Carpentry & Wood Repair

Carpentry Repair Across Greater Boston

Most exterior painting projects in Boston uncover carpentry problems. Rotted fascia boards, damaged trim around windows and doors, failing clapboard sections, and deteriorating corner boards show up constantly on older Greater Boston homes. We handle the carpentry in-house — one contractor, one crew, one project. No juggling a separate carpenter and painter.

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Carpentry Repair Services Before Painting

We repair and replace wood elements that are damaged or deteriorated before painting. Painting over rotted wood doesn't fix the problem — it just hides it temporarily. The right sequence is identify, repair, prime, then paint.

Rotted fascia and soffit board replacement
Window and door trim repair and replacement
Corner board replacement
Clapboard siding repair and replacement
Porch floor and rail repairs
Deck board replacement
Garage door trim repair

Why In-House Carpentry Matters

When we find rot during prep, we don't call someone else and wait. We assess it, give you an honest recommendation, and handle it ourselves. This keeps projects on schedule and means the person doing the repair also understands the painting process — they prep the new wood correctly for paint adhesion from the start.

Epoxy Wood Repair for Minor Rot

Not all rot requires full board replacement. Minor surface rot on trim and window sills can be treated with penetrating epoxy consolidant and filled with epoxy wood filler — a repair that's actually stronger than new wood and bonds excellently with exterior primer and paint. We assess each situation and recommend the most cost-effective approach.

For significant structural damage, Massachusetts recommends working with licensed contractors — we're licensed HIC #193121 and handle all our carpentry work in-house.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my fascia boards need replacement?

Press with a screwdriver — if it sinks in easily, the wood is rotted and needs replacement. Visual signs include peeling paint that keeps coming back, dark staining, and soft or spongy wood texture. We identify this during our estimate walkthrough. Read more →

Do you replace rotted window trim before painting?

Yes — rotted window trim is one of the most common issues on older Boston homes. We replace damaged sections, prime bare wood, and then paint. Painting over rot just delays and worsens the problem. Read more →

Can you replace sections of clapboard siding?

Yes — we replace damaged or rotted clapboard sections before painting. Matching existing siding profile is important and we source appropriate material. Sometimes whole-wall replacement makes more economic sense than patching. Read more →

How do you price carpentry repair work?

Carpentry repair is quoted separately from painting based on what we find during prep. We give you a clear breakdown of what needs repair, why, and what it costs before doing the work. No surprise add-ons mid-project. Read more →

Do you handle porch floor and rail repairs?

Yes — porch floor board replacement, railing repairs, and post repairs before staining or painting. Boston porches take a beating and we see significant porch damage on older homes across Allston, Brighton, and Cambridge. Read more →