Carpentry Services by Vetted, Insured Local Carpenters
Post your carpentry job for free and get matched with one vetted, insured local carpenter — they'll send a free, no-obligation itemised quote. Most jobs are quoted within a few hours, from Dublin to Galway.
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What does a carpenter do?
Skirting, doors, stairs, fitted wardrobes, decking and bespoke joinery — vetted, insured carpenters across Ireland.
Carpenters work with timber and wood-based materials to build, fit, and repair the structural and decorative elements of a home. Carpentry services split broadly into first-fix work (structural — floor joists, roof timbers, partition walls, and door linings fitted before plastering) and second-fix work (finishing — skirting boards, architraves, internal doors, staircases, fitted furniture, and kitchen and wardrobe carcassing). First-fix happens while a house is still a shell; second-fix is the visible woodwork you live with every day, so accuracy and finish matter most.
Most residential carpentry in Ireland is second-fix: hanging internal doors, fitting skirting and architrave, building fitted wardrobes and shelving, putting up kitchen units, repairing or replacing staircases, and adding decorative features like wood panelling. Outdoors, the same skills cover decking and pergola builds. A skilled carpenter brings their own tools and adapts on-site to old houses where nothing is square — scribing, packing, and shimming so joints look tight. Pricing is usually quoted by job rather than hourly for clean, predictable scopes; day rates apply for ongoing or open-ended work. Whatever the job, insist on an itemised quote that separates labour from materials before work starts.
Common carpenter services
From routine fixes to bigger projects — here's what Irish carpenters on Jobiit typically handle.
- Internal door hanging and replacement
- Skirting and architrave fitting
- Fitted wardrobe builds
- Bookcase and shelving installation
- Kitchen carcassing and fitting
- Staircase repair and replacement
- Wood panelling and feature walls
- Loft hatch and ladder install
- Decking install
- First-fix structural timber
How much does a carpenter cost in Ireland?
Indicative pricing — your actual quote will vary
Carpentry pricing varies by scope, finish quality, and material cost — treat the figures below as an indicative guide, not a fixed price list. Most carpenters quote by job for clean, predictable scopes, with day rates of €280–€380 for ongoing or open-ended work. Timber choice and finish level can move the price significantly, so make sure any quote specifies materials as well as labour.
Hanging an internal door (door supplied) is typically €120–€220. Fitting skirting and architrave throughout a 3-bed semi runs €600–€1,200 in labour, plus materials. A made-to-measure fitted wardrobe in a 3m bedroom typically lands €1,800–€3,500 fully fitted including doors. Kitchen carcassing fit (carcasses delivered flat-pack, doors and tops by others) runs €800–€1,800. A new staircase install is €1,800–€4,500 depending on style and timber. Decking installs range €120–€220 per square metre fitted. Before work starts, insist on a free, no-obligation itemised quote that separates labour, materials, and any groundworks — it keeps the scope clear and avoids surprises at the end.
These are indicative ranges based on typical Irish jobs. Final pricing depends on scope, materials, and urgency. On Jobiit your matched trader sends one fully itemised quote (labour, materials, VAT) so there are no surprises.
Why hire your carpenter through Jobiit
We built Jobiit to fix what's broken about finding tradespeople in Ireland.
Verified & insured traders
Every trader on Jobiit passes a government-ID check and holds valid public liability insurance before they can take a single job.
Secure payments
Pay through the app or using tap-to-pay, securely with Stripe.
No lead fees, ever
Free for homeowners. Traders pay a small platform fee on completed jobs only — never per lead.
Real reviews, real ratings
All reviews come from completed, paid jobs. No fake stars. See what actual customers said before you book.
How we vet every trader
- 1
ID verification
Every trader passes a government-issued ID check before they can quote on jobs.
- 2
Insurance & qualifications
Public liability insurance, trade-specific qualifications, and registrations are validated and kept current.
- 3
Real reviews, no fakes
Reviews can only be left after a paid, completed job. No anonymous ratings.
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Dispute resolution
In-app dispute process with mediation by our support team if you and your trader can't agree.
Carpenters in Dublin, Cork, Galway & across Ireland
Jobiit covers the whole of Ireland. Wherever you are, vetted local carpenters take jobs near you.
- Dublin
- Cork
- Galway
- Limerick
- Waterford
- Drogheda
- Swords
- Dundalk
- Bray
- Navan
- Kilkenny
- Sligo
Carpenter FAQs
What's the difference between a carpenter and a joiner?
In practice, the terms overlap heavily in Ireland. Traditionally, carpenters work on-site doing first and second-fix carpentry, while joiners work in a workshop building bespoke pieces (windows, doors, furniture). Most Irish tradespeople described as carpenters do both. If you need a one-off bespoke piece, ask whether they have workshop facilities or work primarily on-site.
How long does a fitted wardrobe take?
A made-to-measure fitted wardrobe across a single wall typically takes 2–4 days from first measure to completion. Day 1 is measure and design. Day 2–3 is on-site build (carcass, internal layout, doors). Day 4 finishes — adjustments, hardware, snagging. Off-the-shelf wardrobes (IKEA, B&Q) fitted to a wall are quicker — 1 day for a competent carpenter to assemble and fix in place.
Can a carpenter cope with old uneven walls?
Yes — that's what good carpenters do. Old Irish homes have walls that go in and out 10–30mm over their length, ceilings that bow, and floors that slope. An experienced carpenter scribes skirting to the wall, packs and shims fitted furniture to plumb, and tapers cuts to make joints look tight. Cheaper installers often skip these adjustments and the result looks rough close-up.
Do I need a carpenter or a kitchen fitter?
For a full kitchen install, a dedicated kitchen fitter — often a carpenter who specialises — is best because they handle the full sequence (carcass, doors, tops, plinths, cornice, integrated appliances) and coordinate plumber and electrician. For carcass-only fitting where you handle the rest, a general carpenter is fine. Always agree explicitly who does the worktop install — natural stone tops typically come with the supplier, laminate tops are by the carpenter.
What about deck or pergola builds?
Carpenters handle deck and pergola builds — both first-fix structural (joists, posts) and second-fix (decking boards, balustrades). Treated softwood is most economical; hardwood (Iroko, Balau) lasts longer at higher cost. Allow for groundworks (concrete pads or screw piles) on top of the carpentry quote. A typical 20m² deck takes 2–4 days to build assuming foundations are ready.
Will my number be passed around to multiple carpenters?
No. When you post a carpentry job on Jobiit, it goes to one matched trader — the closest, best-rated carpenter for your job — not a call list. Jobiit doesn't run a bidding marketplace where dozens of businesses compete for your details, and messaging happens in-app. Every trader is ID-verified through Stripe Identity and holds valid public liability insurance (minimum €6.5M for most trades). Posting is 100% free, with no booking fees or service charges.
Your questions, answered
New to Jobiit? Here's how hiring through the platform works.
Is it free to post a job and get a quote?
Yes — Jobiit is 100% free for homeowners. Posting a job costs nothing, and there are no booking fees, service charges, or subscriptions. You only ever pay the price on your trader's itemised quote. Traders pay a small platform fee on completed jobs — never you.
Are the traders vetted, insured, and qualified?
Every trader passes a government-ID check (via Stripe Identity) and holds valid public liability insurance before they can take jobs on Jobiit. Trade-specific registrations — like RGI for gas work and Safe Electric for electrical — are validated, and we monitor insurance expiry automatically.
How fast will I hear back?
Most homeowners receive their free, itemised quote within a few hours of posting. Your job is matched to one available local trader — so you get a real quote quickly, not a queue of callbacks to sit through.
Will my phone number get passed around?
No. Jobiit isn't a lead-selling site — we don't hand your details to a list of businesses that then compete to call you. Your job is matched to one vetted trader, and messaging happens in the app, so you stay in control of the conversation.
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