Cost guide
How much does a carpenter / joiner cost?
Carpentry is mostly a day-rate trade, with fixed prices for common items like doors, skirting and fitted wardrobes.
- Typical day rate
- £200–£320
- Smallest job
- from £18
- Priced jobs
- 5
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What each job costs
| Job | Unit | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hang an internal doorIncludes hinges, latch and trimming to the frame. | per door | £90–£180 |
| Fit skirting and architraveOrnate profiles and scribed corners take longer. | per linear m | £18–£40 |
| Built-in wardrobePainted MDF is cheaper than hardwood or veneer. | per metre run | £700–£1,600 |
| Build a stud wallAdd £150–£300 for acoustic insulation and a door opening. | per wall | £400–£900 |
| Build deckingComposite boards double the material cost but need no upkeep. | per m² | £90–£200 |
Ex VAT. South East baseline — the calculator adjusts for your region.
Keeping the cost down
- Second-fix carpentry after plastering, never before.
- Ask whether timber is included; hardwood prices move a lot.
- For bespoke joinery, agree a drawing before any timber is cut.
Common questions
- Carpenter or joiner?
- A joiner makes items in a workshop; a carpenter fits them on site. Many firms do both.
- How much is a day?
- £200–£320 in the South East for a self-employed carpenter, plus materials.
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