Joiners are skilled tradespeople who work primarily with timber in a workshop or on-site setting. This guide covers joiner hourly and day rates across the UK in 2026, including self-employed rates and regional differences.
Hourly rate
£22–£42
per hour
Day rate
£165–£310
per day
Call-out
£50–£75
minimum charge
Rates vary considerably across the UK. Here's what you can expect to pay in each region.
* Rates are typical market averages for 2026 based on industry survey data. Individual rates vary by experience, job type, and other factors.
Several factors determine how much a joiner will charge for a job.
Workshop joiners (who fabricate windows, staircases, fitted furniture) often charge higher rates than on-site joiners due to the specialised equipment and skills required.
City & Guilds Level 3, NVQ, or an apprenticeship background allows joiners to command higher rates. Master joiners and those with heritage skills are at the top of the range.
Many joiners quote labour only and expect you to supply timber and materials. Others include a materials markup of 15–25%. Clarify this upfront.
London and South East joiners charge the most. Scotland, Wales, and the North East are at the lower end of the national scale.
Self-employed joiners factor in their own van, tools, public liability insurance, and tax into their day rate — typically adding 15–25% vs an employed rate.
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The average joiner day rate in the UK is £165–£310/day in 2026. London joiners typically charge £260–£420/day, while rates in Scotland and the North East are around £148–£270/day.
Joiner hourly rates in the UK range from £22–£42/hr in 2026. In London expect £35–£55/hr; in Northern England and Wales, £20–£36/hr is typical.
Self-employed joiners in the UK typically charge £22–£45/hr in 2026. This is higher than the equivalent employed rate as it covers tax, NI, tools, insurance, and no employer benefits.
Joiners typically work in a workshop crafting items like windows, doors, and staircases. Carpenters primarily work on-site installing these items. In practice, many tradespeople do both, and the terms are often used interchangeably.
Generally no — Scottish joiner rates are slightly below the UK average, typically 5–10% lower than the Midlands and similar to Northern England.
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