - InstallCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Washington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Jimenez Painting
Jimenez Painting
4.6(
118
)
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+7 more

Serving Washington, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan was available within a few days of calling to meet me at the residence to go over the scope of work needed. This included removing and replacing rotted soffit and fascia board, power washing, prep, and painting of entire exterior of wood siding and replaced woodwork. Was very reasonably priced and started the work within a couple of days. Additional scope of work was added due to unexpected wood rot but Juan was also reasonable with additional costs. We also agreed to add new gutter & downspouts. The quality of work throughout was outstanding. Since I didn't live there, Juan would periodically text me photos of the work as it progressed. Finished the work within a few weeks as discussed and very pleased with the job."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+97

Recommended by96%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 77
Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

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.

Many modern homes have soffits, but older ones don’t, and you may be wondering why. Older homes have eaves that extend further beyond the home and help to circulate air, negating the need for a soffit. This style of building has faded away, therefore, modern homes need separate soffit installation. Modern soffits are more efficient than this older style and require less material to construct, saving homeowners money.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

Carpentry is a skilled trade and requires many years of experience to acquire the skills necessary to do the job efficiently and correctly. Because every home requires a carpenter at some stage of the building process, carpenters are typically in high demand. The higher the skill level, the higher the hourly rate the carpenter can charge.

The Washington, VA homeowners’ guide to woodworking services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.