How much does a carpenter cost in Liverpool?
A carpenter or joiner in the UK typically charges £150–£300 per day, or £30–£60 per hour for smaller jobs like fitting doors or skirting. In Liverpool (North West), a carpenter typically charges £150–£300 per day — that is -1% versus the UK average of £150–£300.
Liverpool carpenter rate: £150–£300 per day. North West runs at index 98.8 (UK = 100), so local prices are adjusted -1% from the national band.
Carpenter prices in Liverpool
| Job | UK typical | Liverpool | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day rateSkilled joinery at the top end | £150–£300 | £150–£300 | per day |
| Hourly rateSmall jobs; minimum may apply | £30–£60 | £30–£60 | per hour |
| Hang an internal doorExcludes the door itself | £60–£150 | £60–£150 | per door |
| Fit skirting / architrave (per room)Depends on room size | £150–£350 | £150–£350 | per room |
| Build fitted wardrobesBespoke; varies widely | £1,000–£3,000 | £990–£2,950 | per project |
| Fit laminate flooringLabour; excludes flooring | £8–£15 | £10–£15 | per m² |
City prices are the UK bands scaled by the North West regional price level. Source: ONS — Relative regional consumer price levels of goods and services, UK: 2016 (all-items relative price level, UK=100) (2016). ONS release.
What changes a carpenter's price
- First vs second fix: Structural “first fix” carpentry (joists, studwork) and fine “second fix” joinery (doors, skirting, wardrobes) are different skill levels — bespoke joinery sits at the top of the range.
- Bespoke vs flat-pack: Hand-built fitted furniture costs far more than assembling off-the-shelf units, but it fits awkward spaces a flat-pack cannot.
- Materials: Timber, doors, and ironmongery are usually billed on top of labour.
- Region: London and the South East run 20–40% above the national average.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter cost per day in Liverpool?
A UK carpenter or joiner typically charges £150–£300 per day, with skilled bespoke joinery at the top end. For small jobs they may charge £30–£60 per hour, often with a minimum.
How much to hang an internal door?
Hanging a single internal door typically costs £60–£150 in labour, excluding the door itself. The price rises if the frame needs adjusting or the door has to be trimmed to fit an out-of-square opening.
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