Carpenter in Hove You Can Rely On

Looking for a carpenter in Hove? We fit doors, floors, staircases, decking and fencing, and build custom carpentry to suit the room. Ten years of local work, an NVQ Level 3 trade background and a same day response to every enquiry.

Our Services

Custom carpentry covers anything that has to be made rather than bought off a shelf: a window seat, a boot room bench, a run of shelving in an awkward recess. We measure the space, then cut and build to those figures. See the custom carpentry page for how a job runs.

Decking installation gives you a level, usable surface where a garden slopes or drains poorly. We set the frame on solid footings, leave gaps for drainage and fix boards so they stay flat. Softwood and composite both work. The decking installation page covers materials and upkeep.

Fence installation keeps a boundary clear and gives you privacy. Posts do the real work, so we set them at the right depth and concrete them where the ground is soft. Closeboard, panel and picket suit different plots. Read more on the fence installation page.

Floor installation covers solid wood, engineered board and laminate. Most problems start underneath, so we check the subfloor is level and dry before anything goes down. Doors are trimmed to clear the new height. The floor installation page explains which floor suits which room.

Door fitting sounds simple until the frame is out of square, which is common in older homes. We plane and pack so the door closes cleanly and the gap is even. Internal, external and fire doors all get the right ironmongery. More on the door fitting page.

Staircase installation has to meet building regulations for rise, going and headroom. We measure the opening, work out the geometry and fit the stairs so every step feels the same underfoot. New builds and replacements both suit. The staircase installation page covers the process.

Carpenter in Hove fitting a solid oak internal door

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Frequently asked questions

What jobs does a carpenter in Hove usually get called out for?

Doors that stick or will not latch, floors that creak, rotten fence posts and stairs that feel unsafe are the four we see most. All four are repairable in a day or two. Larger work such as decking, a new staircase or built in storage is priced after a site visit.

Do I need a qualified carpenter for small jobs?

For a shelf, no. For anything structural, load bearing or fire rated, yes. Fire doors in particular have to be hung with the correct gaps and hardware or they will not perform. Our lead carpenter is NVQ Level 3 qualified, and we take on small jobs as well as full builds.

How far ahead do I need to book a carpenter in Hove?

Small repairs can often be fitted in within a week. Made to measure work such as a staircase or fitted storage takes longer, because the timber has to be ordered and made up. We reply the same day and give you a realistic date rather than a hopeful one.

About us

Carpentry is where Hugo Developments started and it is still the core of the business. Ten years on, we work on homes across Hove doing everything from hanging a door to building a full staircase. Our lead carpenter holds an NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry. We keep tools sharp, tidy up daily and finish what we start.

  • NVQ Level 3 qualified carpentry team

  • Same day response to every enquiry

  • Free written quotes, no obligation

  • 10 years working on Hove homes

  • Carpentry, building and fitted furniture in one team