Woodwork review
Understand what needs repair or replacement
A loose stair, damaged frame, or worn trim may involve more than the visible finish. Sound substrate and fit determine a lasting repair.
- Check the supportIdentify movement, rot, or fastening problems.
- Match the finishDiscuss profile, material, and how new work meets existing surfaces.
Carpentry covers the parts of a project you see and the support behind them: framing, stairs, railings, doors, trim, and repairs to damaged wood. The right approach depends on whether the piece is cosmetic, structural, or both.
Check the support before the finish
A loose stair tread may need more than a new screw. Soft wood around a window can point to a leak that must be fixed before the trim is replaced. We start by looking at movement, moisture, fastening, and the condition of the material that will hold the new work.
Framing and finish work
Framing changes should be planned around loads, openings, and any permits or professional review the work requires. Finish carpentry then addresses fit, profiles, transitions, and how the new work meets existing surfaces. A repair may need to match an older house; a new stair or built-in may call for material and finish decisions before fabrication.
What to share when you contact us
Photos of the whole area and the damaged detail help. Tell us whether the wood is wet, loose, or changing shape, and whether the space remains occupied. We can then discuss whether a repair, replacement, or wider investigation is the sensible next step.