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Sawdust & Steel
York region

Residential carpentry in Markham.

Give the books a proper home. Make the kitchen easier to share. Keep the trim that gives the room its character. We offer Markham renovations and carpentry for changes both large and small.

custom built in shelves cabinets
Markham
on the ground in markham

Start with the house in front of you.

The houses

Built-ins should begin with what they will hold. Measure books, equipment, coats, and the chair that needs to fit under the desk. For trim matching, a sample and profile dimensions are more useful than guessing the material from the house’s age.

The site

Before moving services, identify the floor and wall construction. Engineered members have product-specific rules for openings and alterations. Coordinate the design rather than treating a new pipe route as permission to cut the framing.

the process

How this actually works.

  1. 01

    The visit

    Tell us what works, what bothers you, and what you want to change. We review the space and the questions that need answering before a useful quote.

  2. 02

    The quote

    The scope goes in writing: materials, labour, allowances, exclusions, and the planned schedule. You should be able to see what your money is buying.

  3. 03

    The build

    Agree on access, protection, cleanup, and updates before work starts. If the scope changes, the cost and timing need a clear decision too.

  4. 04

    The walkthrough

    Walk through the finished work together, record anything still to resolve, and review the care instructions and warranty. The final details deserve a proper finish.

questions & answers

Things homeowners ask.

  • Can you build a home office around an existing window?

    Yes, that is a useful starting point for a fitted layout. Plan the desk, screen, outlets, ventilation, and storage around the window. Send dimensions and photos, including the area below the sill.

  • What should I send for a Markham quote?

    Send your location, wide and close photos, approximate dimensions, and the change you want. Include drawings or a survey if you have them, plus your preferred timing. We can discuss what needs a site visit before pricing.

  • Can you confirm a start date now?

    Ask about current availability with your scope. Design, approvals, material choices, and site conditions affect when construction can start. Confirm the proposed schedule in writing before making household arrangements.

Tell us what you want to build.

Send a few photos, your location, and what you have in mind. You do not need a finished design to start the conversation.