Carpentry in Singapore: Full Guide

Prices checked October 2026 against the published price lists of 526 contractors listed on Homees, MOM's 2025 wage data and Qanvast's 2026 report. How we price →

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The Price List Of Carpentry

Type of Apartment	Light Carpentry	Moderate Carpentry	Extensive Carpentry
2 room HDB (45m2)	$1,000 – $2,700	$3,900 – $6,500	$8,000 – $16,500
3 room HDB (65m2)	$1,300 – $3,000	$4,000 – $6,500	$8,500 – $16,500
4 room HDB (90m2)	$1,800 – $3,000	$4,500 – $6,800	$9,100 – $16,900
5 room HDB (110m2)	$2,300 – $3,300	$5,250 – $6,800	$9,500 – $17,500
Condominium (110m2)	$2,300 – $3,300	$5,300 – $6,800	$9,500 – $17,600

Type of Apartment	Light Carpentry	Moderate Carpentry	Extensive Carpentry
2 room HDB (45m2)	$700 – $3,000	$3,000 – $6,500	$10,000 – $22,500
3 room HDB (65m2)	$750 – $3100	$4,000 – $6,500	$10,500 – $23,500
4 room HDB (90m2)	$800 – $4,500	$4,500 – $7,800	$12,100 – $30,900
5 room HDB (110m2)	$1,300 – $5,300	$5,250 – $9,800	$13,500 – $35,500
Condominium (110m2)	$1,300 – $5,500	$5,300 – $12,800	$13,500 – $35,600

What Does A Carpenter Do?

The range of work a carpenter can do is extensive - from providing design consulting, and build carpentry services to those specialised in timber furnishings. Carpenters may choose to specialise in different carpentry tasks or do a broad, more basic but wide range of services.

An example is carpenters who do home interior design projects tend to require a broad range of skills. However, when it comes down to crafting a particular job (such as custom made furniture, frame walls, doors, partitions to cabinets), they tend to specialise in just a few of these areas. Carpenters install, create or repair structures and fixtures made from mostly timber and wood.

Carpenters can cope with all sorts of the woodwork and bespoke joinery, depending on the project details such as space and dimension, instilling your home with real handmade quality. Carpenters can work either indoors or outdoors. Their jobs are physically intensive, requiring many hours of standing while cutting, joining, and working wood materials.

Common Carpentry Problems

• Warping: Exposing to moisture or the change in temperature can cause the wood to bend or twist.
• Splitting or cracking: Due to age or changes in humidity, wood can split or crack over time.
• Insect damage: Wood attracts insects easily, especially termites, carpenter ants and wood borers.
• Poor workmanship: Poor workmanship can cause uneven joints and surfaces.
• Shrinking and expanding: Wood shrink or expand due to changes in humidity and temperature. This can cause problems when fitting doors and windows.

Common Mistakes to Avoid with Carpentry

• Inaccurate measurement
• Using the wrong tools & low quality materials
• Ignoring safety precautions

Carpentry Services Available

Carpenters may do, though not limited to, the following:

• Adhere to blueprints and building plans according to the clients
• Install structures and fixtures (examples will be windows and moulding)
• Measure, cut, and shape wood, though it can be plastic or other materials
• Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors, and doorframes
• Inspect and replace the damaged frame or other structures and fixtures

General Carpentry Services

Carpenters on Homees can provide woodworking crafts, focusing on craftsmanship and the quality of their woodwork. You can hire professionals here for design, fabrication with almost anything that has to do with wood.

• Design and build
• Deck Construction
• Deck Repair
• Floor Joist Construction
• Framing
• Residential and Commercial Interior Design
• Structural Rot Removal and Repairs
• Structural Stair Repair
• Pool Deck Construction

Home Carpentry Services

In most parts of your home carpentry can be added to serve a purpose, for example, kitchen carpentry, which is very common in Singapore. Wooden cabinets are works of carpenters which can be placed in your kitchen to store cutleries or kitchen essentials such as a blender, a sieve, a whisk, etc. Custom made drawers are designed to have multiple compartments to arrange these items neatly, and the timber design also gives your home a rustic and natural look.

• Bedroom Carpentry
• Built-In Wardrobes
• Countertop
• Feature Wall
• Door Replacement
• Kitchen Cabinets
• Kitchen Countertop
• Platform Bed
• Railing Installation
• Ramp Installation
• Rough Carpentry
• Shoe Cabinets
• Stair Framing
• Stairs and Railing

Custom Carpentry Services

Custom carpentry is still popular with many Singaporeans, although it cost more expensive as compared to mass-produced furniture, you can be sure that it will fit your home better and it is more durable.

Should you require custom carpentry in any parts of your home, a carpenter will usually visit your place to get a precise measurement of space he can work with. A carpenter can give you suggestions and ideas for the furniture that he is about to handcraft, you can provide your opinions should you have ideas which you want to input.

A piece of handcrafted furniture will be designed and crafted out in their worksite. A carpenter will then assemble all the parts when they reach your place, helping you to install your custom-made furniture permanently.

It is an excellent investment as you usually don’t change your home furniture frequently, a good carpenter will use the best material for your furniture so that it is durable, and replacement will not be necessary.

• Custom Railing Creation
• Custom Cabinet
• Custom Furniture

Tips on Carpentry for Homeowners

• Start with simple projects
• Measure twice, cut once
• Practice good safety habits
• Sand and finish your work

Tips to Maximise Savings on Carpentry

• Plan your project carefully
• Buy in bulk: If you're planning to do multiple projects, consider buying materials in bulk to save money. This can also help you avoid running out of materials mid-project.
• Consider DIY: If you have the skills and experience, consider doing some of the work yourself. This can save you money on labor costs and allow you to complete the project at your own pace.
• Use salvaged materials
• Avoid unnecessary add-ons
• Get multiple quotes: If you're hiring a professional carpenter, get multiple quotes to compare prices and find the best deal. Make sure to check references and reviews before hiring anyone.

How long is the lead time?

It varies, depending on each vendor and the place they source materials from. It is useful to ask this to plan your schedule and manage expectations.

Most delivery dates will be confirmed once production can begin.

Are there other materials I can work with besides wood?

It depends on individual carpenters. Some carpenters offer different types of metals, acrylic, mirrors, glass, and others as well.

Where is my furniture made?

It will be helpful to ask your carpenter where your furniture is being made.

At which part of my renovation stage will the carpenter’s installation take place?

It will be useful to ask this question to avoid miscommunication and confusion.

Usually, carpentry work will start at the later stages of the renovation process when most of the renovation works are completed and before your painter comes in for the final touch up (if any).

When is a good time for installation?

Depending on each professional, some carpenters work during and after office hours as well as the weekends.

It is good to check with your carpenters’ schedule and availability and see when is a good time to meet them.

How does your carpenter charge?

Projects are usually charged based on the following guidelines:

• the complexity of your designs

• choice of timber use

• colours of the pipes

• 360 swivel and brake-able heavy duty caster wheels

• built-in light and built-in power points

Since most works are customised, carpenters may need to meet you personally for a quote. It is best to schedule an appointment so the carpenter can access the site and make an accurate judgement and estimate.

What type of payment does the carpenter accept?

The most common methods of payments are:

• Cash

• Bank transfer

• Cheque payment

However, this is a question that you should clarify with your carpenter.

Does the carpenter provide delivery and installation?

Most carpenters provide free delivery and installation above a certain amount.

How long do I need to wait for the completion of my order?

Typically, 4 to 6 weeks but it may be faster for works of a smaller scale.

How long will the installation take?

It is helpful to clarify how long the installation will take with your carpenter.

As a guide, most small scale projects take 2-3 hours, up to half a day.

Where are the products made?

It is useful to ask your carpenter where their products are being made.

Can I change my design after you start work?

While it is best not to change anything after the final design is confirmed, carpenters understand such scenarios may occur due to various reasons. Hence, depending on the stage of your project, some carpenters can compromise and pivot from there.

I am not sure of the measurements

Most carpenters are open to scheduling an appointment with you and helping you with the measurements.

While some carpenters offer this service for free, do check with them for a possible fee for professional work as it varies from carpenters to carpenters

What kind of accessories do you provide?

Most carpenters have other accessories which they can add to your product.

As a note of caution, some carpenters do include assorted accessories unless you specifically do not want them. Please clarify if with your carpenter if they include, and if they do, whether they charge a fee for these extra accessories.

Do products from different timber ranges match?

Most carpenters make it a point to ensure the timbers used in all their furniture stays consistent between ranges.