How Much is it to hire a Carpenter in South Africa?

What are the average carpenter rates In South Africa?

Without knowing more about the job and what the customer wants done, it is often difficult to estimate the exact cost a carpenter will charge. Numerous factors can influence the estimate that a carpenter provides.

We’ve chatted to some of the best carpenters in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban to find out what their most common enquiry is and what they would charge for you to hire them.

So to give you a good idea of whether or not your carpenter is overcharging, here are the average carpenter rates to install a standard door. Keep in mind that in order for the carpenter to give you a more accurate quote, they will more than likely need more information from you

We’d also like to point out that while some pros may charge a carpenter call-out fee, most of them will quote for the job as a whole. This will also depend on how well you describe the task you want the carpenter to complete.

What services do carpenters offer and why do you need them?

What is a carpenter? Carpenters offer a wide variety of services, they are very similar to handymen in that regard. If you’re looking for someone to make built-in cupboards, custom wardrobes, fix or install new doors, make shelves or furniture. They can also help with building decks, fixing and repairs stairs and handrails as well as staining or painting any woodwork. If you need help with any of these, then you need to hire a carpenter.

A carpenter will be able to help you with just about anything. If you are unable to accurately describe the work you need done, you can always email them pictures of the project or pay the call-out fee to have a carpenter come to your house or place of business to give you a better idea of the scope of the work. However, keep in mind that this will affect the final cost that the carpenter may charge.

Factors determining carpenter call out fees and carpenter rates in South Africa

The kind of carpentry work – The more complex the job, like most jobs, the more the carpenter rate will be. If you need a custom wardrobe it will obviously cost more than if you just need to install a brand new door.

Materials – If you already have the materials you need or if you are planning on supplying the materials you need then the carpenter call-out fee and rates will be less as they will not include the cost of materials. The materials you choose are also an important factor in the carpenter rate. A solid wooden door will cost way more than a cupboard made of plywood. If you require the carpenter to supply the materials you can expect a higher rate or charge.

Remember as well to double-check if the carpenter price includes labour and materials as well as whether or not the quote includes VAT.

Tips for hiring the best carpenter for the job

• Pricing – Don’t make your choice based on carpenter rates alone. The cheapest carpenter call-out fee might not be the best option. Choose your carpenter based on price, reviews and your gut feeling.
• Get quotes – Get as many carpentry quotes as you can. Kandua.com is a great platform for this as you can get multiple quotes in under 60 seconds. Pros will also tell you in advance how much their carpenter call out fee will be.
• Reviews – Look for carpenters with 5-star reviews. These reviews will give you a good indication of their workmanship as well as their work ethic to help you determine if they are suitable for the job.
• Experience – Ask carpenters how long they’ve been in business and what areas they specialise in. The longer they have been around, the more experienced they are likely to be and potentially the more their service could cost.