What makes a good carpenter?

Answer 1

It depends on the area you live in and what you want to do.

I know some carpenters who make in excess of 100k a year contracting. Most of the moneys in having your own business or in industrial sectors

Answer 2

I am a fifth generation carpenter and spent twenty five years working as a carpenter (I am now a building inspector). I love my trade and only left it for health reasons.

Carpentry requires a nice combination of physical activity, dexterity, ingenuity and skill. It is a very practical and satisfying trade.

A young person entering the trade should be sure to take OH&S seriously though as, there is potential to injure yourself or inflict RSI.

Answer 3

I can't think of a single bad thing. Carpentry can be satisfying, wonderfully relaxing, and you are usually making something that people appreciate, if not love.

Answer 4

Because carpentry is a fascinating and satisfying job

Answer 5

excellent