Soft, damaged trim, sills, posts and siding cut out and replaced cleanly, with the moisture source found and fixed.
Rot is a symptom of water. Window sills, door thresholds, fascia, corner boards and deck posts rot where water sits, and the damage can be hidden behind paint until you press on it. Finding it early keeps a small repair from turning into a big one.
We probe the area, cut out the soft wood, trace the leak to its source and rebuild with new or epoxy-repaired wood. We prime all sides, caulk and flash correctly and match the original profile so the repair disappears after painting. We take photos of the damage, mark the extent of the soft wood and show you what we found before we cut. That way you see exactly what was replaced, what was saved and where the water was getting in.
Rot always has a cause: failed caulk, missing flashing, clogged gutters or soil against the wood. We fix the cause so the repair lasts.
Small damaged areas can be repaired with epoxy, and larger areas need replacement. We explain which makes sense and why.
Old trim often has profiles that are no longer sold. We mill matching pieces so the new wood blends with the old.
Gutters, grading and good paint help prevent rot. We point out what we see so you can fix it.
Drag the handle to compare.
BeforeAfterHidden rot found.
New wood fitted tightly.
Flashing, caulk and drainage.
Custom-milled trim.
Ready for paint.
Repair, not replace everything.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Carpentry situationHistoric HomesOlder homes have details worth saving. Here is how a carpenter repairs, matches and restores original woodwork.Learn more 
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We listen, walk the space and measure carefully, then talk through ideas, budget and timing.
We sketch or draw the work, choose materials and give you a written scope and price.
We order lumber, hardware and finishes and handle permits when the job needs them.
Framing, trim, cabinets or decks go in with careful cuts and clean, protected work areas.
Filling, sanding, caulking and finishing give every joint and line a crisp final look.
We walk the finished work with you, adjust anything that needs it and leave the site clean.
Soft, crumbly or spongy wood that a screwdriver pokes into easily is a sign. Paint peeling at the same spot is another.
Small areas can be consolidated with epoxy, and bigger areas need new wood.
Not if the moisture source is fixed and the new wood is sealed on all sides.
We prime and can coordinate painting.
Often, with epoxy repair or new sections.
Siding and Exterior Trim RepairWood siding, fascia, soffit and corner boards repaired and replaced so the outside of the house stays tight…Explore 
Door and Window RepairSticking doors, drafty windows and broken locks fixed, with weatherstripping, hinges, sashes and frames brought back to working…Explore 
Deck Repair and RestorationSoft boards, wobbly rails and failing stairs repaired, then cleaned and sealed to bring an old deck back…Explore 
Structural Repair and SisteringCracked, rotted or undersized framing repaired and reinforced with sistered lumber, new beams and posts.Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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