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It is the visible woodwork added after the structure is built: trim, baseboards, crown moulding, doors, stairs, built-in shelving and cabinets. It differs from framing, which is the hidden structure. Ask to see photos of the contractor's past finish work.

Decide the style, the wood or material, and the finish, such as paint or stain. Ask whether the carpenter supplies the material, who paints or stains, and who fills nail holes and caulks joints.

Many can, though some focus on trim and doors. Ask whether the work is made in a shop or on site, who measures, and how long a custom order usually takes at this business.

It depends on the state, and sometimes the city or the value of the job. Ask whether a licence applies to your job and check the number with the licensing board. On Pros Around, Licence verified means we matched the number to the board's record on the date shown.

A list of each item, such as rooms of baseboard or doors to hang, the material and finish, labour, and cleanup. Ask what happens if the walls or floors are uneven, since that can affect how trim fits.

The price depends on the size and difficulty of the job. Some pros publish a starting price on their listing. Ask two or three for a written quote that says what is included, and compare the scope as well as the price.

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