Carpenters and joiners in Birmingham
Looking for a carpenter or joiner in Birmingham? The carpenters and joiners below are listed with their real Google rating where they have one. We list 220 in total, and the 40 below are the ones rated and detailed enough to choose between. Send a job request from any listing, saying what needs doing and when suits, and the business comes back to you with a price and a time. No payment is taken online.
Carpenters and joiners in Birmingham at a glance
The 40 carpenters and joiners shown in Birmingham are based across 22 postcode districts (B5, B32, B38, B3, B31, B46, B28, B42 and more), so there is usually one close by whichever side of Birmingham you are on.
38 of them carry Google reviews, 751 between them, averaging 4.9 out of 5. Worth reading before you pick on price alone, because the cheapest quote is a false economy if the work needs doing twice.
The highest rated is Unique Building Services & Interiors at 5.0 from 161 reviews.
Of the 37 where we hold working hours, 23 work on a Saturday and 8 on a Sunday. Weekend slots go first, so asking a few days ahead usually gets you a better choice than ringing round on the day.
Good to know in Birmingham
- Water: Severn Trent supplies about 9 in 10 Birmingham postcodes and South Staffs Water most of the rest, including Sutton Coldfield. Hardness is from 35 mg/l (soft) to 223 mg/l (hard) depending on the supply zone.
- Drains and sewers: Severn Trent looks after the public sewers here, including most shared drains that serve more than one property. A blocked drain inside your own boundary is usually yours to clear.
- Gas: Cadent runs the gas network across the West Midlands. If you smell gas, call the free national gas emergency line on 0800 111 999 straight away, before you call a gas engineer.
- Planning and building regulations: Birmingham City Council handles planning applications and building control for Birmingham. Larger jobs such as extensions, new windows and rewiring need building regulations sign off, which your tradesperson can often self certify through a scheme such as Gas Safe, NICEIC, NAPIT or FENSA.
Water figures: Severn Trent and South Staffs Water supply zone data, 2025 to 2026, via TapWaterData (read 3 Nov 2026). Check your own postcode with your water company, as hardness varies by street.
What a carpenter or joiner does
Carpenters and joiners fit and hang doors, replace skirting and architrave, build fitted wardrobes and alcove units, repair stairs and floors, and make bespoke joinery. In Birmingham many also do the timber side of a loft or kitchen job. Ask whether the work is made to measure or off the shelf, and what timber or board it is made from.
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Before you choose, worth reading
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a carpenter and a joiner?
Traditionally a joiner makes things in a workshop, such as doors, windows and staircases, and a carpenter fits and builds on site. Most home businesses do both, so describe the job and let them say if it is theirs.
Can an internal door be trimmed to fit?
Solid doors usually can, within limits. Hollow core doors have a narrow solid edge and can only be trimmed a little. A carpenter will tell you which you have before quoting.
How do I compare made to measure quotes?
Ask for a drawing or sketch with dimensions, the materials named, and whether painting or finishing is included. A quote that covers all three is one you can compare fairly.
How do I get a quote from carpenters and joiners in Birmingham?
Pick a listing on this page and send a quote request saying what needs doing and when suits you. The business comes back to you with a price and a time. It is free to ask, and no payment is taken online.
Are the carpenters and joiners on this page vetted?
Not yet. Listings marked Claimed have been claimed by the business and are kept up to date by them; the rest come from public records such as Companies House and Google and are marked as not yet claimed. Every listing shows its real Google rating and review count where one exists. We do not check registers or insurance yet, so ask for a Gas Safe or NICEIC/NAPIT number and check it yourself.
What should I check before I hire a carpenter or joiner?
Ask for a written quote and what it includes, who will do the work, whether they are insured, and any registration the trade needs, such as Gas Safe for gas work or a Part P scheme for electrics. Never pay the full amount up front.
Is the water hard in Birmingham?
Severn Trent supplies about 9 in 10 Birmingham postcodes and South Staffs Water most of the rest, including Sutton Coldfield. Hardness is from 35 mg/l (soft) to 223 mg/l (hard) depending on the supply zone, from 2025 to 2026 supply zone data. It varies by street, so check your postcode with your water company.
Who do I call if I smell gas in Birmingham?
Call the national gas emergency number, 0800 111 999, free at any time. Cadent runs the gas network in the West Midlands and will send an engineer to make it safe. Then book a Gas Safe registered engineer for any repair.
Prices and availability are confirmed by each business. No payment is taken online, you pay the tradesperson directly.