Carpentry in Melbourne
From a sticking door to a full deck build, carpentry covers most of the timber work that holds a home together. It is also one of the trades where the quality gap between tradies is widest, which is why written quotes and a documented job trail matter.
Post the job with measurements and photos where you can. Carpenters who service your area will quote, and everything stays on the job page: scope, price, timing and any variations along the way.
Scope of work
What carpenters quote on here
Tap any item to see what we'll ask and start a quote for exactly that job.
WHEN CARPENTRY NEEDS A REGISTERED BUILDER
Carpentry itself is not a licensed trade in Victoria, but there is a threshold to know about: domestic building work worth more than $10,000 generally requires a registered building practitioner and a major domestic building contract. For a large deck or structural job, ask whether the tradie carries building registration and insurance for that scale of work.
Common questions
Carpentry questions, answered straight
Do I need a permit for a deck or pergola?
Sometimes. It depends on size, height and how close it sits to boundaries. Your council can confirm, and an experienced carpenter will usually flag it in their quote. Put the dimensions in the job description so they can advise early.
What details help a carpenter quote accurately?
Measurements, photos, the timber or finish you have in mind, and access notes (stairs, tight side paths, parking). The more concrete the description, the fewer surprises in the final price.
Can a carpenter fix termite-damaged timber?
Yes, once the termites have been treated by a pest controller. Carpenters replace and reinforce the damaged structure. Mention any past treatment in the job description.
What if the job grows once work starts?
Changes are handled as written variations on the job page, priced before the extra work happens. You approve or decline each one, so the final invoice matches what was agreed.
Carpenters by area
Where we cover
Often booked together